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Sink & basin repair in Arundel, West Sussex

Problem with your basin in Arundel? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Cracks around the tap holes or waste
  • Crazing in the glaze
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book sink repair in Arundel

Sink repair in Arundel without replacing anything

Antique and period basins are worth repairing, and we repair around makers’ marks where we can. Replacing them with something similar can be difficult. We regularly repair enamelled basins, Belfast and butler sinks and ceramic & vitreous china basins, and common reasons people contact us are fine cracks across the glaze and cracks around the tap holes or waste.

Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.

Where
Arundel (BN18)
Region
West Sussex
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Ceramic basin shown before and after repair

What we’re called out for in Arundel

Glaze crazing comes with age and temperature changes, and strong chemicals speed it up.

People normally call us after spotting something like this:

  • An original basin worth saving
  • Knocks from hair straighteners
  • Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
  • A crack near the taps

What your quote should include

  • Who will actually do the work
  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • If travel is included in the price
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?

How to compare quotes

Where we work around Arundel

Arundel is about 3 miles north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. Arundel is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. We work right across the region, from Arundel to London (about 49 miles away).

Our visits in BN18 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. From London Road, High Street and Arundel Relief Road or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Arundel sits on or near the A27 and A284, so getting to you is simple. If you are just outside Arundel, we cover Crossbush (1 mile south-east), Tortington (1 mile south-west), Warningcamp (2 miles east), Lyminster (2 miles south) and Ford (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Worthing (7 miles east), Bognor Regis (7 miles south-west), Chichester (10 miles west), Selsey (13 miles south-west), Littlehampton (3 miles south-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles east).

Landmarks near Arundel

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Trinity Congregational Church, Arundel Park and The Newburgh Arms and the streets around them. Arundel’s nearest station is Arundel station, roughly 0.7 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Arundel Castle (within half a mile north-east) and Arundel and District Hospital (within half a mile north-west). Green spaces nearby include Bignor Hill and WWT Arundel.

Map of Arundel © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we do, step by step

When we visit, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job usually takes a couple of hours for most chips. We clean up when we are done and tell you when it’s ready to use.

  1. First, we check the basin is firm and dry.
  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 tidy up and give you the curing time.

Preparing for the visit

  • Ensure the area is dry
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Make sure the room can be ventilated

Ask for a price

For a price in Arundel, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

What sink repair costs

Repairs from £95. We do not charge extra for travel to Arundel. The price comes down to:

  • What kind of damage it is
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • The size and number of damaged areas

It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.

Getting a price from pictures

A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:

  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • A picture taken from further back
  • Any details about the material

Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.

Different materials, different repairs

Period and antique

Period basins frequently have marks and character worth keeping. We repair them sympathetically.

Composite and resin

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

Landlord and trade work in Arundel

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Arundel as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in West Sussex and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Questions from Arundel

Can I add another job to the visit?

Of course, and it usually saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and you will get one combined price.

Do you cover Arundel?

Yes, we do. We send a technician to Arundel for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

Does someone need to be in?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.

Can you repair a chipped basin?

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

Is a crack in a basin repairable?

Surface cracks can usually be repaired. If it leaks through, replacement is normally better.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

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

Will the price change on the day?

If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.

What do you need from me?

Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.

Looking after it afterwards

Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:

  • Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
  • Steer clear of harsh chemicals
  • Keep heavy bottles off the rim
  • Fittings shouldn’t be over-tightened

Keep hair straighteners and heavy bottles away from the basin edge, to avoid new chips.

Chips collect dirt and stain over time, so repairing them early keeps the job simple.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

Should you replace it?

Basins are often built into vanity units or tiled in, so replacing one disturbs more than you’d expect. A repair avoids that. Prices start from £95. We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Arundel

  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • No extra charge for your area
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • Colour-matched on site

See our prices page.

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