Devon · England
Sink Repair in Membland
Our repair technicians come to Membland 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 chipped basin edge
- Knocks from hair straighteners
Keeping it looking good
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Use a heat mat for hair tools
- Avoid strong bleach and descalers
- Do not overtighten taps
- Avoid abrasive pads
Go 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.
Sink repair in Membland, done in place
Antique and period basins are worth repairing, and we repair around makers’ marks where we can. A like-for-like replacement can be hard to find. If you’re dealing with a crack near the taps and an antique basin with chips, we can help, on antique & period basins, enamelled basins and ceramic & vitreous china basins alike.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Area
- Membland (PL8)
- Region
- Devon
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Repair or replace in Membland?
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. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Membland
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- No extra charge for your area
- We leave the room as we found it
- Work done at your home or business
See our full price list.
What we are called out for in Membland
Basins are right where bottles and hair tools get dropped. Fittings that are overtightened can also crack the ceramic.
The things customers generally mention when they call are:
- Knocks from hair straighteners
- Fine cracks across the glaze
- A crack near the taps
- A chipped vanity basin
What your quote should include
- How the room is protected while they work
- What preparation is included
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- What happens if they find more damage
How we price sink repair
Prices start from £95. We give every job a fixed quote from pictures. These are the things that affect it:
- The material
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Doing more than one item at once
Set against the cost of replacement, repairing usually costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
How to get a fixed price
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A picture taken from further back
- Where you are, by postcode
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
How it works
You don’t need to empty the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. Most jobs take a morning or an afternoon, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We protect the area around the basin.
- We clean and prepare the chip or crack.
- It’s filled and shaped to the basin.
- The colour is matched by hand.
- We polish it to match the shine and leave it to cure.
How to prepare
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Open a window if you can
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Ask for a price
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.
Related advice
What your basin is made of matters
Vitreous china
Most basins are vitreous china with a hard, glossy glaze. The gloss is what makes a repair blend in, so we finish the repair to the same sheen.
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair carefully around original features and leave the character intact.
Can I fix it myself?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble 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 don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
Nearby places to Membland
Also in Membland
Where we work around Membland
Membland is about 7 miles south-east of Plymouth, in Devon. Jobs in Membland are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. Membland is one of 586 places in Devon we cover.
Our technicians cover all of the PL8 postcode area. Close by, we cover Newton Downs (1 mile north-west), Noss Mayo (1 mile west), Newton Ferrers (1 mile west), Wembury (3 miles west) and Brixton (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ivybridge (7 miles north-east), Kingsbridge (11 miles east), Salcombe (12 miles south-east), Buckfastleigh (15 miles north-east), South Brent (11 miles north-east) and Bere Alston (14 miles north-west).
What’s near Membland
Around Membland, we work in homes near Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School and Church of Holy Cross and the streets around them.
Honest limits
We would rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Through cracks that let water out
- Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
- Plumbing leaks
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before you book.
Materials we work on in Membland
- Vanity unit basins
- Enamelled basins
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
Membland: your questions answered
Are you a vetted contractor?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Is there a call-out fee?
We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We look at the photos and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
Do you need to take the basin off the wall?
No. The repair is done in place, without disconnecting anything.
Do the materials smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
How do I book?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
