Shetland Islands · Scotland
Sink Repair for Hillswick homes
Sink repair in Hillswick without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips from dropped toiletries
- Cracks starting at the waste
Keeping it looking good
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Use mild cleaners only
- Do not overtighten taps
- Get chips repaired early
- Avoid abrasive pads
Treat the basin gently for the first few days, then stick to mild cleaners. Keep heavy bottles and hot tools away from the rim.
A crack near the taps can spread, so get it looked at early. If it’s leaking, turn off the water to the basin until it’s checked.
Sink repair in Hillswick, done in place
It’s not just the colour we match, it’s the gloss. Repairs are polished to the same shine. Typical jobs include chips around the rim and a period basin that needs restoring, across antique & period basins, ceramic & vitreous china basins and vanity unit basins.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we will come back.
- Where
- Hillswick (ZE2)
- Area hub
- Shetland Islands
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Repair or replace: which is better?
A basin cracked through and leaking needs replacing. For chips and surface damage, repair is the better route. Prices start from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Why us?
- Work done at your home or business
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- No extra charge for your area
Read our prices page.
Honest limits
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, for example:
- Widespread crazing
- A basin cracked through and leaking
- Leaks from the fittings
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Hillswick
- Antique & period basins
- Enamelled basins
- Vanity unit basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
Common problems we fix in Hillswick
Fine crazing in the glaze is normally down to age, and harsh cleaners can make it worse.
Common reasons people in Hillswick contact us are:
- Knocks from hair straighteners
- Chips on a built-in basin
- Chips around the rim
- Cracks starting at the waste
What your quote should include
- Whether the price covers travel
- How soon you can use it again
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
Other services in Hillswick
Different materials, different repairs
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair carefully around original features and leave the character intact.
Vitreous china
Vitreous china is fired ceramic with a glassy glaze. Repairs are polished to match that glaze.
Landlord and trade work in Hillswick
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.
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, photos and access details and we’ll handle the rest.
Where we work around Hillswick
Hillswick is in the Shetland Islands. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Our technicians cover 63 places across the Shetland Islands.
We cover every part of ZE2 and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover include Urafirth (1 mile north-east), Braehoulland (3 miles north-west), Hogaland (4 miles east), Sullom (5 miles south-east) and Ollaberry (5 miles east). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so call us to arrange it.
Near you in Hillswick
Around Hillswick, we work in homes near The Booth pub and Northmavine Parish Church and Churchyard. Other landmarks nearby include Tangwick Haa Museum (3.4 miles west). For a walk, there is Ness-houlls Water.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
How the visit works
When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take a few hours. We clean up when we’re done and let you know when you can use it again.
- We start by cleaning the basin and assessing the damage.
- The chip or crack is filled and shaped to match the basin.
- The finish is matched to the glaze.
- We polish the repair to blend it in.
- Generally the basin is back in use the same day or the next.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Have a window or extractor fan available
Getting a price
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Advice
Your questions about sink repair in Hillswick
Is repairing better than replacing?
Typically, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Will it make a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders in Hillswick.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work carries our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Do you come to Hillswick?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and come to Hillswick and the rest of the Shetland Islands. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Will there be a smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
How much does sink repair cost in Hillswick?
Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed price based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up and a picture of the entire item and your postcode.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
