Greater Manchester · England
Sink & basin repair in Chinatown, Greater Manchester
Sink repair across Chinatown and nearby, normally in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped basin edge
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
How we handle sink repair in Chinatown
If the whole basin is crazed or worn, it can be resurfaced in place, for a fresh, even finish. Our repair technicians work on enamelled basins, Belfast and butler sinks and ceramic & vitreous china basins, and the jobs we see most are chips on the rim or front edge and a crack near the taps.
We guarantee the work for a year. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Area
- Chinatown (M1, M3, M2)
- Region
- Greater Manchester
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY kit or professional repair?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
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What happens on the day
When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a few hours. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.
- We check the basin is secure and not leaking.
- The area is degreased and keyed.
- Filler is built up and sanded flush.
- We match the colour and the gloss.
- We tidy up and give you the curing time.
Getting ready for the visit
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
How to get 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 price the job the same day in most cases.
Advice
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Composite and resin
Cast mineral and resin basins are common in vanity units. They repair well, and the colour is mixed to suit.
Period and antique
Period basins frequently have marks and character worth keeping. We repair them sympathetically and leave the character intact.
Chinatown questions
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just make sure the landlord agrees.
Can you repair an antique basin?
Yes. Where possible, we work around makers’ marks. Mention it when you ask for a quote.
Is my repair covered?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Can you price it without visiting?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.
Will you remove the sink?
No, it stays where it is. The surrounding area is protected and we work in place.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
What happens if you find more damage?
If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses in Chinatown.
What a repair cannot fix
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Leaks from the fittings
- Widespread crazing
- A basin cracked through and leaking
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
What we work on
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Enamelled basins
- Vanity unit basins
- Antique & period basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
Work for landlords and builders
If you manage property in Chinatown, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we will come back with a combined price.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Greater Manchester and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Should you replace it?
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. Our sink repair starts from £95. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Why us?
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- No extra charge for your area
- A fixed quote before booking
Read our prices page.
Chinatown and the surrounding area
Chinatown is about 1 mile west of Manchester, in Greater Manchester. Jobs in Chinatown are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. We work in all 72 towns and villages across Greater Manchester, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in M1, M3 and M2 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on Bow Lane, Tib Lane and New Market or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Being close to the A56 and A6042, Chinatown is easy for our technicians to reach. If you are just outside Chinatown, we cover Northern Quarter (1 mile north-east), Little Ireland (1 mile south), Ancoats (1 mile north-east), All Saints (1 mile south) and Castlefield (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Wythenshawe (6 miles south), Openshaw (3 miles east), Butler Green (5 miles north-east), Heaton Norris (5 miles south-east), Heaton Chapel (5 miles south-east) and Old Moat (3 miles south). Being one of Greater Manchester’s larger places, Chinatown sees plenty of our work.
Near you in Chinatown
We visit homes around Cross Street Chapel, Abbey College Manchester and City College Manchester, among other places. Nearby too are New Islington Free School (0.7 miles north-east), Circus Tavern (under half a mile south), Piccadilly Gardens (within half a mile north-east) and Ahmed Iqbal Ullah Race Relations Resource Centre (less than half a mile west). There is a railway station in Chinatown itself: Manchester Oxford Road station. A little further out are Cube Gallery (under half a mile south) and Royal Exchange (within half a mile north-west). Green spaces nearby include Boating lake and Unicorn Grocery.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include All Saints' (0.7 miles south)
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. We give every job a fixed price from pictures. This is what makes a difference:
- Doing more than one item at once
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The type of damage
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Getting a price from photos
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To make it quick:
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A picture taken from further back
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Any details about the material
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.
How to care for the repair
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Get chips repaired early
- Use mild cleaners only
- Keep heavy bottles off the rim
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
Use gentle cleaners and take care with heavy bottles and hair tools.
A crack near the taps can spread, so get it looked at early. If water is getting through, isolate the basin until it’s seen to.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
