Moray · Scotland
Sink Repair for Backlands homes
Our technicians come to Backlands for chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips from dropped toiletries
- Cracks starting at the waste
How it works
You do not need to empty the room. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and get going once we’ve agreed what we’re doing. It generally takes a couple of hours for most chips, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- The vanity, floor and taps are protected.
- The damage is cleaned and prepared.
- We fill it and shape it to the basin’s curve.
- We match the colour by hand.
- The repair is polished to the basin’s gloss and left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
How to get a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the basin, include your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
Advice
About our sink repair in Backlands
Whether it’s a chipped rim or a crack by the tap holes, most basin damage can be repaired without removing anything. Nothing is unplumbed or taken off the wall. Whether it’s a crazed, tired basin and knocks from hair straighteners, we can help.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are not left on your own once we’ve gone.
- Where
- Backlands (IV30)
- County
- Moray
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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FAQs for Backlands
What do you need from me?
Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course, and it typically saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and we will quote them together.
Is there any odour?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, which is why we ventilate. It fades as everything cures.
What happens if you find more damage?
Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. If there’s more, we’ll tell you before starting.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Normally, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Can you repair an antique basin?
Yes. Where possible, we work around makers’ marks. Tell us about it when you send pictures.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
In most cases. We remove the old repair before doing a new one, so let us know about it.
Repairing versus replacing in Backlands
A basin cracked through and leaking needs replacing. For chips and surface damage, repair is the better route. Prices start from £95. Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Backlands
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- One price list for the whole UK
Take a look at our prices page.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
For landlords and businesses
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Moray and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
Where we work around Backlands
Backlands is about 6 miles north-west of Elgin, in Moray. From the centre of Backlands to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Our technicians cover 58 places across Moray, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of IV30 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From Manse Road, Firth Rise and Stuart Place or a nearby road, we can come to you. Nearby, we also work in Hopeman (1 mile north-east), Cummingston (1 mile west), College of Roseisle (1 mile south), Burghead (2 miles west) and Duffus (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Elgin (6 miles south-east), Forres (9 miles south-west), Lossiemouth (6 miles east), Ashgrove (7 miles south-east), Fochabers (14 miles south-east) and Lhanbryde (9 miles south-east). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so it’s best to call first.
Around Backlands
A little further out are Inverugie Castle (0.6 miles east) and Spynie Hospital (5 miles south-east).
Different materials, different repairs
Vitreous china
Vitreous china is fired ceramic with a glassy glaze. Repairs are polished to match that glaze.
Composite and resin
Cast mineral and resin basins are common in vanity units. Chips and scratches can be filled and matched, with colour mixed on site.
When we’d advise against a repair
We will not take on work that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- A loose basin, until it’s refixed
- Leaks from the fittings
- Through cracks that let water out
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Enamelled basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Antique & period basins
- Vanity unit basins
Aftercare tips
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Do not rest hot hair tools on the basin
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
- Repair chips before they stain
- Store toiletries on a shelf
Treat the basin gently for the first few days, then stick to mild cleaners. Keep heavy bottles and hot hair tools off the rim.
Chips collect dirt and stain over time, so the sooner it’s repaired, the better.
What we are called out for in Backlands
Fine crazing in the glaze is usually down to age, and harsh cleaners can make it worse.
People normally call us when they notice one of these:
- Chips on the rim or front edge
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
- A period basin that needs restoring
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
Comparing quotes
- How your room will be protected
- If travel is included in the price
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- What aftercare is recommended
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
