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Sink & basin repair in Hillhead, Cornwall

Fixed-price sink repair in Hillhead and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips from dropped toiletries
  • A crack near the taps
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Book sink repair in Hillhead

Sink repair in Hillhead, done in place

Chipped, cracked and crazed basins and vanity units can be repaired, matching the colour and gloss. The basin stays on the wall. Whether it’s chips on a built-in basin and chips from dropped toiletries, we can usually put it right.

Every job is backed for twelve months. We return to put right any problem with the work.

Cracked basin edge repaired and blended in (before and after)
Where
Hillhead (PL22)
County
Cornwall
Cover
One year on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

DIY kit or professional repair?

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

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.

About Hillhead

Hillhead is about 4 miles south-east of Bodmin, in Cornwall. Whether you’re in the middle of Hillhead or on the outskirts, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Hillhead is one of 644 places in Cornwall we cover.

We work across PL22. Close by, we cover Lostwithiel (1 mile south-east), Turfdown (3 miles north), Porcupine (3 miles south), Lerryn (3 miles south-east) and Luxulyan (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover St Austell (7 miles south-west), Bodmin (4 miles north-west), Liskeard (10 miles east), Sandy Bottom (6 miles south-west), Addington (10 miles east) and Bethel (6 miles south-west).

Near you in Hillhead

Around Hillhead, we work in homes near Lostwithiel School and Lostwithiel United Free Methodist Church, among other places. The nearest railway station is Lostwithiel station, about 0.8 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Restormel Castle (0.6 miles north-east) and Lostwithiel Museum (0.7 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Red Moor nature reserve and Helman Tor.

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Repair or replace: which is better?

A new basin can mean a plumber, new taps and a new waste and repairs to the tiles or vanity unit. A repair leaves everything in place. Prices start from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing typically costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.

Why book with us

  • Everything repaired in place
  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do

Take a look at our pricing.

How the visit works

We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you’re not left guessing. Once we are there, the work takes a morning or an afternoon in most cases. We leave the room clean and ready to use once it has cured.

  1. First, we check the basin is firm and dry.
  2. We degrease and key the damage.
  3. We build up the filler and sand it flush.
  4. We match the colour and the gloss.
  5. We clear away and tell you when it can be used.

Before we arrive

  • Ensure the area is dry
  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access

Ask for a price

A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the entire basin, include your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.

Get a free quote

Related advice

Work for landlords and builders

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Hillhead use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.

For anyone letting property in or around Hillhead, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we’ll price them together.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Composite and resin

Cast mineral and resin basins are common in vanity units. Chips and scratches can be filled and matched, and the colour is mixed to suit.

Vitreous china

Ceramic basins have a fired, glassy surface. Repairs are polished to match that glaze.

How to look after the repair

Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:

  • Steer clear of harsh chemicals
  • Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
  • Have new chips repaired quickly
  • Keep straighteners away from the basin

Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and take care with heavy bottles and hair tools.

An unrepaired chip soon stains, so the sooner it’s repaired, the better.

What we cannot put right

In fairness, there are a few things a repair will not fix:

  • Plumbing leaks
  • A basin cracked through and leaking
  • Widespread crazing

Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.

What we work on

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

How we price sink repair

Prices start from £95. We don’t charge extra for travel to Hillhead. The price depends on:

  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before booking.

How to get a fixed quote

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

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Details of any past repairs
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.

Hillhead questions

How do I get a price for sink repair in Hillhead?

Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before booking.

Can you repair a cracked basin?

Usually, if it isn’t leaking. If it leaks through, replacement is normally better.

Do you do work for letting agents?

We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Generally, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed price without visiting.

Do you hold any accreditations?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.

Will you remove the sink?

No, it stays where it is. The surrounding area is protected and we work in place.

Do the materials smell?

There may be a mild smell during the work.

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