Leicestershire · England
Sink & basin repair in Newtown Unthank, Leicestershire
Problem with your basin in Newtown Unthank? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped basin edge
- Cracks around the tap holes or waste
How we handle sink repair in Newtown Unthank
From hairline cracks by the taps to chips on the rim, basin damage is typically repaired in place. Nothing is unplumbed or taken off the wall. We work on vanity unit basins, antique & period basins and enamelled basins, and common reasons people contact us are fine cracks across the glaze and a period basin that needs restoring.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Newtown Unthank and across Leicestershire.
- Location
- Newtown Unthank (LE9)
- County
- Leicestershire
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
FAQs for Newtown Unthank
Can a cracked sink be fixed?
Typically, if it is not leaking. A crack that leaks right through usually means a new basin.
Will the price change on the day?
If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.
Can pets and children be at home?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
Can you keep the maker’s mark?
Yes, carefully. We repair them without hiding their character.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair them sympathetically.
Composite and resin
Cast mineral and resin basins are common in vanity units. They repair well, and the colour is mixed to suit.
What we do, step by step
Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so you know exactly what we’re doing. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. You can expect it to take a few hours, and we will keep you posted as we go.
- We protect the area around the basin.
- The damage is cleaned and prepared.
- It’s filled and shaped to the basin.
- We match the colour by hand.
- The repair is polished to the basin’s gloss and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Ask for a price
To get a price, send a couple of photos through our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
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For landlords and businesses
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Aftercare tips
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Repair chips before they stain
- Use gentle cleaners
- Fittings shouldn’t be over-tightened
- Do not stand heavy bottles on the edge
Do not 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.
What we can’t put right
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, including:
- Plumbing leaks
- A loose basin, until it’s refixed
- Glaze crazing across the entire basin, where resurfacing is better
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before booking.
What we work on
- Vanity unit basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Enamelled basins
- Antique & period basins
Nearby places to Newtown Unthank
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Where we work around Newtown Unthank
Newtown Unthank is about 6 miles west of Leicester, in Leicestershire. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Newtown Unthank is one of 287 towns and villages in Leicestershire where we work. Our jobs stretch from Newtown Unthank to Birmingham (about 28 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: LE9. Close by, we cover Botcheston (1 mile north-west), Desford (1 mile south-west), Leicester Forest West (2 miles south-east), Ratby (2 miles north-east) and Peckleton Common (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Loughborough (10 miles north), Hinckley (8 miles south-west), Wigston (8 miles south-east), Coalville (7 miles north-west), Ashby-de-la-Zouch (11 miles north-west) and Shepshed (9 miles north).
Near you in Newtown Unthank
Typical jobs here are in homes near Bosworth Academy, The Blue Bell Inn and Desford Community Primary School, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Kirby Muxloe Castle (2.1 miles east) and Glenfield Hospital (4.4 miles east). Not far away are Sheet Hedges Wood and Old John.
How we price sink repair
Repairs from £95. You’ll know the full cost before booking. We take into account:
- The colour and finish to match
- The material and finish
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The size and number of damaged areas
We charge the same wherever you are, so there’s no premium for Newtown Unthank. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Quotes from your photos
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Try to send:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Details of any past repairs
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- What it’s made of, if you know
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the basin, add your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. 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.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
Signs you need sink repair in Newtown Unthank
Basins are right where bottles and hair tools get dropped. Overtightened fittings can crack ceramic too.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- Knocks from hair straighteners
- A period basin that needs restoring
- Chips on the rim or front edge
- Crazing in the glaze
What to look for in a quote
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- What happens if they find more damage
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
