Somerset · England
Sink Repair in Kilkenny
Fixed-price sink repair in Kilkenny and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
- Chips around the rim
How we handle sink repair in Kilkenny
Period basins are worth keeping, and we repair around makers’ marks where we can. A like-for-like replacement can be hard to find. Typical jobs include damage from dropped bottles or hair tools and cracks starting at the waste, in antique & period basins, vanity unit basins and Belfast and butler sinks.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Kilkenny (BA4)
- Region
- Somerset
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Landlord and trade work in Kilkenny
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
When to call us in Kilkenny
Fine crazing in the glaze is normally down to age, and strong chemicals speed it up.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed any of these:
- A crack near the taps
- Crazing in the glaze
- Chips on a built-in basin
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
Comparing quotes
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- How soon you can use it again
- If travel is included in the price
- Whether they match the colour on site
Other services in Kilkenny
How the visit works
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, and get on with the job, which generally takes a morning or an afternoon. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- First, we check the basin is firm and dry.
- We degrease and key the damage.
- Filler is built up and sanded flush.
- We match the colour and the gloss.
- We clear away and tell you when it can be used.
Getting ready for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
Getting a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Advice
Where we work around Kilkenny
Kilkenny is about 8 miles south-east of Wells, in Somerset. Anywhere in BA4, a technician comes to you. Our repair technicians cover 640 places across Somerset, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in BA4 is within our area. Close by, we cover Huxham Green (1 mile north-west), Wraxall (1 mile north), Stone (1 mile west), Ditcheat (2 miles east) and Alhampton (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Yeovil (12 miles south), Frome (14 miles north-east), Wells (8 miles north-west), Midsomer Norton (12 miles north), Shepton Mallet (5 miles north) and Street (8 miles west).
What’s near Kilkenny
Our customers here include homes close to Travellers Rest pub and Church of St Peter and the streets around them. The closest station to Kilkenny is Castle Cary station, roughly 2.4 miles south-east. Open spaces near Kilkenny include Lamyatt Beacon.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Finding the same basin again isn’t always possible, especially in a matching suite. Repairing it keeps the suite together. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair generally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Kilkenny
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- One price list for the entire UK
- Usually one visit, start to finish
- A fixed quote before booking
Take a look at our prices page.
How to look after the repair
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Keep straighteners away from the basin
- Keep heavy bottles off the rim
- Use gentle cleaners
- Get chips repaired early
Treat the basin gently for the first few days, then stick to mild cleaners. Keep heavy bottles and hot hair tools off the rim.
Chips collect dirt and stain over time, so the sooner it’s repaired, the better.
FAQs for Kilkenny
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Will the price change on the day?
If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. You decide whether to go ahead.
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.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
When can you do it?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Is my repair covered?
Yes: twelve months. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Period and antique
Period basins frequently have marks and character worth keeping. 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.
DIY kit or professional repair?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
What a repair can’t fix
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- Through cracks that let water out
- Glaze crazing across the entire basin, where resurfacing is better
- A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Vanity unit basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Antique & period basins
- Enamelled basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
