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Sink & basin repair in Murrayfield, Edinburgh
Damaged basin in Murrayfield? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Fine cracks across the glaze
- Cracks starting at the waste
Sink repair in Murrayfield without replacing anything
From hairline cracks by the taps to chips on the rim, basin damage is generally repaired in place. The taps stay connected and the basin stays on the wall. Whether it’s a crack near the taps and chips on a built-in basin, we can help, whatever the material.
Big or small, you get the same one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Murrayfield (EH12, EH4, EH11)
- County
- Edinburgh
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What a repair can’t fix
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
- Glaze crazing across the whole basin, where resurfacing is better
- Leaks from the fittings
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before you book.
What we work on
- Vanity unit basins
- Enamelled basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Antique & period basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
Aftercare tips
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
- Store toiletries on a shelf
- Avoid strong bleach and descalers
Use gentle cleaners and take care with heavy bottles and hair tools.
Cracks by the tap holes can grow, so get it looked at early. If water is getting through, isolate the basin until it’s seen to.
How it works
We turn up when we said we would, introduces themselves and checks the damage against your pictures first. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before we open a single tin. Most visits take a morning or an afternoon, and the room is left clean and tidy.
- First, we check the basin is firm and dry.
- We degrease and key the damage.
- We build up the filler and sand it flush.
- We match the colour and the gloss.
- We tidy up and give you the curing time.
Getting ready for the visit
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Clear the area around the damage
Ask for a price
You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Advice
Work for landlords and builders
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Repair or replace in Murrayfield?
Matching a discontinued basin can be impossible, particularly if it matches the toilet and bath. Repairing it keeps the suite together. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Murrayfield
- Fixed prices from your photos
- We leave the room as we found it
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Colour-matched on site
See our pricing.
Murrayfield and the surrounding area
Murrayfield is about 2 miles west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. 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. Murrayfield is one of 175 towns and villages in Edinburgh where we work.
Here we cover the EH12, EH4 and EH11 postcode area. That includes homes on Baird Avenue, Ellersly Road and Campbell Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Murrayfield include Saughtonhall (1 mile south), Roseburn (1 mile east), Ravelston (1 mile north), Beechmount (1 mile south-west) and Balgreen (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Leith (4 miles north-east), Bonnington (3 miles north-east), Pilrig (3 miles north-east), North Leith (3 miles north-east), Dumbiedykes (3 miles east) and Newington (3 miles east).
Local landmarks in Murrayfield
Our customers here include homes close to St George's School, Gabrielle Keiller Library and Roseburn Bar, among other places. Other local landmarks include Saughton Park (0.8 miles south), Balgreen Primary School (0.7 miles south), St Columba's Parish Church (0.8 miles north) and Murrayfield Parish Church (less than half a mile east). For rail, the closest station is Haymarket station, roughly 1 mile east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Craigcrook Castle (1 mile north-west) and Murrayfield Experience (under half a mile south). Green spaces nearby include The New Leaf Co-op and Dunsapie Loch.
- Schools near Murrayfield include The Mary Erskine School (0.5 miles north-west)
Murrayfield: your questions answered
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Is a crack in a basin repairable?
In many cases. Send us pictures and we will tell you.
How do I book?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses in Murrayfield.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Do you come to Murrayfield?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Murrayfield. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
What affects the price in Murrayfield
Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- What kind of damage it is
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book, with nothing added on the day.
How to get a fixed price
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:
- Details of any past repairs
- Where you are, by postcode
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Any details about the material
Upload photos of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, with your EH12 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
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.
Places near Murrayfield
What else we do in Murrayfield
What we’re called out for in Murrayfield
Fine crazing in the glaze is usually down to age, and strong chemicals speed it up.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
- Chips from dropped toiletries
- An antique basin with chips
- A crazed, tired basin
What your quote should include
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Who will actually do the work
- What prep work is covered
- What protection goes down before work starts
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
