Norfolk · England
Sink Repair in Old Catton
Chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins for homes and businesses in Old Catton and across Norfolk. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips around the rim
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
Where we work around Old Catton
Old Catton is about 1 mile north-west of Sprowston, in Norfolk. Wherever you are in the NR6 postcode area, we carry out the work at your property. Our technicians cover all 797 towns and villages across Norfolk, from the larger towns to small villages.
Here we cover the NR6, NR7 and NR3 postcode area. Whether you live on Burma Road, Tills Road and English Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. We also cover the places around Old Catton: Sprowston (1 mile south-east), Pockthorpe (2 miles south), Heartsease (2 miles south-east), Spixworth (2 miles north-east) and Thorpe Hamlet (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Dereham (15 miles west), Wymondham (10 miles south-west), North Walsham (12 miles north), Hethersett (7 miles south-west), Cringleford (5 miles south-west) and Lakenham (3 miles south).
Landmarks near Old Catton
Around Old Catton, we work in homes near Parish Church of St Margaret, Old Catton CofE VC Junior School and Sewell Park College. For rail, the closest station is Norwich station, roughly 2.4 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include John Jarrold Printing Museum (1.8 miles south) and Anglia Square (1.7 miles south). Not far away are Wensum Local Nature Reserve.
About our sink repair in Old Catton
A chip on a basin is hard to ignore. The chip is filled, shaped and polished so it blends into the glaze. We are frequently asked to fix cracks starting at the waste and knocks from hair straighteners, across ceramic & vitreous china basins, Belfast and butler sinks and vanity unit basins.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard.
- Area
- Old Catton (NR6, NR7, NR3)
- Area hub
- Norfolk
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
How the visit works
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we have agreed what we’re doing. Most jobs take a morning or an afternoon, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- First, we check the basin is firm and dry.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Ask for a price
To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
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Common problems we fix in Old Catton
Most chips come from something dropped into the bowl, and some happen during bathroom refits.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- A chipped basin edge
- Knocks from hair straighteners
- Crazing in the glaze
- A period basin that needs restoring
Before booking anyone
- When it can be used again
- How the colour is matched
- Who will actually do the work
- How changes to the job are handled
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What else we do in Old Catton
Old Catton: your questions answered
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Will you leave a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
How do I get a price for sink repair in Old Catton?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed quote from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Do the materials smell?
Expect a mild smell while we’re working.
Are there extra charges for Old Catton?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Do you restore period basins?
Yes, carefully. Period basins are worth keeping, and we repair them sympathetically.
What areas do you cover?
We cover the entire UK, including Old Catton and the rest of Norfolk. Send your postcode with your photos and we’ll confirm dates.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You don’t need to watch us work.
When a repair isn’t the answer
To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:
- Through cracks that let water out
- A loose basin, until it’s refixed
- Leaks from the fittings
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we repair
- Enamelled basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Antique & period basins
- Vanity unit basins
How we price sink repair
Prices start from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Access to the area
- How many areas need work
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Getting a price from pictures
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Details of any past repairs
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Any details about the material
Send us a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you are in Old Catton, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Repairs by material
Composite and resin
Many vanity units have resin or composite basins. They repair well, with colour mixed on site.
Period and antique
Period basins often have marks and character worth keeping. We repair carefully around original features and leave the character intact.
Should you replace it?
A new basin frequently means a plumber, new taps and a new waste and making good the tiling. Repairing it keeps the basin you have. Prices start from £95. We charge the same wherever you are, so there’s no premium for Old Catton. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Old Catton
- Same prices wherever you are
- Colour-matched on site
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- A fixed quote before you book
See our prices page.
Keeping it looking good
Looking after the surface is easy:
- Repair chips before they stain
- Don’t stand heavy bottles on the edge
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
- Avoid abrasive pads
A quick wipe after use helps, and avoid strong bleach or descalers.
Chips near the waste or taps can let water in, which can stain the repair area. Early repair keeps it a small job.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
