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Sink & basin repair in Headley, Surrey

Chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins for householders, landlords and businesses in Headley. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips on the rim or front edge
  • Chips from dropped toiletries
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Sink repair for Headley homes

Sink repair in Headley without replacing anything

Whether it’s a chipped rim or a crack by the tap holes, basin damage is typically repaired in place. Nothing is unplumbed or taken off the wall. Typical jobs include a crack near the taps and chips around the rim, across enamelled basins, Belfast and butler sinks and antique & period basins.

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

Location
Headley (KT18)
Region
Surrey
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Crack in a basin rim, shown before and after repair

Prices and what affects them

Repairs from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:

  • The material and finish
  • How many areas need work
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off

We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Headley. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

Getting a price from pictures

When you take your photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • Details of any past repairs
  • Any details about the material

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole basin, include your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed price, not an estimate.

When we would advise against a repair

It helps to know what we can’t do:

  • A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
  • A crack that leaks right through the basin
  • Plumbing leaks

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.

Materials we repair

  • Ceramic & vitreous china basins
  • Vanity unit basins
  • Antique & period basins
  • Enamelled basins
  • Belfast and butler sinks

For landlords and businesses

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit.

What happens on the day

Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so you know exactly what we’re doing. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. Allow a morning or an afternoon.

  1. We start by cleaning the basin and assessing the damage.
  2. The chip or crack is filled and shaped to match the basin.
  3. The finish is matched to the glaze.
  4. We polish it into the surrounding surface.
  5. The basin can normally be used later that day or the following day.

Before we arrive

  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift

Getting a price

No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.

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Different materials, different repairs

Vitreous china

Most basins are vitreous china with a hard, glossy glaze. Matching that shine is the key to a good repair, so we polish the repair to suit.

Period and antique

Period basins frequently have marks and character worth keeping. We repair them sympathetically.

Headley: your questions answered

Is a crack in a basin repairable?

In many cases. Send us pictures and we will tell you.

Is the work guaranteed?

All our work carries our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work. The rest of the house is unaffected.

Do you hold any accreditations?

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

Will you leave a mess?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.

How soon can you come?

Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

In nearly every case. If photos don’t show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Normally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.

Repair or replace: which is better?

Replacing a basin can mean a plumber, new taps or wastes and making good the tiling. A repair leaves everything in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.

What you get with us

  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • One price list for the whole UK
  • Work done at your home or business
  • A fixed quote before booking

See our full price list.

Signs you need sink repair in Headley

Glaze crazing comes with age and temperature changes, and harsh cleaners can make it worse.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • An antique basin with chips
  • Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
  • Cracks around the tap holes or waste
  • Knocks from hair straighteners

Before booking anyone

  • How changes to the job are handled
  • Who turns up on the day
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • Whether they match the colour on site

10 questions to ask before you book

About Headley

Headley is about 2 miles south-east of Ashtead, in Surrey. Our technicians come to clients in Headley and the surrounding area, so nothing has to leave your home. Headley is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 17 miles away.

Our technicians cover all of KT18 and the streets around it. Whether you live on Tilley Lane, Cunliffe Close and Lee Green or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. We also cover the places around Headley: Walton on the Hill (2 miles east), Tadworth (2 miles north-east), Box Hill (2 miles south), Lower Kingswood (3 miles east) and Kingswood (3 miles east). Further out, we also cover Guildford (13 miles west), Woking (13 miles west), Epsom (4 miles north), Horley (9 miles south-east), Redhill (6 miles south-east) and Ewell (5 miles north).

What’s near Headley

In Headley, that means homes near St Andrew's Catholic School, Church of St Mary the Virgin and Nower Wood and the streets around them. The closest station to Headley is Tadworth station, about 1.9 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Headley Court (0.5 miles north) and The Ashley Centre (3.3 miles north). Open spaces near Headley include Box Hill and Reigate Heath.

Map of Headley © OpenStreetMap contributors

How to look after the repair

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Fittings shouldn’t be over-tightened
  • Repair chips before they stain
  • Keep heavy bottles off the rim
  • Steer clear of harsh chemicals

Treat the basin gently for the first few days, then clean it with mild products. Keep heavy bottles and hot hair tools off the rim.

A chip near the waste or taps can let water into the body of the basin, which can stain the repair area. Early repair keeps it a small job.

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