Nottingham · England
Sink & basin repair in New Basford, Nottingham
Problem with your basin in New Basford? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A period basin that needs restoring
- Crazing in the glaze
Sink repair at your home in New Basford
A chip on a basin is hard to ignore. The chip is filled, shaped and polished so it blends into the glaze. Typical jobs include cracks around the tap holes or waste and chips around the rim, in antique & period basins, vanity unit basins and enamelled basins.
Every repair is covered by our one-year guarantee.
- Location
- New Basford (NG7, NG5, NG3)
- Region
- Nottingham
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What your basin is made of matters
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair carefully around original features.
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.
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 regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access.
Aftercare tips
It’s all simple stuff:
- Store toiletries on a shelf
- Do not rest hot hair tools on the basin
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Avoid strong bleach and descalers
Wipe the basin over after use, and steer clear of harsh chemicals.
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.
Repair or replace in New Basford?
If the basin is cracked right through and leaking, replacement is usually the answer. For chips and surface damage, repair is the better route. Prices start from £95. A repair usually costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in New Basford
- Colour-matched on site
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Fixed prices from your pictures
See our pricing.
When we’d advise against a repair
A repair isn’t right for every job, including:
- A crack that leaks right through the basin
- A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we repair
- Vanity unit basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Antique & period basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Enamelled basins
Towns and villages near New Basford
What else we do in New Basford
What affects the price in New Basford
Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- The colour and finish to match
- What kind of damage it is
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The size and number of damaged areas
Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Getting a price from pictures
When you take your photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- A picture taken from further back
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- What it’s made of, if you know
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll say right away whether it can be repaired.
What we do, step by step
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. Once we are there, the work takes a morning or an afternoon for most jobs. We leave the room clean and you’ll know when it can be used.
- We check the basin is secure and not leaking.
- The area is degreased and keyed.
- Filler is built up and sanded flush.
- We match the colour and the gloss.
- We clear away and tell you when it can be used.
How to prepare
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Clear the area around the damage
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Ask for a price
If you’re in New Basford and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Advice
Questions from New Basford
What do you need from me?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Can you repair a chipped basin?
Yes. The chip is filled, matched and polished.
Is my repair covered?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
Do you charge for travel?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
In most cases. The old repair comes out first.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Usually, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Typically, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
If you are 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 does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
Where we work around New Basford
New Basford is about 1 mile north-east of Nottingham, in Nottingham. Whether you’re in the middle of New Basford or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. New Basford is one of 51 places in Nottingham where we work. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 46 miles away.
We cover every part of NG7, NG5 and NG3 and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as Zulu Road, Mayo Road and Egypt Road, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around New Basford: Sherwood Rise (1 mile south-east), Basford (1 mile north-west), Nottingham (1 mile south-west), Carrington (1 mile east) and Old Basford (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Arnold (3 miles north-east), Clifton (5 miles south), Compton Acres (4 miles south), Wollaton (3 miles south-west), Ruddington (6 miles south) and Rise Park (3 miles north). New Basford is among the bigger towns we cover in Nottingham.
Near you in New Basford
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Nottingham Free School, Djanogly Sherwood Academy and Carrington Baptist Church. You will also find Nottingham Central Library (1.8 miles south-east), The White Swan pub (0.8 miles north-west) and Forest Recreation Ground (0.7 miles south). The nearest railway station is Nottingham station, roughly 2 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Nottingham Women's Hospital (1.1 miles south) and Victoria Centre (1.4 miles south-east). The countryside around New Basford includes Colwick Woods and Wilford Hill.
- Other local spots include North Wilford (2.5 miles south)
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
