Carmarthenshire · Wales
Sink Repair for Cross Hands homes
Problem with your basin in Cross Hands? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
- Chips on a built-in basin
Sink repair in Cross Hands without replacing anything
Period basins are worth keeping, and we repair around makers’ marks where we can. A like-for-like replacement can be hard to find. We work on vanity unit basins, antique & period basins and enamelled basins, and people most frequently call us about fine cracks across the glaze and an original basin worth saving.
Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Cross Hands (SA14)
- Area hub
- Carmarthenshire
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Honest limits
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:
- Widespread crazing
- Through cracks that let water out
- A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we repair
- Antique & period basins
- Enamelled basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Vanity unit basins
How the visit works
From the moment we arrive, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the work takes a morning or an afternoon, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We check the basin is secure and not leaking.
- The area is degreased and keyed.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Ask for a price
To get a price, send two or three pictures through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
Questions from Cross Hands
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
You will get a fixed quote back, plus dates. There is no obligation to book.
Can a cracked sink be fixed?
Surface cracks can normally be repaired. If it leaks through, replacement is normally better.
How do I get a price for sink repair in Cross Hands?
Prices start from £95. Every job gets a fixed price based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your SA14 postcode.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Most of the time. Let us know what was used before and we’ll plan for it.
How soon can you come?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Is there a call-out fee?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
How to care for the repair
Aftercare is simple:
- Avoid strong bleach and descalers
- Repair chips before they stain
- Store toiletries on a shelf
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
A quick wipe after use helps, and avoid strong bleach or descalers.
Cracks by the tap holes can grow, so it’s worth having it checked quickly. If it’s leaking, turn off the water to the basin until it’s checked.
When to call us in Cross Hands
A basin sits at just the right height to be hit by everything. Overtightened fittings can crack ceramic too.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
- Cracks starting at the waste
- Chips around the rim
- An original basin worth saving
Comparing quotes
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- How the room is protected while they work
- When it can be used again
- How the colour is matched
What sink repair costs
Repairs from £95. You won’t pay by the hour. The price is based on:
- How hard the colour is to match
- Access to the area
- The material and finish
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
Compared with replacing, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
How to get a fixed quote
You can normally get a fixed price without us visiting. To help us price it:
- A wider photo showing the entire basin
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Details of any past repairs
- What it’s made of, if you know
If you’re in Cross Hands and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
For landlords and businesses
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Cross Hands as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
Hospitality businesses cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
Cross Hands and the surrounding area
Cross Hands is about 8 miles north of Llanelli, in Carmarthenshire. Our repair technicians come to homes and businesses in Cross Hands and the surrounding area, so there’s no workshop to go to. Our technicians cover all 195 towns and villages across Carmarthenshire.
We work across the SA14 postcode area. We regularly work on streets such as Pontardulais Road, Woodlands Terrace and Tirwaun and the roads around them. You will find Cross Hands on the A476, which makes it straightforward to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Cwm-y-glo (1 mile north-west), Gors-goch (1 mile east), Morfa (1 mile east), Cwmgwili (1 mile south-east) and Capel Hendre (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Llanelli (8 miles south), Carmarthen (10 miles north-west), Llanelli Rural (9 miles south-west), Bigyn (8 miles south), Wern (9 miles south) and Ammanford (4 miles east).
Near you in Cross Hands
Our clients here include homes close to Ysgol Gynradd Gorslas, The Crosshands Hotel and Ysgol y Gwendraeth, among other places. The nearest railway station is Ammanford station, roughly 3.8 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Mynydd Mawr Hospital (1.8 miles south-west) and Castell y Rhingyll (1.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Cross Hands includes Pen y Tymbl and Llyn Llech Owain.
Repair or replace: which is better?
If the basin is cracked right through and leaking, replacement is generally the answer. For chips, surface cracks and crazing, a repair is usually best. Prices start from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Cross Hands
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Most jobs done in one visit
Read our prices page.
What else we do in Cross Hands
Can I fix it myself?
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
