Kent · England
Sink & basin repair in Hockenden, Kent
We travel to Hockenden for chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- A period basin that needs restoring
- A crazed, tired basin
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
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.
Sink repair in Hockenden without replacing anything
From hairline cracks by the taps to chips on the rim, most basin damage can be repaired without removing anything. Nothing is unplumbed or taken off the wall. If you are dealing with a period basin that needs restoring and damage from dropped bottles or hair tools, we can usually put it right, on antique & period basins, ceramic & vitreous china basins and vanity unit basins alike.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Hockenden (BR8)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Do you need sink repair in Hockenden?
Fittings tightened too hard strain the basin, and cracks can start at the tap holes.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- Chips around the rim
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
- Chips from dropped toiletries
- A crack near the taps
What your quote should include
- What prep work is covered
- How long it needs to cure
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
Hockenden and the surrounding area
Hockenden is about 2 miles north-east of Orpington, in Kent. Wherever you are in the BR8 postcode area, we come to you. Hockenden is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. You can also see our page for London, about 13 miles away.
Our technicians cover all of BR8. We also cover the places around Hockenden: Upper Ruxley (1 mile north-west), Stonehill Green (1 mile north-east), Ruxley (1 mile north-west), Puddledock (2 miles north-east) and Hextable (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Dartford (4 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (8 miles south), Gravesend (10 miles east), Tonbridge (15 miles south), Northfleet (9 miles east) and Kings Hill (14 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Hockenden
In Hockenden, that means homes near St Mary the Virgin, Horizon Primary Academy and Foots Cray Meadows and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Swanley station, about 1 mile south-east. Well-known places in the area include London Borough of Bromley Museum (2.6 miles south-west) and Eynsford Castle (3.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Hockenden includes The Warren and Summer Hill.
Keeping it looking good
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:
- Use mild cleaners only
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
- Store toiletries on a shelf
- Have new chips repaired quickly
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy bottles or appliances into the basin.
A crack near the taps can spread, so it’s worth having it checked quickly. If water is getting through, isolate the basin until it’s seen to.
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Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We look at:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- How many areas need work
- Doing more than one item at once
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
How to get a fixed quote
Phone pictures are fine, there is no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:
- Something in shot to show the size
- One picture of the whole basin
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- What it’s made of, if you know
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.
What we cannot put right
A repair is not right for every job, for example:
- A basin that moves on its brackets
- Widespread crazing
- A basin cracked through and leaking
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we repair
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Antique & period basins
- Vanity unit basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Enamelled basins
The process
Here’s how a visit typically runs: we arrive on time, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and tidy away. Allow a few hours from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain when it can be used and how to look after it.
- We clean the basin and check the damage.
- We fill the chip or crack and shape it to the original profile.
- The finish is matched to the glaze.
- The repair is polished so it blends in.
- The basin can normally be used later that day or the following day.
How to prepare
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Get a quote
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Advice
Common questions in Hockenden
What does sink repair cost?
Prices start from £95. Every job gets a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your BR8 postcode.
Is repairing better than replacing?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
Do you disconnect the taps?
No. We repair it where it is, without disconnecting anything.
Can pets and children be at home?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, so the repair isn’t disturbed while it cures.
What information do you need?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.
Will there be a smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Of course. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Landlord and trade work in Hockenden
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
For anyone letting property in or around Hockenden, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send photos for each one and we will come back with a combined price.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Vitreous china
Vitreous china is fired ceramic with a glassy glaze. Repairs are polished to match that glaze.
Composite and resin
Many vanity units have resin or composite basins. Chips and scratches can be filled and matched, with colour mixed on site.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
