County Durham · England
Sink Repair for Craigside homes
Sink repair for Craigside, without a refit. Get a fixed quote from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips on a built-in basin
- A crazed, tired basin
What we do, step by step
We begin by going over the job with you. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. You can expect it to take a couple of hours for most chips.
- 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
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
How to get 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 to us. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
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About our sink repair in Craigside
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 chips around the rim and a crazed, tired basin, we can help, whatever the material.
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in County Durham.
- Location
- Craigside (DL15, DL13)
- Area hub
- County Durham
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Common problems we fix in Craigside
Fittings tightened too hard strain the basin, which can crack it around the holes.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- Chips on the rim or front edge
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
- A crack near the taps
- Knocks from hair straighteners
Questions to ask before you book
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How long it needs to cure
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
Landlords, agents and businesses in Craigside
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Craigside use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it generally costs far less than a refit.
What a repair can’t fix
We would rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- A loose basin, until it’s refixed
- A crack that leaks right through the basin
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we repair
- Vanity unit basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Enamelled basins
DIY kit or professional repair?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. 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.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
Different materials, different repairs
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair them sympathetically.
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.
Keeping it looking good
To keep it looking its best for years:
- Keep straighteners away from the basin
- Have new chips repaired quickly
- Avoid abrasive pads
- Don’t overtighten taps
Wipe the basin over after use, and steer clear of harsh chemicals.
Cracks by the tap holes can grow, so get it looked at early. If it’s leaking, turn off the water to the basin until it’s checked.
Craigside and the surrounding area
Craigside is about 2 miles west of Crook, in County Durham. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Craigside is one of 329 places in County Durham we cover. Our jobs stretch from Craigside to Newcastle upon Tyne (20 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: DL15 and DL13. Other places close to Craigside include Thornley (1 mile north-west), Tow Law (2 miles north), Inkerman (3 miles north), Wolsingham (3 miles west) and Satley (5 miles north). Larger places within reach include Durham (10 miles north-east), Consett (10 miles north), Newton Aycliffe (11 miles south-east), Bishop Auckland (7 miles south-east), Spennymoor (8 miles east) and Chester-le-Street (13 miles north-east).
Around Craigside
In Craigside, that means homes near Church of St Bartholomew and the streets around them. Further afield, we also cover the area around Witton Castle (3.6 miles south-east). Not far away are Stanley Moss.
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What sink repair costs
Prices start from £95. There is no charge for travel to Craigside. The price depends on:
- The type of damage
- Unusual colours or finishes
- What the surface is made of
- How easy the damage is to reach
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 will get a fixed figure.
Getting a price from pictures
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Try to send:
- A photo taken from further back
- Natural light rather than flash
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Details of any past repairs
There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Craigside: your questions answered
Is the work guaranteed?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we’ll ask for another photo.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. If there is more, we’ll tell you before starting.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.
Do you come to Craigside?
We do. Technicians travel to Craigside from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, we often do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you’ll get one combined price.
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