Shetland Islands · Scotland
Sink Repair for Clate homes
Chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins for householders, landlords and businesses in Clate. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped vanity basin
- Fine cracks across the glaze
How we handle sink repair in Clate
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. We regularly repair antique & period basins, ceramic & vitreous china basins and Belfast and butler sinks, and common reasons people contact us are a crazed, tired basin and chips on the rim or front edge.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something is not right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Where
- Clate (ZE2)
- Region
- Shetland Islands
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What we are called out for in Clate
Glaze crazing comes with age and temperature changes, and harsh cleaners can make it worse.
Clients usually contact us about:
- A chipped vanity basin
- Cracks starting at the waste
- Crazing in the glaze
- An original basin worth saving
What to look for in a quote
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether the price covers travel
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
Also in Clate
Different materials, different repairs
Composite and resin
Cast mineral and resin basins are common in vanity units. They repair well, with colour mixed on site.
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair them sympathetically.
Clate and nearby
Clate is about 13 miles north of Lerwick, in the Shetland Islands. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We cover all 63 towns and villages in the Shetland Islands.
All of ZE2 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We regularly work on streets such as Rocky Road and Harlsdale. Other places close to Clate include Sandwick (1 mile north), Symbister (1 mile north), Hamister (1 mile north), Huxter (1 mile east) and Tripwell (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Lerwick (13 miles south), Sound (14 miles south) and Brae (12 miles west). For island and remote addresses, call first so we can plan the visit.
Landmarks near Clate
Green spaces nearby include Loch of Sandwick and Ward of Clett.
How we price sink repair
Repairs from £95. You’ll know the full cost before you book. We look at:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- What the surface is made of
- Unusual colours or finishes
- What kind of damage it is
Compared with replacing, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Quotes from your pictures
You can typically get a fixed quote without us visiting. To make it quick:
- Any details about the material
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole basin, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Clate questions
Will there be a smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work that clears as it cures.
Will you remove the sink?
No, it stays where it is. We protect the area around it and work in place.
How soon can you come?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Is it messy?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Usually, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Can you keep the maker’s mark?
Yes, carefully. Period basins are worth keeping, and we repair them sympathetically.
Can you repair a chipped basin?
Yes, very often. The repair is shaped and polished to blend in.
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
DIY kit or professional repair?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
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 then the old filler has to be removed first.
What a repair cannot fix
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair won’t do:
- Widespread crazing
- Leaks from the fittings
- A basin cracked through and leaking
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we work on
- Enamelled basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Vanity unit basins
- Antique & period basins
Keeping it looking good
Nothing complicated is needed:
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Use mild cleaners only
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
- Use a heat mat for hair tools
Keep hair straighteners and heavy bottles away from the basin edge, so it does not get chipped again.
A chip near the waste or taps can let water into the body of the basin, which can stain the repair area. Early repair keeps it a small job.
The process
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can stay at home while we’re there. Protection goes down first, then the work takes a couple of hours for most chips. Before we leave, we explain how soon it can be used and how to look after it.
- First the basin is cleaned and the damage checked.
- We fill the chip or crack and shape it to the original profile.
- The finish is matched to the glaze.
- The repair is polished so it blends in.
- The basin can generally be used later that day or the day after.
Before we arrive
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Have a window or extractor fan available
How to get a price
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.
Related advice
Repair or replace in Clate?
If the basin is cracked right through and leaking, replacement is normally the answer. For chips, surface cracks and crazing, a repair is typically best. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. We charge the same wherever you are, so there’s no premium for Clate. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Clate
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Same prices wherever you are
- No need to remove anything
Read our full price list.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
