Devon · England
Sink & basin repair in Cowley, Devon
Chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins for homes and businesses in Cowley and across Devon. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped vanity basin
- Crazing in the glaze
Sink repair in Cowley, done in place
When a basin is worn or crazed all over, it can be resurfaced in place, for a fresh, even finish. We regularly repair ceramic & vitreous china basins, enamelled basins and Belfast and butler sinks, and the jobs we see most are a crazed, tired basin and a chipped vanity basin.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re covered after the visit.
- Where
- Cowley (EX5)
- Region
- Devon
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We begin by going over the job with you, so you know exactly what we are doing. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours, and we will tell you if anything changes.
- We check the basin is secure and not leaking.
- We degrease and key the damage.
- We build up the filler and sand it flush.
- We match the colour and the gloss.
- We clear away and tell you when it can be used.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Get a quote
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole basin, we can price the job without visiting.
Related advice
For landlords and businesses
Letting agents often send us photos 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.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
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.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
How we price sink repair
Repairs from £95. Prices are worked out job by job. The main factors are:
- How hard the colour is to match
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- What kind of damage it is
A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Quotes from your pictures
You can take the pictures on your phone, there’s no need for anything special. Just make sure we can see:
- The material, if you know it
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Where you are, by postcode
- Something in shot to show the size
For a price in Cowley, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Your questions about sink repair in Cowley
Do you cover the entire of Devon?
The whole UK, including all of Devon. Just include your postcode and we will confirm dates.
Can a chip in a sink be fixed?
Yes, very frequently. We shape and polish it to match the glaze.
Can you keep the maker’s mark?
Yes, carefully. We repair them without hiding their character.
How soon can you come?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Will there be a smell?
There can be some smell while we work. It fades as everything cures.
How do I get a price for sink repair in Cowley?
Repairs from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Can you repair a cracked basin?
Surface cracks can usually be repaired. If it leaks through, replacement is normally better.
Repair or replace in Cowley?
Finding the same basin again is not always possible, especially in a matching suite. A repair keeps your suite matching. Prices start from £95. A repair normally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Cowley
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Nothing taken out or refitted
Read our prices page.
What we’re called out for in Cowley
Dropped glass bottles and heavy toiletries are the usual cause of chips, and some happen during bathroom refits.
If you can see any of these, send us a photo:
- An original basin worth saving
- A chipped basin edge
- Chips from dropped toiletries
- A crazed, tired basin
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- How the colour is matched
- What prep work is covered
- Aftercare advice
Also in Cowley
Cowley and the surrounding area
Cowley is about 3 miles north-west of Exeter, in Devon. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you’re not left waiting in all day. We cover all 586 towns and villages in Devon.
Postcode districts we cover here: EX5. That includes homes on St Andrew's Road, Cowley Hill and Star Barton Lane and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Cowley: Three Horse Shoes (1 mile north), Exwick (1 mile south), East Devon (1 mile north), Upton Pyne (1 mile north) and Pennsylvania (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Exeter (3 miles south-east), Exmouth (11 miles south-east), Newton Abbot (15 miles south), Tiverton (11 miles north), Teignmouth (14 miles south) and Sidmouth (14 miles east).
Around Cowley
Our customers here include homes close to Exeter University Library and Stables pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Cowley is Exeter St Davids station, roughly 1.5 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Heavitree Hospital (2.5 miles south-east) and Exeter City Football Club Museum (2 miles south-east). Not far away are Raddon Top.
What we cannot put right
Not everything can be repaired, and we would rather say so up front. Repairs won’t solve:
- A basin cracked through and leaking
- Glaze crazing across the whole basin, where resurfacing is better
- Plumbing leaks
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
What we work on
- Enamelled basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Vanity unit basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Antique & period basins
Looking after it afterwards
Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- Keep heavy bottles off the rim
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
- Repair chips before they stain
- Avoid abrasive pads
Do not rest hot hair tools or heavy bottles on the rim, so it does not get chipped again.
An unrepaired chip soon stains, so the sooner it’s repaired, the better.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
