Scottish Borders · Scotland
Sink & basin repair in Earlston, Scottish Borders
Sink repair for Earlston, without a refit. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips from dropped toiletries
- A chipped basin edge
About our sink repair in Earlston
A chipped basin is one of the most noticeable bits of damage in a bathroom. We fill, shape and polish the damage to blend with the surrounding glaze. We regularly repair vanity unit basins, enamelled basins and antique & period basins, and people most often call us about a period basin that needs restoring and damage from dropped bottles or hair tools.
You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Earlston as everywhere else we work.
- Area
- Earlston (TD4)
- Area hub
- Scottish Borders
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and clear up. Plan for a few hours. Before we go, we’ll explain how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- We start by cleaning the basin and assessing the damage.
- We fill the chip or crack and shape it to the original profile.
- We colour-match the finish to the glaze.
- We polish the repair to blend it in.
- You can normally use the basin later that day or the next.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Get a quote
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.
Related advice
Can I fix it myself?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
What we are called out for in Earlston
A basin sits at just the right height to be hit by everything, so chips are common. Overtightened fittings can crack ceramic too.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- A chipped basin edge
- A chipped vanity basin
- A crazed, tired basin
- A period basin that needs restoring
What to look for in a quote
- How the room is protected while they work
- What aftercare is recommended
- How soon you can use it again
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
Landlords, agents and businesses in Earlston
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
For anyone letting property in or around Earlston, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send photos for each address and we will price them together.
Nearby places to Earlston
What else we do in Earlston
What we cannot put right
It helps to know what we cannot do:
- Widespread crazing
- Plumbing leaks
- Through cracks that let water out
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Surfaces we repair
- Vanity unit basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Enamelled basins
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
Earlston questions
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
Do you charge for travel?
We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
What happens after I send pictures?
We review the photos and send a fixed quote and the next dates we have.
Will the price change on the day?
Your quote covers the damage in the photos. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Can a cracked sink be fixed?
In many cases. Photos let us say whether it’s repairable.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a basin can mean a plumber, new taps or wastes and making good the tiling. Repairing it keeps the basin you have. Our sink repair starts from £95. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why Earlston customers choose us
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- No extra charge for your area
- Everything repaired in place
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
See our full price list.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. You’ll know the full cost before you book. We take into account:
- What kind of damage it is
- What the surface is made of
- How many items we do on one visit
- Unusual colours or finishes
Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Send pictures for a quote
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:
- One picture of the whole basin
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Where you are, by postcode
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed quote.
Covering Earlston
Earlston is about 5 miles east of Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. We cover 89 places across the Scottish Borders, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Earlston to Edinburgh (about 29 miles away).
All of TD4 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on High Street, Station Road and Westfield Place or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. We also travel to Newstead (3 miles south), Gattonside (3 miles south-west), Melrose (3 miles south-west), Nether Blainslie (4 miles north-west) and Darnick (4 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Galashiels (5 miles west), Hawick (15 miles south), Kelso (10 miles east), Selkirk (9 miles south-west), Jedburgh (12 miles south-east) and Wilton (15 miles south).
Local landmarks in Earlston
Typical jobs here are in homes near Earlston Parish Church and Earlston High School. For rail, the closest station is Tweedbank station, roughly 3.9 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Dingleton Hospital (3.9 miles south-west) and Mellerstain House (4.5 miles east). For a walk, there is Bemersyde Moss and Brotherstone Hill.
Looking after it afterwards
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Fittings shouldn’t be over-tightened
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
- Repair chips before they stain
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and take care with heavy bottles and hair tools.
A chip near the waste or taps can let water into the body of the basin, which can stain the repair area. Repairing it early keeps the job small.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
