Midlothian · Scotland
Sink Repair in Easthouses
Sink repair across Easthouses and nearby, usually in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
Sink repair in Easthouses without replacing anything
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’re often asked to fix chips on a built-in basin and cracks starting at the waste, in vanity unit basins, antique & period basins and Belfast and butler sinks.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re covered after the visit.
- Location
- Easthouses (EH22)
- Area hub
- Midlothian
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Different materials, different repairs
Vitreous china
Most basins are vitreous china with a hard, glossy glaze. The gloss is what makes a repair blend in, so we finish the repair to the same sheen.
Composite and resin
Cast mineral and resin basins are common in vanity units. Chips and scratches can be filled and matched, and the colour is mixed to suit.
Do you need sink repair in Easthouses?
Overtightened taps and wastes put stress on the ceramic, and cracks can start at the tap holes.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- An original basin worth saving
- A chipped vanity basin
- Chips on the rim or front edge
- Cracks starting at the waste
What your quote should include
- How to look after the finish
- Who turns up on the day
- What prep work is covered
- When it can be used again
Repair or replace in Easthouses?
Replacing a basin can mean a plumber, new taps or wastes and making good the tiling. A repair keeps the basin you have. Our sink repair starts from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Easthouses
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- No extra charge for your area
Take a look at our prices page.
Honest limits
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
- A crack that leaks right through the basin
- A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we work on in Easthouses
- Enamelled basins
- Vanity unit basins
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
Can I fix it myself?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
What happens on the day
We begin by going over the job with you, so you know exactly what we are doing. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. It normally takes a morning or an afternoon.
- The vanity, floor and taps are protected.
- The damage is cleaned and prepared.
- We fill it and shape it to the basin’s curve.
- We match the colour by hand.
- We polish it to match the shine and leave it to cure.
Before we arrive
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Getting a price
Send us a photo of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Easthouses, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
Advice
Easthouses questions
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.
Do you need to take the basin off the wall?
Not at all. The surrounding area is protected and we work in place.
Do I have to be there?
We need someone to let us in. You don’t need to watch us work.
Is there a call-out fee?
We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
Is a crack in a basin repairable?
Surface cracks can typically be repaired. If it leaks through, replacement is normally better.
How do I book?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Can a chip in a sink be fixed?
Yes, it’s one of our most common jobs. The repair is shaped and polished to blend in.
Is there a guarantee?
All our work carries our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
How to care for the repair
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Repair chips before they stain
- Use a heat mat for hair tools
- Avoid strong bleach and descalers
A quick wipe after use helps, and avoid strong bleach or descalers.
An unrepaired chip soon stains, so the sooner it’s repaired, the better.
What else we do in Easthouses
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:
- How much damage there is
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The colour and finish to match
- The material
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Send pictures for a quote
Before you send pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- What it’s made of, if you know
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole basin, we can price the job.
Easthouses and nearby
Easthouses is about 1 mile south-east of Dalkeith, in Midlothian. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Our technicians cover 33 places across Midlothian, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 8 miles away.
Our visits in EH22 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes on Mayfield Road, Park Crescent and Easthouses Road. If you are just outside Easthouses, we cover Mayfield (1 mile south-east), Newtongrange (1 mile south-west), Dalkeith (1 mile north-west), D'Arcy (1 mile south-east) and Newbattle (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Penicuik (7 miles south-west), Loanhead (4 miles west), Shawfair (3 miles north-west), Danderhall (3 miles north-west), Rosewell (4 miles south-west) and Roslin (5 miles west).
Landmarks near Easthouses
Our clients here include homes close to Dalkeith and Newbattle Community High School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Newtongrange station, about 1.3 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Midlothian Community Hospital (1.6 miles west) and Cousland Smiddy (2.7 miles north-east).
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
