Highland · Scotland
Sink & basin repair in Nairn, Highland
Chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins in Nairn, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Fine cracks across the glaze
- An antique basin with chips
Sink repair in Nairn without replacing anything
Period basins are worth keeping, and we work around makers’ marks wherever possible. A like-for-like replacement can be hard to find. Whether it’s damage to a basin in a vanity unit and fine cracks across the glaze, we can help.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything is not right, ring us and we will come back.
- Where
- Nairn (IV12)
- County
- Highland
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Different materials, different repairs
Composite and resin
Cast mineral and resin basins are common in vanity units. 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.
Aftercare tips
It’s all simple stuff:
- Use a heat mat for hair tools
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
Treat the basin gently for the first few days, then stick to mild cleaners. Keep heavy bottles and hot hair tools off the rim.
Cracks by the tap holes can grow, so get it looked at early. If it’s leaking, turn off the water to the basin until it’s checked.
What a repair can’t fix
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Through cracks that let water out
- Widespread crazing
- A loose basin, until it’s refixed
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
What we work on
- Enamelled basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Vanity unit basins
- Antique & period basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
Repair or replace: which is better?
Matching a discontinued basin can be impossible, particularly if it matches the toilet and bath. A repair keeps your suite matching. Our sink repair starts from £95. We charge the same wherever you are, so there’s no premium for Nairn. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Nairn
- Normally one visit, start to finish
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Take a look at our full price list.
FAQs for Nairn
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, we frequently do. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Is a chipped basin repairable?
Yes. The chip is filled, matched and polished.
Can you quote from photos?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos can’t show what we need.
Which areas do you work in?
We cover the whole UK, including Nairn and the rest of Highland. Just include your postcode and we will confirm dates.
What does sink repair cost?
Prices start from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You’ll get a fixed figure before booking.
How do I book?
Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
What else we do in Nairn
Covering Nairn
Nairn is about 15 miles north-east of Inverness, in Highland. Anywhere in IV12, we come to you. We work in all 253 towns and villages across Highland.
Postcode districts we cover here: IV12. Local streets include High Street, Millbank Street and Queen Street. With the A96 and A939 close by, Nairn is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover include Kingsteps (1 mile north-east), Auldearn (2 miles east), Cawdor (3 miles south), Ardersier (6 miles west) and Dyke (7 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Inverness (15 miles south-west), Cradlehall (12 miles south-west), Merkinch (15 miles south-west), Hilton (15 miles south-west), Invergordon (13 miles north-west) and Crown (15 miles south-west). Nairn is among the bigger towns we cover in Highland. Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so call us to arrange it.
Around Nairn
In Nairn, that means homes near Nairn Academy and The High Church and Church Hall and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Nairn itself: Nairn station. Other landmarks nearby include Nairn Town and County Hospital (under half a mile south) and Highland Railway Museum (under half a mile south). Green spaces nearby include Hill of Urchany and Loch Loy.
What happens on the day
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Allow a morning or an afternoon from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain when it can be used and how to care for it.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Ensure the area is dry
- Let us know about parking or access
How to get a price
If you’re in Nairn and want a price, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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Do you need sink repair in Nairn?
Dropped glass bottles and heavy toiletries are the usual cause of chips, along with damage during fitting.
Common reasons people in Nairn contact us include:
- Knocks from hair straighteners
- A crazed, tired basin
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
- An antique basin with chips
Before booking anyone
- Whether the price covers travel
- Aftercare advice
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Who turns up on the day
What affects the price in Nairn
Repairs from £95. You’ll know the full cost before booking. We take into account:
- The colour and finish to match
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Quotes from your pictures
Two or three clear pictures are generally enough. It helps if you send:
- Any details about the material
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Details of any past repairs
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
