Argyll and Bute · Scotland

Sink & basin repair in Ardfern, Argyll and Bute

Chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins in Ardfern, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A chipped vanity basin
  • Cracks around the tap holes or waste
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted sink repair in Ardfern

Sink repair in Ardfern without replacing anything

Chipped, cracked and crazed basins and vanity units can be repaired, matching the colour and gloss. Nothing is taken off the wall. If you’re dealing with chips on a built-in basin and a crazed, tired basin, we can usually put it right.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are not left on your own once we’ve gone.

Area
Ardfern (PA31)
Area hub
Argyll and Bute
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old basin refinished to bright white

Prices and what affects them

Repairs from £95. Prices are worked out job by job. What matters most is:

  • How much damage there is
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • The colour and finish to match
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Getting a price from pictures

When you take your photos, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • Details of any past repairs
  • One picture of the whole basin
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size

Email us a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Ardfern, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.

How to care for the repair

Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:

  • Get chips repaired early
  • Avoid strong bleach and descalers
  • Fittings shouldn’t be over-tightened
  • Use a heat mat for hair tools

Treat the basin gently for the first few days, then stick to mild cleaners. Keep heavy bottles and hot hair tools off the rim.

An unrepaired chip soon stains, so repairing them early keeps the job simple.

How it works

We begin by going over the job with you, so you know exactly what we are doing. After that, protection goes down around the work area and the work begins. It normally takes a morning or an afternoon, and we’ll keep you posted as we go.

  1. We check the basin is secure and not leaking.
  2. We degrease and key the damage.
  3. We build up the filler and sand it flush.
  4. We match the colour and the gloss.
  5. We clear away and tell you when it can be used.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Open a window if you can
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day

Ask for a price

If you are in Ardfern and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

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Repair or replace: which is better?

Swapping a basin often brings new taps, a new waste and tiling work, and if it’s part of a suite, it may not match. Repairing it avoids those problems. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.

Why book with us

  • Colour mixed on the day to match
  • No need to remove anything
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • One-year guarantee on every repair

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What your basin is made of matters

Composite and resin

Cast mineral and resin basins are common in vanity units. They repair well, with colour mixed on site.

Vitreous china

Ceramic basins have a fired, glassy surface. We polish repairs to match the glaze.

When we’d advise against a repair

We won’t take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:

  • Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
  • Through cracks that let water out
  • A loose basin, until it’s refixed

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.

What we work on

  • Vanity unit basins
  • Belfast and butler sinks
  • Antique & period basins
  • Ceramic & vitreous china basins
  • Enamelled basins

Common problems we fix in Ardfern

Bathroom basins get knocked all the time: heavy bottles, hairdryers and straighteners chip the rim and front edge. Cracks tend to start near the tap holes and waste.

Keep an eye out for any of the following:

  • Chips from dropped toiletries
  • Cracks starting at the waste
  • Crazing in the glaze
  • Chips on a built-in basin

Before you book anyone

  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • What prep work is covered
  • Who turns up on the day
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges

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Ardfern and nearby

Ardfern is about 34 miles west of Helensburgh, in Argyll and Bute. From the centre of Ardfern to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Our repair technicians cover 118 places in Argyll and Bute. Our jobs stretch from Ardfern to Glasgow (about 54 miles away).

All of PA31 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around Ardfern: Craobh Haven (2 miles north), Barravullin (2 miles north-east), Kilmartin (4 miles south-east), Kilmelford (6 miles north-east) and Kilmichael Glassary (7 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Ceann Loch Gilb (11 miles south-east), Lochgilphead (10 miles south) and Ardrishaig (12 miles south). If you’re somewhere remote, call first so we can plan the visit.

Near you in Ardfern

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Craignish Parish Church. Further afield, we also cover the area around Craignish Castle (2.4 miles south-west) and Kilmartin Museum (3.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Ardfern includes Loch Ederline and Druim an Achanarnich.

Map of Ardfern © OpenStreetMap contributors

Common questions in Ardfern

How do I get a price for sink repair in Ardfern?

Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.

Can you repair a chipped basin?

Yes, very frequently. The repair is shaped and polished to blend in.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.

Can you quote from photos?

Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.

Do you hold any accreditations?

We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

How quickly can you book me in?

We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.

Will you leave a mess?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.

Work for landlords and builders

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

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