Kent · England
Sink Repair for Charlton-in-Dover homes
Chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins at your home in Charlton-in-Dover, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Repairs from £95
- An antique basin with chips
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
Charlton-in-Dover and the surrounding area
Charlton-in-Dover is about 1 mile south-east of Dover, in Kent. Whether you are in the middle of Charlton-in-Dover or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We cover 922 places across Kent. Our jobs stretch from Charlton-in-Dover to London (66 miles away).
We work across CT16, CT17 and CT15 and the streets around it. Jobs here include addresses on Odo Road, Eric Road and Lorne Road. Main roads around Charlton-in-Dover include the A256, so getting to you is simple. Neighbouring places we cover include Tower Hamlets (1 mile south-west), Guston (2 miles north-east), Church Whitfield (2 miles north), East Langdon (3 miles north-east) and West Cliffe (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (7 miles south-west), Ramsgate (15 miles north), Deal (7 miles north-east), Hythe (11 miles south-west) and Walmer (6 miles north-east).
What’s near Charlton-in-Dover
Around Charlton-in-Dover, we work in homes near Charlton Church of England Primary School, Dover Grammar School for Girls and The Red Lion pub. Nearby too are Connaught Park (under half a mile east), St Edmund's Catholic School (under half a mile north-east) and Church of St Peter and St Paul (under half a mile south). For rail, the closest station is Dover Priory station, roughly 0.6 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Dover Castle (0.9 miles south-east) and Old Town Gaol (under half a mile south). The countryside around Charlton-in-Dover includes Dover Western Heights.
Sink repair in Charlton-in-Dover without replacing anything
A chipped basin is one of the most noticeable bits of damage in a bathroom. We fill, shape and polish the damage so it blends into the glaze. Our technicians work on vanity unit basins, ceramic & vitreous china basins and Belfast and butler sinks, and common reasons people get in touch are a chipped vanity basin and an antique basin with chips.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Where
- Charlton-in-Dover (CT16, CT17, CT15)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we can’t put right
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- A basin that moves on its brackets
- Leaks from the fittings
- Widespread crazing
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
What we work on
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Vanity unit basins
- Antique & period basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Enamelled basins
When to call us in Charlton-in-Dover
A basin sits at just the right height to be hit by everything. Fittings that are overtightened can also crack the ceramic.
Most people contact us after spotting something like this:
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
- Cracks around the tap holes or waste
- Knocks from hair straighteners
- An antique basin with chips
Questions to ask before you book
- Who will actually do the work
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- When it can be used again
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
What we do, step by step
From the moment we arrive, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes a few hours, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We start by cleaning the basin and assessing the damage.
- We fill the chip or crack and shape it to the original profile.
- We colour-match the finish to the glaze.
- The repair is polished so it blends in.
- The basin can generally be used later that day or the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We will say immediately if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
Charlton-in-Dover: your questions answered
What information do you need?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll do the rest.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and we will quote them together.
Can you repair an antique basin?
Yes. Where possible, we work around makers’ marks. Mention it when you ask for a quote.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners.
How soon can you come?
We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted.
What your basin is made of matters
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.
Vitreous china
Vitreous china is fired ceramic with a glassy glaze. We polish repairs to match the glaze.
How we price sink repair
Prices start from £95. We price every job individually. What matters most is:
- The colour and finish to match
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The type of damage
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Send pictures for a quote
You can generally get a fixed price without us visiting. To help us price it:
- Any details about the material
- One picture of the entire basin
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Something in shot to show the size
Email us a picture of the damage and one of the whole item, with your CT16 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
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DIY kit or professional repair?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
Keeping it looking good
Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:
- Avoid strong bleach and descalers
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
- Store toiletries on a shelf
- Use gentle cleaners
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.
A chip near the waste or taps can let water into the body of the basin, which can stain the repair area. Repairing it early keeps the job small.
Repairing versus replacing in Charlton-in-Dover
A new basin may mean new taps, a new waste and new tiling, and it may not match the rest of the suite. A repair avoids all of that. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. 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’ll get a fixed figure.
What you get with us
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Nothing taken out or refitted
Read our prices page.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
