Orkney Islands · Scotland
Sink Repair for Gorseness homes
Damaged basin in Gorseness? We put it right where it is, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Fine cracks across the glaze
- A chipped basin edge
Sink repair in Gorseness without replacing anything
Period basins are worth keeping, and we work around makers’ marks wherever possible. Replacing them with something similar can be difficult. Whether it’s a chipped basin edge and an original basin worth saving, we can help.
Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Gorseness (KW17)
- Region
- Orkney Islands
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Gorseness: your questions answered
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
Do you work in Gorseness?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Gorseness and the rest of the Orkney Islands. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Normally, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
Can a chip in a sink be fixed?
Yes. The chip is filled, matched and polished.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, we frequently do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
How do I book?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
When can you do it?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
What sink repair costs
Repairs from £95. We give every job a fixed quote from pictures. These are the things that affect it:
- What the surface is made of
- Access to the area
- How many items we do on one visit
- How many areas need work
A repair normally costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Quotes from your pictures
When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
The process
When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a morning or an afternoon. We clean up when we are done and let you know when you can use it again.
- First, we check the basin is firm and dry.
- The area is degreased and keyed.
- We build up the filler and sand it flush.
- We match the colour and the gloss.
- We tidy up and give you the curing time.
Preparing for the visit
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
How to get a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Advice
Signs you need sink repair in Gorseness
A basin sits at just the right height to be hit by everything, so chips are common. Overtightened fittings can crack ceramic too.
Clients usually contact us about:
- Chips on the rim or front edge
- Cracks starting at the waste
- A period basin that needs restoring
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
What your quote should include
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- When it can be used again
- Whether they match the colour on site
- Whether a trained technician does the job
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
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.
For landlords and businesses
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, pictures and access details and we’ll arrange it.
Also in Gorseness
Covering Gorseness
Gorseness is about 6 miles north of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. Anywhere in KW17, we come to you. Gorseness is one of 51 towns and villages in the Orkney Islands we cover.
Every address in KW17 is within our area. Neighbouring places we cover include Isbister (2 miles south-west), Tingwall (2 miles north-west), Norseman (2 miles south-west), Settiscarth (3 miles west) and Balfour (5 miles south-east). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so it’s best to call first.
What’s near Gorseness
We visit homes around North Hackland Church. Nearby you’ll also find Langskaill House (1.7 miles north-east). Not far away are Trumland RSPB reserve and Loch of Brockan.
How to care for the repair
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
- Keep heavy bottles off the rim
- Avoid abrasive pads
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
Treat the basin gently for the first few days, then stick to mild cleaners. Keep heavy bottles and hot hair tools off the rim.
Cracks by the tap holes can grow, so it’s worth having it checked quickly. If it’s leaking, turn off the water to the basin until it’s checked.
What we can’t put right
It helps to know what we cannot do:
- Widespread crazing
- Leaks from the fittings
- A basin cracked through and leaking
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials we repair
- Antique & period basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Enamelled basins
- Vanity unit basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
Repairing versus replacing in Gorseness
A basin is normally fixed into a unit or tiled around, so replacing one disturbs more than you’d expect. A repair avoids that. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why book with us
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- One price list for the entire UK
- No need to remove anything
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
Take a look at our pricing.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
