Somerset · England
Sink & basin repair in Compass, Somerset
Damaged basin in Compass? We put it right where it is, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Knocks from hair straighteners
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
About our sink repair in Compass
If the whole basin is crazed or worn, we can resurface it in place, for a fresh, even finish. If you are dealing with a chipped vanity basin and a crack near the taps, we can generally put it right, on antique & period basins, Belfast and butler sinks and ceramic & vitreous china basins alike.
We guarantee the work for a year. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Area
- Compass (TA6)
- Region
- Somerset
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I try a DIY kit first?
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.
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.
What a repair cannot fix
A repair is not right for every job, for example:
- A loose basin, until it’s refixed
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Vanity unit basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Antique & period basins
- Enamelled basins
Repairs by material
Period and antique
Period basins frequently have marks and character worth keeping. We repair them sympathetically and leave the character intact.
Vitreous china
Ceramic basins have a fired, glassy surface. We polish repairs to match the glaze.
How we price sink repair
Prices start from £95. We give every job a fixed price from pictures. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Unusual colours or finishes
- How many items we do on one visit
- How much damage there is
We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Getting a price from photos
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
Upload photos of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you are in Compass, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
Compass questions
Will you remove the sink?
Not at all. The surrounding area is protected and we work in place.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Is there any odour?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit typically costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
Will the price change on the day?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Can you price it without visiting?
Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.
What does sink repair cost?
Prices start from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Compass and the surrounding area
Compass is about 2 miles south of Bridgwater, in Somerset. From the centre of Compass to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Compass is one of 640 towns and villages in Somerset where we work.
Jobs in TA6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Woolmersdon (1 mile west), Rhode (1 mile west), Bridgwater (2 miles north), Durleigh (2 miles north-west) and Wembdon (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Taunton (7 miles south-west), Burnham-on-Sea (9 miles north), Wellington (13 miles south-west), Street (11 miles east), Glastonbury (13 miles east) and Somerton (12 miles east).
Around Compass
Around Compass, we work in homes near Robert Blake Science College, Church of St Mary and Somerset Bridge Primary School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Bridgwater station, roughly 1.9 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Bridgwater Community Hospital (3 miles north-east) and Somerset Brick and Tile Museum (1.9 miles north). The countryside around Compass includes Burrow Mump.
What we are called out for in Compass
A basin sits at just the right height to be hit by everything, so chips are common. Overtightened fittings can crack ceramic too.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- Chips around the rim
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
- A chipped vanity basin
- Crazing in the glaze
What to look for in a quote
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Aftercare advice
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
How it works
Here’s how a visit usually runs: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Allow a couple of hours for most chips. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and how to care for it.
- We protect the area around the basin.
- The damage is cleaned and prepared.
- It’s filled and shaped to the basin.
- The colour is matched by hand.
- The repair is polished to the basin’s gloss and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Getting a price
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Related advice
Repair or replace in Compass?
Swapping a basin frequently brings new taps, a new waste and tiling work, and it may not match the rest of the suite. Repairing it avoids those problems. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Compass
- Same prices wherever you are
- Work done at your home or business
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Rooms protected and left tidy
Take a look at our prices page.
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Keeping it looking good
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
- Have new chips repaired quickly
- Keep heavy bottles off the rim
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
A quick wipe after use helps, and steer clear of harsh chemicals.
Chips near the waste or taps can let water in and stain. Early repair keeps it a small job.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
