South Ayrshire · Scotland

Sink Repair in Old Dailly

Chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins for householders, landlords and businesses in Old Dailly. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.

  • Repairs from £95
  • An antique basin with chips
  • Cracks around the tap holes or waste
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Sink repair in Old Dailly

Why repair rather than replace?

A basin is usually fixed into a unit or tiled around, so changing one disturbs the surroundings. Repairing it keeps everything as it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Old Dailly. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Old Dailly

  • No need to remove anything
  • One visit for most repairs
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish

See our pricing.

Sink repair in Old Dailly, done in place

Antique and period basins are worth repairing, and we work around makers’ marks wherever possible. A like-for-like replacement can be hard to find. Common call-outs are for a chipped basin edge and knocks from hair straighteners, in Belfast and butler sinks, antique & period basins and enamelled basins.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re covered after the visit.

Where
Old Dailly (KA26)
Area hub
South Ayrshire
Cover
One year on every repair
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Cracked basin edge repaired and blended in (before and after)

Repairs by material

Period and antique

Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair carefully around original features.

Vitreous china

Ceramic basins have a hard, glassy glaze. The gloss is what makes a repair blend in, so we polish the repair to suit.

The process

A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, do the job and tidy away. Plan for a few hours. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.

  1. We protect the area around the basin.
  2. The damage is cleaned and prepared.
  3. It’s filled and shaped to the basin.
  4. The colour is matched by hand.
  5. We polish it to match the shine and leave it to cure.

Preparing for the visit

  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Ensure the area is dry

Getting a price

Most clients in Old Dailly get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.

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Can I fix it myself?

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.

Old Dailly and nearby

Old Dailly is about 15 miles south-west of Ayr, in South Ayrshire. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. We work in 52 places across South Ayrshire. Our nearest city page is Glasgow, about 46 miles away.

We work across the KA26 postcode area. We also cover the places around Old Dailly: Girvan (3 miles south-west), Dailly (3 miles north-east), Turnberry (4 miles north), Barr (5 miles south-east) and Kirkoswald (5 miles north). Further out, we also cover Ayr (15 miles north-east), Belmont (15 miles north-east), Forehill (15 miles north-east), Maybole (8 miles north-east), Doonfoot (14 miles north-east) and Seafield (14 miles north-east).

Landmarks near Old Dailly

Typical jobs here are in homes near Girvan Academy and Old Dailly Parish Church and the streets around them. The closest station to Old Dailly is Girvan station, about 2.3 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Penkill Castle (0.7 miles south-east) and Mckechnie Institute (2.7 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Dow Hill.

Map of Old Dailly © OpenStreetMap contributors

Landlords, agents and businesses in Old Dailly

We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.

Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

Looking after it afterwards

Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:

  • Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
  • Keep straighteners away from the basin
  • Use mild cleaners only
  • Have new chips repaired quickly

Go gently for the first few days, then clean it with mild products. Keep heavy bottles and hot tools away from the rim.

An unrepaired chip soon stains, so repairing them early keeps the job simple.

What affects the price in Old Dailly

Prices start from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:

  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it

The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You will see the full price before you book.

How to get a fixed quote

You can take the photos on your phone, there is no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • A photo taken from further back
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings

Email us a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you are in Old Dailly, and we will reply with a fixed price.

What a repair can’t fix

We won’t take on work that will not last, so these are the limits:

  • A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
  • Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
  • Through cracks that let water out

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.

Surfaces we repair

  • Enamelled basins
  • Vanity unit basins
  • Ceramic & vitreous china basins
  • Belfast and butler sinks
  • Antique & period basins

FAQs for Old Dailly

Do you work in Old Dailly?

Yes. We cover the entire UK and travel to Old Dailly. Send pictures and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

How much does sink repair cost in Old Dailly?

Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Typically, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.

Can you keep the maker’s mark?

Yes. Where possible, we work around makers’ marks. Tell us about it when you send pictures.

Do you charge for travel?

Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

We review the photos and send a fixed quote.

Will you remove the sink?

Not at all. The surrounding area is protected and we work in place.

Are you a vetted contractor?

We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

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