Cumbria · England
Sink Repair in Hensingham
We travel to Hensingham for chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A period basin that needs restoring
- A chipped basin edge
Sink repair in Hensingham without replacing anything
When a basin is worn or crazed all over, we can resurface it in place, giving it an even new finish. We regularly repair ceramic & vitreous china basins, antique & period basins and vanity unit basins, and common reasons people get in touch are knocks from hair straighteners and an antique basin with chips.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Area
- Hensingham (CA28)
- Region
- Cumbria
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. 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.
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Composite and resin
Many vanity units have resin or composite basins. They repair well, with colour mixed on site.
Vitreous china
Ceramic basins have a hard, glassy glaze. The gloss is what makes a repair blend in, so we finish the repair to the same sheen.
What affects the price in Hensingham
Prices start from £95. We give every job a fixed price from pictures. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Access to the area
- What the surface is made of
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
We charge the same wherever you are, so there’s no premium for Hensingham. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Getting a price from pictures
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Try to send:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Any details about the material
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire basin, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
Why repair rather than replace?
A basin cracked through and leaking needs replacing. For chips and surface damage, repair is the better route. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
Why Hensingham clients choose us
- A fixed quote before you book
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- We leave the room as we found it
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
See our full price list.
Questions from Hensingham
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, we frequently do. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
Will you leave a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Is a chipped basin repairable?
Yes, it’s one of our most common jobs. The repair is shaped and polished to blend in.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Do you come to Hensingham?
Yes, we do. We send a technician to Hensingham for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Is there any odour?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It fades as everything cures.
Can tenants book a repair?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Common problems we fix in Hensingham
Overtightened taps and wastes put stress on the ceramic, and cracks can start at the tap holes.
Look out for these signs:
- A chipped basin edge
- A crack near the taps
- A chipped vanity basin
- A period basin that needs restoring
Questions to ask before booking
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Who turns up on the day
- How the room is protected while they work
- How long it needs to cure
What a repair cannot fix
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- A loose basin, until it’s refixed
- Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
- Plumbing leaks
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Vanity unit basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Enamelled basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Antique & period basins
What else we do in Hensingham
About Hensingham
Hensingham is about 1 mile south-east of Whitehaven, in Cumbria. Wherever you are in the CA28 postcode area, a technician comes to you. Hensingham is one of 438 places in Cumbria we cover.
All of CA28 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on Devon Road, Herdus Road and Pillar Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. If you are just outside Hensingham, we cover Whitehaven (1 mile north-west), Galemire (1 mile south-east), Keekle (1 mile east), Kells (1 mile west) and Bransty (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Workington (7 miles north), Maryport (13 miles north), Cockermouth (12 miles north-east), Moorclose (7 miles north), Egremont (4 miles south) and Seaton (9 miles north).
Near you in Hensingham
Around Hensingham, we work in homes near Hensingham Community Primary School, The Distressed Sailor pub and The Whitehaven Academy. The nearest railway station is Corkickle station, about 0.8 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include The Rum Story (1.4 miles north-west) and West Cumberland Hospital (under half a mile south-east). For a walk, there’s Clints Quarry.
How the visit works
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will take it from there. Most visits take a couple of hours for most chips, including clearing up.
- We protect the area around the basin.
- The damage is cleaned and prepared.
- It’s filled and shaped to the basin.
- We match the colour by hand.
- We polish it to match the shine and leave it to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
Ask for a price
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire basin, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
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Looking after it afterwards
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Do not stand heavy bottles on the edge
- Keep straighteners away from the basin
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Don’t overtighten taps
Treat the basin gently for the first few days, then stick to mild cleaners. Keep heavy bottles and hot hair tools off the rim.
Chips near the waste or taps can let water in and stain. Early repair keeps it a small job.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
