Gloucestershire · England
Sink Repair in Kingscote
Chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins in Kingscote, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Crazing in the glaze
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
DIY repairs versus a professional job
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Sink repair in Kingscote, done in place
Chipped, cracked and crazed basins and vanity units can be repaired, with the colour and shine matched to the basin. Nothing is taken off the wall. We work on antique & period basins, vanity unit basins and Belfast and butler sinks, and common reasons people get in touch are chips on the rim or front edge and fine cracks across the glaze.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we’ll sort it.
- Area
- Kingscote (GL8)
- Area hub
- Gloucestershire
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Nearby places to Kingscote
Also in Kingscote
Kingscote and nearby
Kingscote is about 4 miles east of Dursley, in Gloucestershire. From the centre of Kingscote to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Our repair technicians cover 470 places across Gloucestershire. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 58 miles away.
We cover every part of GL8 and the streets around it. Kingscote is on the A4135, so it’s easy for us to reach. If you are just outside Kingscote, we cover Owlpen (2 miles north-west), Horsley (2 miles north-east), Tiltups End (2 miles east), Barton End (2 miles north-east) and Newmarket (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Gloucester (13 miles north), Stroud (6 miles north), Cirencester (13 miles east), Brockworth (13 miles north), Quedgeley (11 miles north) and Lydney (12 miles west).
Near you in Kingscote
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of St John the Baptist, Hunters Hall Inn and Lasborough Park and the streets around them. Further afield, we also cover the area around Dunkirk Mill Museum (3.1 miles north-east) and Beverston Castle (3.1 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Coaley Peak and Woodchester Park.
Aftercare tips
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Do not stand heavy bottles on the edge
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Use a heat mat for hair tools
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and take care with heavy bottles and hair tools.
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.
When a repair isn’t the answer
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:
- Plumbing leaks
- Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
- A basin cracked through and leaking
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Enamelled basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Vanity unit basins
What happens on the day
There is not much you need to do on the day. Let us in and show us the room, and we will get on with it. The job generally runs to a couple of hours for most chips.
- We start by cleaning the basin and assessing the damage.
- The chip or crack is filled and shaped to match the basin.
- We colour-match the finish to the glaze.
- We polish the repair to blend it in.
- Normally the basin is back in use the same day or the next.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
Getting a price
To get a price, send a couple of photos using our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Advice
What your basin is made of matters
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair them sympathetically and leave the character intact.
Composite and resin
Many vanity units have resin or composite basins. Chips and scratches can be filled and matched, with colour mixed on site.
Your questions about sink repair in Kingscote
What does sink repair cost?
Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Can you repair a chipped basin?
Yes, it’s one of our most common jobs. We shape and polish it to match the glaze.
Do you disconnect the taps?
No, it stays where it is. The surrounding area is protected and we work in place.
Can you price it without visiting?
Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
What do you need from me?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we will quote them together.
Common problems we fix in Kingscote
Basins are right where bottles and hair tools get dropped. Fittings that are overtightened can also crack the ceramic.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- A crazed, tired basin
- An original basin worth saving
- Knocks from hair straighteners
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
What to look for in a quote
- Aftercare advice
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Who will actually do the work
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
Repair or replace: which is better?
A new basin may mean new taps, a new waste and new tiling, and it may not match the rest of the suite. Repairing it avoids those problems. Our sink repair starts from £95. The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.
What you get with us
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- No extra charge for your area
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- One visit for most repairs
See our pricing.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Kingscote
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
