Midlothian · Scotland
Sink Repair in Dalkeith
Damaged basin in Dalkeith? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A period basin that needs restoring
- Knocks from hair straighteners
Aftercare tips
It’s all simple stuff, just a few sensible habits:
- Store toiletries on a shelf
- Get chips repaired early
- Fittings shouldn’t be over-tightened
- Use gentle cleaners
Keep hair straighteners and heavy bottles away from the basin edge, so it doesn’t get chipped again.
A chip near the waste or taps can let water into the body of the basin and stain. Repairing it early keeps the job small.
About our sink repair in Dalkeith
We repair bathroom basins, cloakroom basins, vanity units and period basins, whatever they’re made of. Taps and wastes stay connected. We regularly repair enamelled basins, Belfast and butler sinks and ceramic & vitreous china basins, and common reasons people contact us are cracks starting at the waste and chips on a built-in basin.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are covered after the visit.
- Where
- Dalkeith (EH22)
- Region
- Midlothian
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
When we’d advise against a repair
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair will not fix:
- A loose basin, until it’s refixed
- Leaks from the fittings
- Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Enamelled basins
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Vanity unit basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
Repair or replace: which is better?
A basin is normally fixed into a unit or tiled around, so changing one disturbs the surroundings. Repairing it keeps everything as it is. Prices start from £95. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Dalkeith
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- No extra charge for your area
- Fixed prices from your photos
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
See our prices page.
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What else we do in Dalkeith
How it works
There is not much you need to do on the day. Let us in and show us the room, and we will take it from there. Most visits take a morning or an afternoon, including clearing up.
- 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.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Getting a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the basin, include your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
Related advice
Common questions in Dalkeith
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Midlothian.
Do you cover the entire of Midlothian?
We cover the entire UK, including Dalkeith and the rest of Midlothian. Send your postcode with your photos and we will confirm dates.
Is there any odour?
There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the materials cure.
Will you remove the sink?
Not at all. The surrounding area is protected and we work in place.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before and we’ll plan for it.
Can you repair a cracked basin?
Often. Photos let us say whether it’s repairable.
Do you restore period basins?
Yes. We repair around makers’ marks where we can. Tell us about it when you send photos.
When to call us in Dalkeith
Dropped glass bottles and heavy toiletries are the usual cause of chips, along with damage during fitting.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Cracks around the tap holes or waste
- A period basin that needs restoring
- A chipped basin edge
- Chips from dropped toiletries
What to look for in a quote
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- How your room will be protected
- What happens if they find more damage
- What preparation is included
What your basin is made of matters
Vitreous china
Ceramic basins have a fired, glassy surface. Repairs are polished to match that glaze.
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair carefully around original features and leave the character intact.
About Dalkeith
Dalkeith is about 7 miles south-east of Edinburgh, in Midlothian. Anywhere in EH22, a technician comes to you. We work in all 33 towns and villages in Midlothian, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Edinburgh, about 7 miles away.
All of EH22 is within our area. Whether you live on High Street, Thornybank Square and Station Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Being close to the A7 and A768, Dalkeith is easy for our technicians to reach. Close by, we cover Newbattle (1 mile south-west), Easthouses (1 mile south-east), Newtongrange (2 miles south), Mayfield (2 miles south-east) and D'Arcy (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Penicuik (7 miles south-west), Loanhead (4 miles west), Gorebridge (3 miles south), Rosewell (4 miles south-west), Roslin (5 miles south-west) and Bilston (5 miles west). Dalkeith is among the bigger towns we cover in Midlothian.
Around Dalkeith
Around Dalkeith, we work in homes near Public Library, East Kirk and Dalkeith High School and the streets around them. The closest station to Dalkeith is Eskbank station, about 1.1 miles south-west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Dalkeith Palace (0.6 miles north) and Cousland Smiddy (2.8 miles east). The countryside around Dalkeith includes Duddingston Loch and The New Leaf Co-op.
Work for landlords and builders
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there’s no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit.
For anyone letting property in or around Dalkeith, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we will price them together.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
