Swansea · Wales
Sink & basin repair in Felindre, Swansea
Fixed-price sink repair in Felindre and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Repairs from £95
- Cracks starting at the waste
- An antique basin with chips
Can I fix it myself?
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
About our sink repair in Felindre
It’s not just the colour we match, it’s the gloss, since a matt patch on a glossy basin is obvious. We polish each repair to the basin’s shine. We regularly repair ceramic & vitreous china basins, antique & period basins and vanity unit basins, and the jobs we see most are chips on a built-in basin and fine cracks across the glaze.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Swansea.
- Area
- Felindre (SA5)
- County
- Swansea
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
When we would advise against a repair
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
- Plumbing leaks
- A basin cracked through and leaking
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we repair
- Enamelled basins
- Antique & period basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Vanity unit basins
What affects the price in Felindre
Prices start from £95. Prices are worked out job by job. What matters most is:
- The material
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How hard the colour is to match
- Whether we combine several jobs
Set against the cost of replacement, repairing usually costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
How to get a fixed quote
When you take your pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Any details about the material
- A photo taken from further back
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures using our quote form or call us. We will say immediately whether it can be repaired.
About Felindre
Felindre is about 4 miles north-east of Gorseinon, in Swansea. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Felindre is one of 153 places in Swansea we cover.
Our visits in SA5 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Felindre: Tyn-y-cwm (1 mile west), Llwyncelyn (2 miles east), Rhyd-y-gwin (2 miles east), Craig-cefn-parc (2 miles east) and Garnswllt (4 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Swansea (5 miles south), Castle (6 miles south), Morriston (3 miles south-east), Mount Pleasant (6 miles south), Gorseinon (4 miles south-west) and Dyfaty (6 miles south).
What’s near Felindre
In Felindre, that means homes near Shepherds Arms and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Pontarddulais station, roughly 3.1 miles west. Nearby you will also find Morriston Hospital (2.5 miles south-east) and Hughs Castle (3.1 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Pluck Lake and Cwm Clydach RSPB Reserve.
Your questions about sink repair in Felindre
Will the price change on the day?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Will you remove the sink?
Not at all. We protect the area around it and work in place.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
How much does sink repair cost in Felindre?
Prices start from £95. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You will get a fixed figure before booking.
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Is a crack in a basin repairable?
In many cases. Send us pictures and we’ll tell you.
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What happens on the day
On the day, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job typically takes a morning or an afternoon. We clean up when we’re done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- First the basin is cleaned and the damage checked.
- Next we fill the damage and shape it to the basin’s profile.
- We mix the colour to suit the glaze.
- We polish it into the surrounding surface.
- You can generally use the basin later that day or the next.
How to prepare
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
How to get a price
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.
Advice
Signs you need sink repair in Felindre
Basins are right where bottles and hair tools get dropped, so chips are common. Overtightened fittings can crack ceramic too.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- Cracks around the tap holes or waste
- A chipped vanity basin
- A crazed, tired basin
- Knocks from hair straighteners
Comparing quotes
- What prep work is covered
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- How the room is protected while they work
Repairing versus replacing in Felindre
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. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Felindre
- No need to remove anything
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
Read our prices page.
Looking after it afterwards
To keep it looking its best:
- Keep heavy bottles off the rim
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy bottles or appliances into the basin.
Chips near the waste or taps can let water in and stain. Repairing it early keeps the job small.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair them sympathetically and leave the character intact.
Composite and resin
Many vanity units have resin or composite basins. They repair well, with colour mixed on site.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
