Cambridgeshire · England
Sink Repair in Kentford
Chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins in Kentford, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips on the rim or front edge
- A chipped vanity basin
Sink repair in Kentford without replacing anything
Period basins are worth keeping, and we work around makers’ marks wherever possible. Replacing them with something similar can be difficult. We regularly repair enamelled basins, Belfast and butler sinks and antique & period basins, and common reasons people get in touch are chips on a built-in basin and crazing in the glaze.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Location
- Kentford (CB8)
- Area hub
- Cambridgeshire
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Common problems we fix in Kentford
Most chips come from something dropped into the bowl, along with damage during fitting.
The things customers normally mention when they call include:
- Chips on a built-in basin
- Chips on the rim or front edge
- Chips from dropped toiletries
- A crazed, tired basin
Comparing quotes
- Who will actually do the work
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How long it needs to cure
- What prep work is covered
What sink repair costs
Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:
- How many areas need work
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Doing more than one item at once
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.
Getting a price from photos
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- A picture taken from further back
- Any details about the material
- Details of any past repairs
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
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.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. 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.
Also in Kentford
What your basin is made of matters
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.
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair them sympathetically.
Aftercare tips
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
- Don’t rest hot hair tools on the basin
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
Keep hair straighteners and heavy bottles away from the basin edge, so it doesn’t get chipped again.
Chips near the waste or taps can let water in, which can stain the repair area. Early repair keeps it a small job.
Where we work around Kentford
Kentford is about 4 miles north-east of Newmarket, in Cambridgeshire. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. Kentford is one of 371 places in Cambridgeshire we cover. We work right across the region, from Kentford to London (59 miles away).
Here we cover the CB8 postcode area. Whether you live on Station Road, Old Stable Lane and Saddle Walk or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. If you are just outside Kentford, we cover Kennett (1 mile north-west), Moulton (2 miles south), Ashley (3 miles south), Cheveley (4 miles south-west) and Snailwell (4 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Newmarket (4 miles south-west), Ely (13 miles north-west), Littleport (15 miles north-west), Soham (8 miles north-west), Burwell (7 miles west) and Linton (15 miles south-west).
What’s near Kentford
Our clients here include homes close to Church of St Mary, The Cock Public House and Kennett Primary School. The nearest railway station is Kennett station, roughly 0.5 miles north-west. Further afield, we also cover the area around Denham Castle (3.5 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Norah Hanbury-Kelk Meadows.
Kentford questions
How quickly can you book me in?
We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Do you work in Kentford?
Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Kentford from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Do you cover the whole of Cambridgeshire?
We work UK-wide, so Kentford is covered. Our prices are the same everywhere.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Do you disconnect the taps?
No, it stays where it is. The surrounding area is protected and we work in place.
Can you keep the maker’s mark?
Yes, carefully. We repair them without hiding their character.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted.
Will the price change on the day?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there is more, we’ll tell you before starting.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Finding the same basin again is not always possible, especially in a matching suite. A repair keeps your suite matching. Our sink repair starts from £95. We do not add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Kentford
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Everything repaired in place
Take a look at our pricing.
What we do, step by step
Once we are through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes a few hours, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- First the basin is cleaned and the damage checked.
- Next we fill the damage and shape it to the basin’s profile.
- 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 about parking or access
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
How to get a price
Most customers in Kentford get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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What we can’t put right
A repair is not always the answer, and we’d rather say so up front. We can’t fix:
- Leaks from the fittings
- A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
- Through cracks that let water out
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Antique & period basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Vanity unit basins
- Enamelled basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
