Gateshead · England
Sink & basin repair in Highfield, Gateshead
Damaged basin in Highfield? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Cracks starting at the waste
- Chips on the rim or front edge
Sink repair in Highfield, done in place
Chipped, cracked and crazed basins and vanity units can be repaired, with the colour and shine matched to the basin. The basin stays on the wall. Whether it’s an antique basin with chips and knocks from hair straighteners, we can typically put it right, whatever the material.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.
- Location
- Highfield (NE39)
- Region
- Gateshead
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Highfield
Repairs from £95. Prices are worked out job by job, from your pictures. The main factors are:
- Doing more than one item at once
- What the surface is made of
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
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.
Getting a price from pictures
You can usually get a fixed quote without us visiting. To make it quick:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- One picture of the whole basin
We price from photos so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.
Looking after it afterwards
Looking after the surface is easy:
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
- Have new chips repaired quickly
- Avoid abrasive pads
- Keep straighteners away from the basin
A quick wipe after use helps, and avoid strong bleach or descalers.
Chips collect dirt and stain over time, so the sooner it’s repaired, the better.
Landlord and trade work in Highfield
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Hospitality businesses cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Repair or replace in Highfield?
A new basin can mean a plumber, new taps or wastes and making good the tiling. Repairing it keeps the basin you have. Prices start from £95. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Why Highfield customers choose us
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Same prices wherever you are
- One visit for most repairs
Read our prices page.
When a repair is not the answer
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair will not fix:
- Plumbing leaks
- A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
- A basin cracked through and leaking
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Highfield
- Enamelled basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Vanity unit basins
- Antique & period basins
Should I try a DIY kit first?
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.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
Where we work around Highfield
Highfield is about 3 miles south-west of Blaydon, in Gateshead. Anywhere in NE39, we carry out the work at your property. We cover all 49 towns and villages in Gateshead, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Highfield to Newcastle upon Tyne (7 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: NE39. From Smailes Lane, The Green and Cowell Grove or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Victoria Garesfield (1 mile south-west), Rowlands Gill (1 mile east), Hooker Gate (1 mile north-west), Lintzford (1 mile south) and High Spen (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Gateshead (7 miles east), Blaydon (3 miles north-east), Dunston (5 miles north-east), Whickham (3 miles north-east), Ryton (3 miles north) and Winlaton (3 miles north-east).
Around Highfield
We visit homes around St Patricks Church High Spen, Hookergate School and Highfield Community Primary School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Blaydon station, roughly 3.6 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Dunston Hill Hospital (4.5 miles east) and Prudhoe Castle (4.9 miles north-west). Not far away are Currock Hill and Addison and Hedgefield Woods.
Common problems we fix in Highfield
A basin sits at just the right height to be hit by everything, from glass bottles to hairdryers. Overtightened fittings can crack ceramic too.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed any of these:
- Chips around the rim
- Crazing in the glaze
- Chips on a built-in basin
- Cracks starting at the waste
Before you book anyone
- How the room is protected while they work
- What preparation is included
- Who will actually do the work
- When it can be used again
How the visit works
Once we’re through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes a couple of hours for most chips, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
How to get a price
Upload pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Highfield, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
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Highfield questions
Can you repair a chipped basin?
Yes, very frequently. We shape and polish it to match the glaze.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Will you remove the sink?
Not at all. The surrounding area is protected and we work in place.
Do you come to Highfield?
Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Highfield from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Are you accredited?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit generally costs less than separate visits. Include pictures of each item.
Can you keep the maker’s mark?
Yes, carefully. We repair them without hiding their character.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
