Plymouth · England
Sink & basin repair in Crabtree, Plymouth
Sink repair in Crabtree without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your photos, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- An antique basin with chips
- Chips on a built-in basin
Sink repair at your home in Crabtree
Period basins are worth keeping, and we work around makers’ marks wherever possible. Replacing them with something similar can be difficult. If you are dealing with a chipped basin edge and damage to a basin in a vanity unit, we can generally put it right, whatever the material.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.
- Area
- Crabtree (PL3, PL7, PL6)
- County
- Plymouth
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
Hospitality businesses cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
What a repair cannot fix
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
- Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Antique & period basins
- Vanity unit basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Enamelled basins
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
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What affects the price in Crabtree
Repairs from £95. You will know the full cost before booking. We look at:
- The material and finish
- How hard the colour is to match
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
How to get a fixed price
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Please include:
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Details of any past repairs
- A wider photo showing the entire basin
Send us photos of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Crabtree, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
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.
Period and antique
Period basins often have marks and character worth keeping. We repair them sympathetically and leave the character intact.
Why repair rather than replace?
A new basin often means a plumber, new taps or wastes and repairs to the tiles or vanity unit. A repair leaves everything in place. Our sink repair starts from £95. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why Crabtree clients choose us
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- One visit for most repairs
- Work done at your home or business
Read our full price list.
Common questions in Crabtree
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
Which areas do you work in?
The whole UK, including all of Plymouth. Just include your postcode and we’ll confirm dates.
Can you repair an antique basin?
Yes. Period basins are worth keeping, and we repair them sympathetically.
What does sink repair cost?
Repairs from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Usually, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
Will you remove the sink?
No. The repair is done in place, with the taps left connected.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Crabtree and nearby
Crabtree is about 2 miles east of Hartley, in Plymouth. From the centre of Crabtree to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Crabtree is one of 59 places in Plymouth where we work.
Our visits in PL3, PL7 and PL6 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Pike Road, Manor Lane and Coypool Road, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Crabtree: Plympton (2 miles east), Plymstock (2 miles south), Elburton (2 miles south-east), Plympton St Maurice (2 miles east) and Sherford (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover North Prospect (3 miles west), Stoke (3 miles west), Ford (3 miles west), Ham (3 miles west), Pennycross (3 miles west) and Keyham (4 miles west).
Landmarks near Crabtree
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Lipson Co-operative Academy, Woodford Primary School and Efford Library. Nearby too are Church of St Mary (0.8 miles south-west) and Marsh Mills pub (within half a mile north). For rail, the closest station is Plymouth station, about 2.5 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Elizabethan House Museum (2.5 miles south-west) and Drake Circus Shopping Centre (2.4 miles south-west). Not far away are Crown Hill Down.
How it works
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Plan for a couple of hours for most chips from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- 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 normally be used later that day or the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Point us to the nearest place to park
Getting a price
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the basin, add your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
Advice
Aftercare tips
Nothing complicated is needed:
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
- Don’t rest hot hair tools on the basin
- Avoid strong bleach and descalers
- Keep heavy bottles off the rim
Go gently for the first few days, then clean it with mild products. Keep heavy bottles and hot hair tools off the rim.
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.
