Gloucestershire · England
Sink Repair in Hesters Way
Fixed-price sink repair in Hesters Way and the surrounding area, typically in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips around the rim
- Fine cracks across the glaze
Looking after it afterwards
It’s all simple stuff:
- Keep straighteners away from the basin
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Do not overtighten taps
- Use mild cleaners only
Keep hair straighteners and heavy bottles away from the basin edge, so it doesn’t get chipped again.
Chips near the waste or taps can let water in, which can stain the repair area. Early repair keeps it a small job.
About our sink repair in Hesters Way
We repair chips, cracks and crazing in ceramic basins and vanity units, matching the colour and gloss. Nothing is taken off the wall. Our repair technicians work on vanity unit basins, enamelled basins and antique & period basins, and common reasons people get in touch are a crack near the taps and damage from dropped bottles or hair tools.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will sort it.
- Location
- Hesters Way (GL51)
- Region
- Gloucestershire
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What we are called out for in Hesters Way
Fine crazing in the glaze is normally down to age, and strong chemicals speed it up.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- Fine cracks across the glaze
- Cracks starting at the waste
- Chips on a built-in basin
- Chips from dropped toiletries
What to look for in a quote
- Aftercare advice
- Who turns up on the day
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
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Materials and what they mean for the repair
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair them sympathetically.
Composite and resin
Many vanity units have resin or composite basins. Chips and scratches can be filled and matched, with colour mixed on site.
The process
Once we’re through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes a few hours, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- We check the basin is secure and not leaking.
- The area is degreased and keyed.
- We build up the filler and sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched.
- We tidy up and give you the curing time.
Preparing for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Get a quote
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the basin, include your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.
Related advice
DIY kit or professional repair?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
What we cannot put right
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair won’t do:
- Widespread crazing
- A crack that leaks right through the basin
- A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before you book.
Materials we work on in Hesters Way
- Enamelled basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Vanity unit basins
- Antique & period basins
FAQs for Hesters Way
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Do you disconnect the taps?
No, it stays where it is. The surrounding area is protected and we work in place.
Do you work in Hesters Way?
Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Hesters Way from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it is not worth repairing, we will tell you.
How soon can you come?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Will it make a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Usually, yes. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send photos.
What affects the price in Hesters Way
Repairs from £95. You’ll know the full cost before booking. We look at:
- How much damage there is
- Whether we combine several jobs
- What kind of damage it is
- The material and finish
We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Send pictures for a quote
Two or three clear photos are generally enough. It helps if you send:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Where you are, by postcode
- Natural light rather than flash
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
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, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.
Repairing versus replacing in Hesters Way
Swapping a basin frequently brings new taps, a new waste and tiling work, 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. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You will see the full price before you book.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Hesters Way
- One visit for most repairs
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- One price list for the entire UK
- Rooms protected and left tidy
Read our full price list.
Hesters Way and the surrounding area
Hesters Way is about 2 miles north-west of Cheltenham, in Gloucestershire. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. We cover all 470 towns and villages in Gloucestershire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 40 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: GL51. Jobs here include addresses on Beale Road, Dowty Road and Welch Road. Being close to the A4013, Hesters Way is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Hesters Way: Arle (1 mile south-east), St Mark’s (1 mile south-east), Rowanfield (1 mile south-east), Hayden (1 mile west) and Uckington (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Gloucester (6 miles south-west), Stroud (12 miles south-west), Tewkesbury (6 miles north), Cirencester (15 miles south-east), Bishop's Cleeve (4 miles north-east) and Brockworth (5 miles south-west).
Near you in Hesters Way
We visit homes around Pate's Grammar School, Springbank Primary Academy and The Umbrella pub and the streets around them. Also close by are Gloucestershire College (0.5 miles south), St Thomas More Church (within half a mile east) and The Park (1.9 miles south-east). For rail, the closest station is Cheltenham Spa station, about 1.1 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Emmas Grove (4.7 miles south) and Cheltenham General Hospital (2.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Chosen Hill.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
