Norfolk · England
Sink & basin repair in Costessey, Norfolk
Problem with your basin in Costessey? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A period basin that needs restoring
- Fine cracks across the glaze
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.
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair them sympathetically and leave the character intact.
How we handle sink repair in Costessey
From cloakroom basins to period pieces, in ceramic, composite and enamel. Taps and wastes stay connected. Whether it’s fine cracks across the glaze and chips around the rim, we can help.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Where
- Costessey (NR8)
- County
- Norfolk
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
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What else we do in Costessey
Aftercare tips
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts:
- Have new chips repaired quickly
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Keep straighteners away from the basin
Use gentle cleaners and avoid dropping heavy bottles or appliances into the basin.
Chips near the waste or taps can let water in and stain. Repairing it early keeps the job small.
Common problems we fix in Costessey
Basins are right where bottles and hair tools get dropped. Fittings that are overtightened can also crack the ceramic.
Look out for these signs:
- Chips on a built-in basin
- A crazed, tired basin
- A period basin that needs restoring
- Chips on the rim or front edge
What to look for in a quote
- How changes to the job are handled
- How soon you can use it again
- How to care for the finish
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
The process
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can carry on at home. 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 care for 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.
- The repair is polished to the basin’s gloss and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Get a quote
Most clients in Costessey get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Related advice
What affects the price in Costessey
Prices start from £95. You will not pay by the hour. The price is based on:
- How many areas need work
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The type of damage
- How hard the colour is to match
Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Quotes from your pictures
Phone pictures are fine, there’s no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:
- A picture taken from further back
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
For a price in Costessey, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Landlord and trade work in Costessey
For anyone letting property in or around Costessey, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send photos for each one and we’ll price them together.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details and we will arrange it.
Costessey and the surrounding area
Costessey is about 4 miles north-west of Norwich, in Norfolk. Across the NR8 area, a technician comes to you. We cover all 797 towns and villages across Norfolk, from the larger towns to small villages.
Our technicians cover all of NR8. Local streets include The Street, Hinshalwood Way and The Croft. If you are just outside Costessey, we cover Drayton (1 mile north-east), Bowthorpe (2 miles south), Taverham (2 miles north), Hellesdon (2 miles south-east) and Thorpe Marriott (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Norwich (4 miles south-east), Dereham (12 miles west), Wymondham (7 miles south-west), Sprowston (4 miles east), Thorpe St Andrew (6 miles east) and Attleborough (13 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Costessey
Around Costessey, we work in homes near Ormiston Victory Academy, Church of St Edmund and St Augustine's Catholic Primary School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Norwich station, roughly 4.6 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Hellesdon Hospital (1.6 miles east) and Costessey Hall (0.8 miles west). Open spaces near Costessey include Wensum Local Nature Reserve.
Common questions in Costessey
How much does sink repair cost in Costessey?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed quote from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your NR8 postcode.
Can you repair several things at once?
Of course, and it typically saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you’ll get one combined price.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. If there’s more, we’ll tell you before starting.
Can a chip in a sink be fixed?
Yes. The chip is filled, matched and polished.
Can a cracked sink be fixed?
Surface cracks can typically be repaired. If it leaks through, replacement is normally better.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Norfolk.
Can I fix it myself?
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.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. 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.
Repair or replace in Costessey?
Matching a discontinued basin can be impossible, particularly if it matches the toilet and bath. A repair keeps your suite matching. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You will see the full price before you book, with nothing added on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Costessey
- No need to remove anything
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- A fixed quote before booking
- A year’s guarantee on all work
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