Gateshead · England
Sink & basin repair in Mountsett, Gateshead
Problem with your basin in Mountsett? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Fine cracks across the glaze
- Chips on a built-in basin
Sink repair in Mountsett without replacing anything
From hairline cracks by the taps to chips on the rim, most basin damage can be repaired without removing anything. The taps stay connected and the basin stays on the wall. Typical jobs include a period basin that needs restoring and chips on a built-in basin, across enamelled basins, vanity unit basins and Belfast and butler sinks.
All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Mountsett (NE16)
- Area hub
- Gateshead
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Covering Mountsett
Mountsett is about 2 miles north-west of Stanley, in Gateshead. From the centre of Mountsett to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in 49 places in Gateshead. Our jobs stretch from Mountsett to Newcastle upon Tyne (8 miles away).
Our visits in NE16 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you’re just outside Mountsett, we cover Clough Dene (1 mile east), Pickering Nook (1 mile north-east), White-le-Head (1 mile south-east), Hobson (1 mile north-east) and Dipton (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Gateshead (7 miles north-east), Blaydon (5 miles north), Dunston (6 miles north-east), Whickham (4 miles north-east), Ryton (6 miles north) and Winlaton (5 miles north).
Near you in Mountsett
Typical jobs here are in homes near Tanfield Lea Community Primary School, Oak Tree Inn and North Durham Academy, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Shotley Bridge Hospital (4.3 miles west) and Derwentside (1.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Currock Hill.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Mountsett
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
What we do, step by step
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, then carry out the work, which typically takes a couple of hours for most chips. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we’ll explain it before carrying on.
- We check the basin is secure and not leaking.
- The area is degreased and keyed.
- We build up the filler and sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched.
- We clear away and tell you when it can be used.
Preparing for the visit
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Ask for a price
We price from pictures so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.
Advice
Aftercare tips
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- Use gentle cleaners
- Get chips repaired early
- Keep straighteners away from the basin
- Store toiletries on a shelf
Don’t rest hot hair tools or heavy bottles on the rim, to avoid new chips.
Chips collect dirt and stain over time, so repairing them early keeps the job simple.
Different materials, different repairs
Composite and resin
Many vanity units have resin or composite basins. They repair well, and the colour is mixed to suit.
Vitreous china
Most basins are vitreous china with a hard, glossy glaze. Matching that shine is the key to a good repair, so we polish the repair to suit.
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What we can’t put right
To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:
- Through cracks that let water out
- Glaze crazing across the entire basin, where resurfacing is better
- A basin that moves on its brackets
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Enamelled basins
- Antique & period basins
- Vanity unit basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
Repairing versus replacing in Mountsett
Replacing a basin frequently means a plumber, new taps and a new waste and making good the tiling. A repair leaves everything in place. Our sink repair starts from £95. We do not add 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 book with us
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Everything repaired in place
Read our pricing.
Common problems we fix in Mountsett
Overtightened taps and wastes put stress on the ceramic, and cracks can start at the tap holes.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- Knocks from hair straighteners
- Chips on the rim or front edge
- Fine cracks across the glaze
- A chipped vanity basin
Before you book anyone
- What aftercare is recommended
- Who turns up on the day
- How changes to the job are handled
- What prep work is covered
Can I fix it myself?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
Mountsett questions
Do you restore period basins?
Yes. We repair around makers’ marks where we can. Mention it when you ask for a quote.
Will there be a smell?
Expect a mild smell while we are working that clears as it cures.
Is a crack in a basin repairable?
In many cases. Photos let us say whether it’s repairable.
When can you do it?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Are you accredited?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
What information do you need?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we will do the rest.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
