Hampshire · England
Sink & basin repair in Highwood, Hampshire
Problem with your basin in Highwood? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped basin edge
- An original basin worth saving
Sink repair in Highwood without replacing anything
Antique and period basins are worth repairing, and we work around makers’ marks wherever possible. Replacing them with something similar can be difficult. We regularly repair enamelled basins, ceramic & vitreous china basins and vanity unit basins, and common reasons people get in touch are an original basin worth saving and chips around the rim.
We guarantee the work for a year. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Area
- Highwood (BH24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Common problems we fix in Highwood
Glaze crazing comes with age and temperature changes, and harsh cleaners can make it worse.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Chips on the rim or front edge
- An original basin worth saving
- Fine cracks across the glaze
- A chipped vanity basin
Before booking anyone
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- What protection goes down before work starts
- What preparation is included
- What aftercare is recommended
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Materials and what they mean for the repair
Period and antique
Period basins often have marks and character worth keeping. We repair carefully around original features and leave the character intact.
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.
The process
There is not much you need to do on the day. 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.
- First, we check the basin is firm and dry.
- We degrease and key the damage.
- We build up the filler and sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched.
- We clear away and tell you when it can be used.
Before we arrive
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Open a window if you can
- Ensure the area is dry
How to get a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire basin, we can give you a fixed quote the same day in most cases.
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Repair or replace: which is better?
A basin cracked through and leaking needs replacing. For chips, surface cracks and crazing, a repair is typically best. Prices start from £95. Compared with replacing, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Highwood
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Work done at your home or business
Read our pricing.
How to look after the repair
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Fittings shouldn’t be over-tightened
- Keep straighteners away from the basin
- Have new chips repaired quickly
- Use gentle cleaners
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy bottles or appliances into the basin.
Chips near the waste or taps can let water in, which can stain the repair area. Repairing it early keeps the job small.
Your questions about sink repair in Highwood
Do you hold any accreditations?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Do you disconnect the taps?
No. We repair it where it is, without disconnecting anything.
Do you charge for travel?
There’s no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.
What do you need from me?
Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Can you quote from photos?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day.
Can a chip in a sink be fixed?
Yes, it’s one of our most common jobs. We shape and polish it to match the glaze.
Highwood and nearby
Highwood is about 2 miles north-east of Ringwood, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in the BH24 postcode area, we carry out the work at your property. Highwood is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we work.
Postcode districts we cover here: BH24. Other places close to Highwood include Hangersley (1 mile south), Rockford (1 mile north-west), Shobley (1 mile south-east), Forest Corner (1 mile south-east) and Blashford (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Totton (12 miles east), Lymington (12 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles north-east), New Milton (9 miles south-east), Barton on Sea (10 miles south-east) and Dibden Purlieu (15 miles east).
Landmarks near Highwood
In Highwood, that means homes near Poulner Infant School, St John the Baptist and Alice Lisle Inn. Further afield, we also cover the area around St Leonard's Hospital (5.5 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
Work for landlords and builders
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
What a repair cannot fix
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- Through cracks that let water out
- Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
- A basin that moves on its brackets
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Vanity unit basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Enamelled basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Antique & period basins
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
