Norfolk · England
Sink & basin repair in Cat's Common, Norfolk
Chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins at your home in Cat's Common, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped basin edge
- Fine cracks across the glaze
How we handle sink repair in Cat's Common
From hairline cracks by the taps to chips on the rim, most basin damage can be repaired without removing anything. The taps stay connected and the basin stays on the wall. Common call-outs are for an antique basin with chips and a crack near the taps, on ceramic & vitreous china basins, Belfast and butler sinks and antique & period basins.
Every job is backed for twelve months in Cat's Common and everywhere else. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Area
- Cat's Common (NR12)
- County
- Norfolk
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Common problems we fix in Cat's Common
Overtightened taps and wastes put stress on the ceramic, which can crack it around the holes.
Customers typically contact us about:
- A period basin that needs restoring
- Chips on the rim or front edge
- Chips from dropped toiletries
- A chipped vanity basin
What to look for in a quote
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- What prep work is covered
The process
Here’s how a visit generally runs: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Plan for a couple of hours for most chips from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain how long to leave it and how to look after it.
- We check the basin is secure and not leaking.
- The area is degreased and keyed.
- We build up the filler and sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched.
- We tidy up and give you the curing time.
Preparing for the visit
- Ensure the area is dry
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Getting a price
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire basin, we can give you a fixed quote the same day in most cases.
Advice
Cat's Common and nearby
Cat's Common is about 5 miles south-east of North Walsham, in Norfolk. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Our technicians cover 797 places across Norfolk, from the larger towns to small villages.
We cover every part of the NR12 postcode area. Other places close to Cat's Common include Pennygate (1 mile east), Smallburgh (1 mile north-west), Wayford Bridge (1 mile north-east), Barton Turf (1 mile south-east) and Beeston St Lawrence (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Norwich (11 miles south-west), Great Yarmouth (15 miles south-east), Sprowston (9 miles south-west), Thorpe St Andrew (10 miles south-west), North Walsham (5 miles north-west) and Southtown (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Cat's Common
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of St Peter, among other places. The closest station to Cat's Common is Worstead station, roughly 2.8 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Dilham Castle (1.8 miles north) and Museum of the Broads (2.4 miles east). For a walk, there’s Catfield Fen Reserve and Barton Broad.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Finding the same basin again isn’t always possible, especially in a matching suite. A repair keeps your suite matching. Prices start from £95. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Cat's Common
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Same prices wherever you are
Read our pricing.
What sink repair costs
Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed price. These are the things that affect it:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- How many items we do on one visit
- The material and finish
We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
How to get a fixed quote
Two or three clear photos are usually enough. It helps if you send:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Details of any past repairs
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Landlord and trade work in Cat's Common
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Cat's Common as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it typically costs far less than a refit.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Composite and resin
Many vanity units have resin or composite basins. Chips and scratches can be filled and matched, and the colour is mixed to suit.
Period and antique
Period basins often have marks and character worth keeping. We repair carefully around original features.
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Cat's Common: your questions answered
Is there a call-out fee?
There’s no separate call-out charge. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.
Which areas do you work in?
Across the UK, so Cat's Common is covered. Our prices are the same everywhere.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Are you accredited?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
Do you work in Cat's Common?
We do. Technicians travel to Cat's Common from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.
Keeping it looking good
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Repair chips before they stain
- Store toiletries on a shelf
- Fittings shouldn’t be over-tightened
- Avoid abrasive pads
Use gentle cleaners and avoid dropping heavy bottles or appliances into the basin.
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.
DIY kit or professional repair?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
