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Sink & basin repair in Earlsdon, Coventry

Chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins for homes and businesses in Earlsdon and across Coventry. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Fine cracks across the glaze
  • An antique basin with chips
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted sink repair in Earlsdon

How we handle sink repair in Earlsdon

From hairline cracks by the taps to chips on the rim, basin damage is typically repaired in place. Nothing is unplumbed or taken off the wall. We work on antique & period basins, Belfast and butler sinks and ceramic & vitreous china basins, and common reasons people get in touch are damage from dropped bottles or hair tools and a period basin that needs restoring.

A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.

Location
Earlsdon (CV5, CV1, CV3)
County
Coventry
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Ceramic basin shown before and after repair

FAQs for Earlsdon

Which areas do you work in?

We cover the entire UK, including Earlsdon and the rest of Coventry. Send your postcode with your photos and we’ll offer you dates.

Can you repair a cracked basin?

Surface cracks can generally be repaired. A crack that leaks right through usually means a new basin.

What information do you need?

Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787.

Do you hold any accreditations?

We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.

Will you remove the sink?

Not at all. We protect the area around it and work in place.

How soon can you come?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.

Do the materials smell?

A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.

Can pets and children be at home?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair isn’t disturbed while it cures.

Why repair rather than replace?

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. A repair avoids all of that. Our sink repair starts from £95. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You will see the full price before booking.

Why Earlsdon clients choose us

  • One visit for most repairs
  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • One price list for the entire UK

Read our pricing.

The process

You do not need to empty the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and start once you’re happy with the plan. Most jobs take a couple of hours for most chips, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.

  1. First the basin is cleaned and the damage checked.
  2. We fill the chip or crack and shape it to the original profile.
  3. The finish is matched to the glaze.
  4. We polish the repair to blend it in.
  5. You can usually use the basin later that day or the next.

Preparing for the visit

  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Ensure the room can be ventilated

Get a quote

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole basin, we can price the job without visiting.

Get a free quote

Related advice

Our work in Earlsdon

Earlsdon is about 1 mile south-west of Coventry, in Coventry. Our technicians come to homes and businesses in Earlsdon, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. We work in 88 places in Coventry, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 16 miles away.

Jobs in CV5, CV1 and CV3 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. From Bates Road, Innis Road and Aston Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Chapelfields (1 mile north-west), Spon End (1 mile east), Whoberley (1 mile north-west), Fletchamstead (1 mile west) and Radford (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ernesford Grange (3 miles east), Foleshill (4 miles north-east), Wood End (4 miles north-east), Bell Green (3 miles north-east), Binley (3 miles east) and Alderman's Green (3 miles north-east).

Local landmarks in Earlsdon

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Barr's Hill School and Community College, St. Mary Magdalen and Hearsall Common, among other places. Nearby too are King Henry VIII Preparatory School (less than half a mile south-east), Ruined Cathedral Church of St Michael (1.1 miles north-east), The City Arms (less than half a mile south-west) and Earlsdon Primary School (less than half a mile north). The closest station to Earlsdon is Coventry station, about 0.7 miles east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Coventry Watch Museum (0.8 miles north-east) and Arena Park Shopping Centre (3.4 miles north-east). The countryside around Earlsdon includes Brandon Marsh and Oxpen Meadow Lake.

Map of Earlsdon © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we are called out for in Earlsdon

Bathroom basins get knocked all the time: bottles, hair straighteners and razors chip the rim and front edge. Cracks tend to start near the tap holes and waste.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • Chips from dropped toiletries
  • Chips on the rim or front edge
  • Crazing in the glaze
  • An original basin worth saving

What your quote should include

  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
  • How the room is protected while they work

Our hiring checklist

What sink repair costs

Repairs from £95. We do not charge extra for travel to Earlsdon. The price depends on:

  • The colour and finish to match
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • The material and finish
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it

We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

How to get a fixed quote

It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Please include:

  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare

No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Earlsdon

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Earlsdon use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.

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

What your basin is made of matters

Period and antique

Period basins often have marks and character worth keeping. We repair them sympathetically and leave the character intact.

Vitreous china

Most basins are vitreous china with a hard, glossy glaze. The gloss is what makes a repair blend in, so we polish the repair to suit.

Looking after it afterwards

Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:

  • Don’t rest hot hair tools on the basin
  • Don’t stand heavy bottles on the edge
  • Repair chips before they stain
  • Steer clear of harsh chemicals

Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and take care with heavy bottles and hair tools.

Chips collect dirt and stain over time, so repairing them early keeps the job simple.

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