Shropshire · England

Sink & basin repair in Blore, Shropshire

Sink repair in Blore without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then we come to you.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
  • Cracks starting at the waste
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Sink repair near Blore

Questions from Blore

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Most of the time. Let us know what was used before and we will plan for it.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

Is repairing better than replacing?

In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

Is there a guarantee?

All our work carries our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

Which areas do you work in?

All of Shropshire, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.

Can you repair a chipped basin?

Yes, it’s one of our most common jobs. We shape and polish it to match the glaze.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.

Will you remove the sink?

No. The repair is done in place, without disconnecting anything.

How we handle sink repair in Blore

Whether it’s a chipped rim or a crack by the tap holes, basin damage is generally repaired in place. The taps stay connected and the basin stays on the wall. If you’re dealing with an antique basin with chips and crazing in the glaze, we can help.

A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.

Before and after: a crack on the edge of a basin repaired
Area
Blore (TF9)
Area hub
Shropshire
Cover
One year on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

DIY repairs versus a professional job

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.

Do you need sink repair in Blore?

Most chips come from something dropped into the bowl, and some happen during bathroom refits.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • A crazed, tired basin
  • Cracks around the tap holes or waste
  • A chipped basin edge
  • Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools

Comparing quotes

  • How the room is protected while they work
  • Who will actually do the work
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • Whether the price covers travel

10 questions to ask before you book

For landlords and businesses

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Blore use us as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.

When we’d advise against a repair

Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits:

  • A basin that moves on its brackets
  • Widespread crazing
  • A basin cracked through and leaking

If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.

Materials we repair

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

Our work in Blore

Blore is about 3 miles east of Market Drayton, in Shropshire. Anywhere in TF9, a technician comes to you. Blore is one of 433 places in Shropshire we cover. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 37 miles away.

Jobs in TF9 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Neighbouring places we cover include Hales (1 mile south-west), Almington (1 mile west), Mucklestone (2 miles north), Betton (2 miles north-west) and Napley (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Market Drayton (3 miles west), Whitchurch (12 miles west), Wem (13 miles west), Shawbury (13 miles south-west), Prees Higher Heath (10 miles west) and Hinstock (5 miles south).

Near you in Blore

We visit homes around Church of St Mary and the streets around them. Further afield, we also cover the area around Cheswardine Castle (2.8 miles south) and Market Drayton Museum And Resource Centre (2.9 miles west).

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Aftercare tips

Looking after the surface is easy:

  • Use a heat mat for hair tools
  • Repair chips before they stain
  • Do not overtighten taps
  • Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent

Treat the basin gently for the first few days, then clean it with mild products. Keep heavy bottles and hot tools away from the rim.

Cracks by the tap holes can grow, so get it looked at early. If it’s leaking, turn off the water to the basin until it’s checked.

Repair or replace: which is better?

Finding the same basin again isn’t always possible, particularly if it matches the toilet and bath. Repairing it keeps the suite together. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.

What you get with us

  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • No need to remove anything
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year

Take a look at our pricing.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

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, and the colour is mixed to suit.

What we do, step by step

Arrival times are agreed in advance. On site, it takes a couple of hours for most chips in most cases. We leave the room clean.

  1. We start by cleaning the basin and assessing the damage.
  2. We fill the chip or crack and shape it to the original profile.
  3. The finish is matched to the glaze.
  4. We polish it into the surrounding surface.
  5. You can generally use the basin later that day or the next.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access

Get a quote

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire basin, we can price the job without visiting.

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Advice

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