Kent · England
Sink Repair in Alkham
Damaged basin in Alkham? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- An antique basin with chips
- Cracks around the tap holes or waste
Sink repair in Alkham, done in place
Whether it’s a chipped rim or a crack by the tap holes, basin damage is typically repaired in place. The taps stay connected and the basin stays on the wall. We work on antique & period basins, vanity unit basins and ceramic & vitreous china basins, and the jobs we see most are knocks from hair straighteners and a crazed, tired basin.
Every repair is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Kent.
- Where
- Alkham (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Honest limits
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- A loose basin, until it’s refixed
- A basin cracked through and leaking
- Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Alkham
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Vanity unit basins
- Enamelled basins
DIY kit or professional repair?
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
What happens on the day
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes a couple of hours for most chips for most jobs. We leave the room clean and you will know when it can be used.
- First, we check the basin is firm and dry.
- The area is degreased and keyed.
- We build up the filler and sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched.
- We clear away and tell you when it can be used.
How to prepare
- Clear the area around the damage
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Open a window if you can
Ask for a price
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Advice
Questions from Alkham
Which areas do you work in?
We work UK-wide. Our prices are the same everywhere.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Do you need to take the basin off the wall?
No. We repair it where it is, with the taps left connected.
Will the price change on the day?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Kent.
Is there a call-out fee?
We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.
How do I book?
Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Where we work around Alkham
Alkham is about 3 miles west of Dover, in Kent. Clients in Alkham get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from your photos, and a technician at your door on the day. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our jobs stretch from Alkham to London (about 62 miles away).
Jobs in CT15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From Alkham Valley Road, Hogbrook Hill Lane and Newlyn's Meadow or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. We also travel to South Alkham (1 mile south-west), Chalksole Green (1 mile north-west), Ewell Minnis (1 mile north), Wolverton (1 mile north-east) and Drellingore (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (15 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Dover (3 miles east), Folkestone (4 miles south-west), Deal (9 miles north-east) and Hythe (8 miles south-west).
What’s near Alkham
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of St Anthony the Martyr and Sladden Wood and the streets around them. The closest station to Alkham is Kearsney station, roughly 2.3 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Folkestone Castle (3.7 miles south-west) and Crabble Corn Mill (2.6 miles east). Not far away are Dover Western Heights and Sugar Loaf Hill.
Nearby places to Alkham
Also in Alkham
Landlord and trade work in Alkham
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details and we’ll arrange it.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Alkham as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
Repair or replace in Alkham?
Finding the same basin again is not always possible, particularly if it matches the toilet and bath. A repair keeps your suite matching. Our sink repair starts from £95. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
What you get with us
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- No need to remove anything
Take a look at our prices page.
When to call us in Alkham
Fittings tightened too hard strain the basin, and cracks can start at the tap holes.
Most people contact us after spotting something like this:
- An original basin worth saving
- Crazing in the glaze
- Knocks from hair straighteners
- Chips on the rim or front edge
Questions to ask before booking
- How soon you can use it again
- How changes to the job are handled
- Aftercare advice
- Whether the price covers travel
Different materials, different repairs
Vitreous china
Vitreous china is fired ceramic with a glassy glaze. We polish repairs to match the glaze.
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair carefully around original features.
Looking after it afterwards
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Repair chips before they stain
- Avoid abrasive pads
- Don’t stand heavy bottles on the edge
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
Wipe the basin over after use, and steer clear of harsh chemicals.
Cracks by the tap holes can grow, so get it looked at early. If water is getting through, isolate the basin until it’s seen to.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
