Kent · England

Sink & basin repair in Durlock, Kent

Damaged basin in Durlock? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • An antique basin with chips
  • A chipped basin edge
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Sink repair in Durlock

About our sink repair in Durlock

Antique and period basins are worth repairing, and we repair around makers’ marks where we can. A like-for-like replacement can be hard to find. We are frequently asked to fix knocks from hair straighteners and a crazed, tired basin, on vanity unit basins, Belfast and butler sinks and antique & period basins.

Every repair is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Kent.

Ceramic basin repaired, before and after
Area
Durlock (CT3)
Area hub
Kent
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

The process

The work is clean and fairly quiet. Protection goes down first, then the work takes a few hours. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. We clean the basin and check the damage.
  2. Next we fill the damage and shape it to the basin’s profile.
  3. We colour-match the finish to the glaze.
  4. We polish it into the surrounding surface.
  5. Typically the basin is back in use the same day or the next.

Preparing for the visit

  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive

Get a quote

Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

Different materials, different repairs

Composite and resin

Cast mineral and resin basins are common in vanity units. Chips and scratches can be filled and matched, with colour mixed on site.

Vitreous china

Vitreous china is fired ceramic with a glassy glaze. Repairs are polished to match that glaze.

Looking after it afterwards

How the surface is treated afterwards matters. Here’s what we suggest:

  • Repair chips before they stain
  • Fittings shouldn’t be over-tightened
  • Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
  • Store toiletries on a shelf

A quick wipe after use helps, and steer clear of harsh chemicals.

Chips near the waste or taps can let water in. Early repair keeps it a small job.

When we’d advise against a repair

Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits too:

  • A crack that leaks right through the basin
  • Plumbing leaks
  • A basin that moves on its brackets

Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.

Surfaces we repair

  • Belfast and butler sinks
  • Antique & period basins
  • Vanity unit basins
  • Ceramic & vitreous china basins
  • Enamelled basins

DIY kit or professional repair?

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

Durlock questions

Will you remove the sink?

No. The repair is done in place, with the taps left connected.

Is there a guarantee?

Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work. The rest of the house is unaffected.

Can you quote from photos?

Normally, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed price without visiting.

Do I need to be at home?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Generally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

What affects the price in Durlock

Prices start from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:

  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • How easy the damage is to reach

It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.

Quotes from your pictures

We price nearly every job from photos. This is what we need:

  • Details of any past repairs
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • One picture of the entire basin
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Landlord and trade work in Durlock

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Kent and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.

We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we will handle the rest.

Should you replace it?

A new basin may mean new taps, a new waste and new tiling, and if it’s part of a suite, it may not match. Repairing it avoids those problems. Prices start from £95. Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Durlock. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Why book with us

  • A fixed quote before you book
  • Colour mixed on the day to match
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited

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Durlock and nearby

Durlock is about 7 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. We work in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 61 miles away.

We work across CT3 and the streets around it. Close by, we cover Guilton (1 mile north-east), Ash (1 mile east), Staple (1 mile south), Nash (1 mile north-west) and Barnsole (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).

What’s near Durlock

We visit homes around The Chequer Inn, Church of St Nicholas and Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School. Durlock’s nearest station is Sandwich station, roughly 3.5 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include White Mill (2.9 miles east). The countryside around Durlock includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.

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