Gateshead · England
Sink Repair in Crookgate Bank
We travel to Crookgate Bank for chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Crazing in the glaze
- An original basin worth saving
Sink repair in Crookgate Bank without replacing anything
From hairline cracks by the taps to chips on the rim, most basin damage can be repaired without removing anything. The taps stay connected and the basin stays on the wall. We are often asked to fix a period basin that needs restoring and damage to a basin in a vanity unit, across antique & period basins, ceramic & vitreous china basins and enamelled basins.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Area
- Crookgate Bank (NE16)
- County
- Gateshead
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Landlords, agents and businesses in Crookgate Bank
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.
Our work in Crookgate Bank
Crookgate Bank is about 2 miles north-west of Stanley, in Gateshead. Jobs in Crookgate Bank are booked in like any other job: a fixed price from your pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. Crookgate Bank is one of 49 places in Gateshead where we work. We work right across the region, from Crookgate Bank to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 7 miles away).
Every address in NE16 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Lapwing Court, Field Fare Court and Plover Drive, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Crookgate Bank, we cover Byermoor (1 mile north), Burnopfield (1 mile north-west), Lintz (1 mile west), High Friarside (1 mile west) and Rowlands Gill (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Gateshead (6 miles north-east), Blaydon (4 miles north), Dunston (5 miles north-east), Whickham (3 miles north-east), Ryton (5 miles north) and Winlaton (4 miles north).
Local landmarks in Crookgate Bank
Around Crookgate Bank, we work in homes near North Durham Academy, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and The Pack Horse pub. For rail, the closest station is Metrocentre station, about 4.5 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Derwentside (2.9 miles south-west) and Dunston Hill Hospital (3.9 miles north-east).
Repairs by material
Vitreous china
Most basins are vitreous china with a hard, glossy glaze. Matching that shine is the key to a good repair, so we polish the repair to suit.
Composite and resin
Cast mineral and resin basins are common in vanity units. They repair well, with colour mixed on site.
Why repair rather than replace?
A basin cracked through and leaking needs replacing. For chips and surface damage, repair is the better route. Our sink repair starts from £95. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why Crookgate Bank customers choose us
- A fixed quote before booking
- No need to remove anything
- We leave the room as we found it
- Same prices wherever you are
See our prices page.
Keeping it looking good
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
- Don’t rest hot hair tools on the basin
- Fittings shouldn’t be over-tightened
- Store toiletries on a shelf
Treat the basin gently for the first few days, then clean it with mild products. Keep heavy bottles and hot tools away from the rim.
A crack near the taps can spread, so it’s worth having it checked quickly. If water is getting through, isolate the basin until it’s seen to.
Honest limits
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Glaze crazing across the whole basin, where resurfacing is better
- A crack that leaks right through the basin
- A basin that moves on its brackets
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Vanity unit basins
- Enamelled basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
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What else we do in Crookgate Bank
Common problems we fix in Crookgate Bank
Fittings tightened too hard strain the basin, which can crack it around the holes.
You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:
- A chipped basin edge
- Fine cracks across the glaze
- Knocks from hair straighteners
- An antique basin with chips
What to look for in a quote
- Aftercare advice
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- What preparation is included
- When it can be used again
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Crookgate Bank. What changes the price is:
- The colour and finish to match
- The material and finish
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Send photos for a quote
You can generally get a fixed price without us visiting. To make it quick:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Any details about the material
- A picture taken from further back
There’s no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Common questions in Crookgate Bank
Are there extra charges for Crookgate Bank?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
Do you disconnect the taps?
Not at all. We protect the area around it and work in place.
How much does sink repair cost in Crookgate Bank?
Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course, and it generally saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and we’ll quote them together.
Can you repair an antique basin?
Yes. Where possible, we work around makers’ marks. Tell us about it when you send pictures.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to empty the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and get going once we have agreed what we’re doing. It normally takes a couple of hours for most chips, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- 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 tidy up and give you the curing time.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Getting a price
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
