Edinburgh · Scotland
Sink Repair for Colinton homes
We travel to Colinton for chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Cracks starting at the waste
- Knocks from hair straighteners
Your questions about sink repair in Colinton
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Can pets and children be at home?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners.
Do you need to take the basin off the wall?
No. The repair is done in place, without disconnecting anything.
What happens after I send pictures?
You will get a fixed quote back, usually with dates to choose from. There’s no obligation to book.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted.
Can you repair a cracked basin?
Generally, if it isn’t leaking. A crack that leaks right through generally means a new basin.
What areas do you cover?
Across the UK. Our prices are the same everywhere.
About our sink repair in Colinton
A chip on a basin is hard to ignore. We fill, shape and polish the damage so it blends into the glaze. If you are dealing with an original basin worth saving and chips on a built-in basin, we can help, on antique & period basins, vanity unit basins and enamelled basins alike.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something is not right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Location
- Colinton (EH13, EH14)
- County
- Edinburgh
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:
- Don’t stand heavy bottles on the edge
- Do not rest hot hair tools on the basin
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
- Avoid abrasive pads
Wipe the basin over after use, and steer clear of harsh chemicals.
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.
Common problems we fix in Colinton
Dropped glass bottles and heavy toiletries are the usual cause of chips, and some happen during bathroom refits.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- An original basin worth saving
- A crazed, tired basin
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
- Cracks around the tap holes or waste
What to look for in a quote
- Aftercare advice
- How your room will be protected
- How the colour is matched
- Who turns up on the day
When a repair is not the answer
We’d rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
- Leaks from the fittings
- A loose basin, until it’s refixed
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we repair
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Vanity unit basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Enamelled basins
How the visit works
We turn up at the time we agreed with you and checks the damage against your pictures first. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before any work starts. Most visits take a few hours, and we leave the room as we found it.
- The vanity, floor and taps are protected.
- The damage is cleaned and prepared.
- We fill it and shape it to the basin’s curve.
- We match the colour by hand.
- We polish it to match the shine and leave it to cure.
How to prepare
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Clear the area around the damage
Getting a price
To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Advice
Can I fix it myself?
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
Why repair rather than replace?
A basin cracked through and leaking needs replacing. For chips, surface cracks and crazing, a repair is generally best. Our sink repair starts from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.
Why us?
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Normally one visit, start to finish
See our full price list.
About Colinton
Colinton is about 3 miles south-west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Colinton is one of 175 places in Edinburgh where we work.
All of EH13 and EH14 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on Bridge Road, Elliot Road and Grant Avenue or a nearby road, we can come to you. Nearby, we also work in Redford (1 mile east), Firrhill (1 mile north-east), Kingsknowe (1 mile north-west), Colinton Mains (1 mile east) and Clovenstone (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Edinburgh (3 miles north-east), Leith (6 miles north-east), Bonnington (5 miles north-east), Greenside (4 miles north-east), Broughton (4 miles north-east) and Bellevue (4 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Colinton
Our clients here include homes close to Colinton Parish Church, Saughton Park and Cross Keys Tavern and the streets around them. Also close by are Army School of Bagpipe Music and Highland Drumming (under half a mile north) and Firrhill High School (0.7 miles north-east). The nearest railway station is Kingsknowe station, roughly 0.9 miles north-west. A little further out are War Poets Collection (1.8 miles north-west) and The Gyle Shopping Centre (3.3 miles north-west). Not far away are Duddingston Loch and Craiglockhart Hill.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Period and antique
Period basins frequently have marks and character worth keeping. We repair carefully around original features.
Vitreous china
Most basins are vitreous china with a hard, glossy glaze. Matching that shine is the key to a good repair, so we finish the repair to the same sheen.
For landlords and businesses
Letting agents often send us pictures straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
If you manage property in Colinton, we will quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we’ll price them together.
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
