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Sink Repair for Craigmillar homes
Our technicians come to Craigmillar for chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A crack near the taps
- Chips on the rim or front edge
Sink repair in Craigmillar, done in place
From cloakroom basins to period pieces, whatever they’re made of. There is no plumbing to disconnect. We regularly repair ceramic & vitreous china basins, antique & period basins and vanity unit basins, and common reasons people contact us are knocks from hair straighteners and a chipped basin edge.
Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Area
- Craigmillar (EH16, EH15)
- Area hub
- Edinburgh
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairing versus replacing in Craigmillar
If the basin is cracked right through and leaking, replacement is generally the answer. For chips, surface cracks and crazing, a repair is typically best. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why us?
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Same prices wherever you are
- One visit for most repairs
- Rooms protected and left tidy
Read our prices page.
How we price sink repair
Repairs from £95. There is no charge for travel to Craigmillar. The price depends on:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- How many items we do on one visit
- The type of damage
- Unusual colours or finishes
We do not add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Quotes from your photos
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Try to send:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Natural light rather than flash
- The material, if you know it
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire basin, we can give you a fixed quote.
DIY kit or professional repair?
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, and the work is guaranteed.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
Signs you need sink repair in Craigmillar
A basin sits at just the right height to be hit by everything, so chips are common. Fittings that are overtightened can also crack the ceramic.
People typically call us when they notice one of these:
- Crazing in the glaze
- Chips from dropped toiletries
- Chips on a built-in basin
- A crack near the taps
Questions to ask before you book
- When it can be used again
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- How to look after the finish
- What protection goes down before work starts
Work for landlords and builders
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
If you manage property in Craigmillar, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send pictures for each address and we’ll price them together.
Keeping it looking good
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:
- Use gentle cleaners
- Don’t rest hot hair tools on the basin
- Have new chips repaired quickly
- Do not overtighten taps
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and take care with heavy bottles and hair tools.
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.
Craigmillar questions
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Is repairing better than replacing?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.
Can you repair an antique basin?
Yes. Where possible, we work around makers’ marks. Mention it when you ask for a quote.
Can you repair a chipped basin?
Yes. The chip is filled, matched and polished.
Do you need to take the basin off the wall?
No. The repair is done in place, with the taps left connected.
What does sink repair cost?
Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Is there any odour?
A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. The rest of the house is unaffected.
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Honest limits
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- Leaks from the fittings
- A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
- Through cracks that let water out
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Enamelled basins
- Vanity unit basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
What happens on the day
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you’re not left guessing. Once we are there, the work takes a morning or an afternoon in most cases. The room is left tidy and you’ll know when it can be used.
- We protect the area around the basin.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Getting a price
Send us pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you are in Craigmillar, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Related advice
Where we work around Craigmillar
Craigmillar is about 2 miles east of Newington, in Edinburgh. Wherever you are in the EH16 postcode area, a technician comes to you. We cover 175 places in Edinburgh, from the larger towns to small villages.
Postcode districts we cover here: EH16 and EH15. That includes homes on Dunkirk Road, Harewood Road and Seacole Square. Neighbouring places we cover include Greendykes (1 mile east), Bridge End (1 mile south-west), Duddingston (1 mile north), Bingham (1 mile north-east) and Niddrie Mains (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Edinburgh (3 miles west), Leith (4 miles north), Bonnington (3 miles north-west), Broughton (3 miles north-west), Bellevue (3 miles north-west) and Silvermills (3 miles north-west).
Near you in Craigmillar
We visit homes around Portobello Library, Duddingston Kirk and Craigmillar Castle Park, among other places. Other local landmarks include Robin Chapel (under half a mile east), St Margaret's School (1.1 miles west), Sheep Heid Inn (0.8 miles north-west) and Castlebrae Community High School (less than half a mile south-east). The closest station to Craigmillar is Brunstane station, roughly 1.7 miles north-east. A little further out are Morita Museum of Fine Art (1.3 miles west) and Craigmillar Castle (under half a mile south). Green spaces nearby include Duddingston Loch and The New Leaf Co-op.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
