How to Repair a Soap Dispenser

Once a soap dispenser stops pumping soap out, it can become very frustrating. Many times the pump itself can get clogged with hard soap particles, dirt, or other buildup. Following some very simple steps, you can get the soap dispenser working again in under 10 minutes. If a problem persists, you may need to buy a small replacement part at a hardware store.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Hot water
• Small pipe cleaner

1. Take the soap dispenser top off and set aside. Check to make sure there is plenty of soap inside the dispenser container.

2. Check the tube that is connected to the pump lever (the part you push down on for the soap to be dispensed) to be sure that the tubing is cleared of any debris. Look to see if there are any hard particles or buildup within the tube.

3. Turn the tube upside down so that the pump part is upside down and the opening of the tube is toward the ceiling. Run the tube under hot water for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing any buildup inside the tube to be flushed out. Also run the pump dispenser (where the soap comes out) under the hot water as well.

4. Place the small pipe cleaner inside the tube and run it in both a circular motion and up and down several times within the tube to help clean it out. Also take the pipe cleaner into the pump dispenser hole to be sure it is also clear of any debris.

5. Replace the soap dispenser pump into the dispenser container, being sure that the soap container is filled with soap.

Tips & Warnings

• If problems persist, you can also replace the soap dispenser tube itself. The part can be purchased at most major hardware stores.

References

• Home Repair