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Sink & basin repair in Knave-in-hole, Gloucestershire
Damaged basin in Knave-in-hole? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped vanity basin
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
Sink repair in Knave-in-hole without replacing anything
From cloakroom basins to period pieces, in ceramic, composite and enamel. Taps and wastes stay connected. Whether it’s damage to a basin in a vanity unit and a period basin that needs restoring, we can help, on ceramic & vitreous china basins, Belfast and butler sinks and enamelled basins alike.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Location
- Knave-in-hole (GL5)
- County
- Gloucestershire
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
When we would advise against a repair
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Leaks from the fittings
- A basin cracked through and leaking
- Glaze crazing across the entire basin, where resurfacing is better
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Antique & period basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Vanity unit basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Enamelled basins
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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.
Vitreous china
Most basins are vitreous china with a hard, glossy glaze. Matching that shine is the key to a good repair, so we finish the repair to the same sheen.
DIY kit or professional repair?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
Questions from Knave-in-hole
Do you work in Knave-in-hole?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and come to Knave-in-hole. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
What happens after I send pictures?
We come back with a fixed quote, normally with dates to choose from. There’s no obligation to book.
Is repairing better than replacing?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
Will you remove the sink?
Not at all. We protect the area around it and work in place.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Which areas do you work in?
All of Gloucestershire, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.
Do you restore period basins?
Yes. Where possible, we work around makers’ marks. Mention it when you ask for a quote.
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Knave-in-hole
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.
Aftercare tips
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Have new chips repaired quickly
- Avoid abrasive pads
- Fittings shouldn’t be over-tightened
- Do not rest hot hair tools on the basin
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.
What we’re called out for in Knave-in-hole
Overtightened taps and wastes put stress on the ceramic, and cracks can start at the tap holes.
People typically call us when they notice something like this:
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
- A period basin that needs restoring
- Chips around the rim
- A crazed, tired basin
Comparing quotes
- How soon you can use it again
- How the room is protected while they work
- Who turns up on the day
- What preparation is included
What we do, step by step
On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will take it from there. The job generally runs to a couple of hours for most chips, including clearing up.
- 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.
- The repair is polished so it blends in.
- Generally the basin is back in use the same day or the next.
Preparing for the visit
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Getting a price
Email us pictures of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Knave-in-hole, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
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Covering Knave-in-hole
Knave-in-hole is about 3 miles south-east of Stroud, in Gloucestershire. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Knave-in-hole is one of 470 towns and villages in Gloucestershire where we work. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 54 miles away.
Here we cover the GL5 postcode area. If you’re just outside Knave-in-hole, we cover Brimscombe (1 mile west), Brownshill (1 mile north-east), Minchinhampton (1 mile south-west), Bussage (1 mile north-east) and Far Thrupp (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Cheltenham (13 miles north), Gloucester (10 miles north), Stroud (3 miles north-west), St Paul's (14 miles north), Cirencester (9 miles east) and Lansdown (13 miles north).
Near you in Knave-in-hole
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St Mary of the Angels Church, Neu-Lindsey Nature Reserve and Thomas Keble School, among other places. You’ll also find Brimscombe Church of England (VA) Primary School (0.5 miles west) and The Ship Inn (0.6 miles west). For rail, the closest station is Stroud station, about 2.6 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Stroud General Hospital (2.2 miles north-west) and Arcade Archive (0.7 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Frome Banks.
Repairing versus replacing in Knave-in-hole
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. Prices start from £95. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why Knave-in-hole customers choose us
- One visit for most repairs
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Colour-matched on site
- A fixed quote before you book
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
