Aberdeenshire · Scotland

Sink Repair in Oldmeldrum

Sink repair for Oldmeldrum, without a refit. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then we come to you.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Fine cracks across the glaze
  • A chipped basin edge
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Sink repair for Oldmeldrum homes

Sink repair in Oldmeldrum without replacing anything

When a basin is worn or crazed all over, it can be resurfaced in place, giving it an even new finish. We’re frequently asked to fix cracks around the tap holes or waste and damage to a basin in a vanity unit, across enamelled basins, ceramic & vitreous china basins and antique & period basins.

Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before you book.

Cracked basin edge repaired and blended in (before and after)
Location
Oldmeldrum (AB51)
County
Aberdeenshire
Cover
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Should I try a DIY kit first?

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

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, and the work is guaranteed.

What affects the price in Oldmeldrum

Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. These are the things that affect it:

  • The colour and finish to match
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • Access to the area
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before you book.

Getting a price from pictures

You can normally get a fixed price without us visiting. To make it quick:

  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • Natural light rather than flash

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We will say straight away if a repair is the right fix.

Aftercare tips

A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:

  • Avoid strong bleach and descalers
  • Keep straighteners away from the basin
  • Do not overtighten taps
  • Get chips repaired early

Treat the basin gently for the first few days, then stick to mild cleaners. Keep heavy bottles and hot tools away from the rim.

A chip near the waste or taps can let water into the body of the basin. Repairing it early keeps the job small.

Different materials, different repairs

Composite and resin

Many vanity units have resin or composite basins. Chips and scratches can be filled and matched, and the colour is mixed to suit.

Vitreous china

Ceramic basins have a fired, glassy surface. Repairs are polished to match that glaze.

Oldmeldrum and nearby

Oldmeldrum is about 4 miles north-east of Inverurie, in Aberdeenshire. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. We work in all 161 towns and villages across Aberdeenshire, from the larger towns to small villages.

Postcode districts we cover here: AB51. Whether you live on Station Road, Cowgate and Lower Cowgate or a nearby road, we can come to you. Main roads around Oldmeldrum include the A920 and A947, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover include Hattoncrook (3 miles south-east), Inverurie (4 miles south-west), Garioch (4 miles south-west), Daviot (4 miles west) and Tarves (4 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Westhill (13 miles south), Ellon (9 miles east), Turriff (15 miles north), Kemnay (8 miles south-west), Kintore (7 miles south) and Insch (11 miles west). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so it’s best to call first.

Near you in Oldmeldrum

In Oldmeldrum, that means homes near Meldrum Arms Hotel, Meldrum Academy and Oldmeldrum and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Inverurie station, about 4 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include House Of Daviot Hospital (4.1 miles west) and Mounie Castle (2.7 miles west).

Map of Oldmeldrum © OpenStreetMap contributors

The process

Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so there are no surprises. After that, protection goes down around the work area and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours.

  1. First, we check the basin is firm and dry.
  2. The area is degreased and keyed.
  3. Filler is built up and sanded flush.
  4. Colour and gloss are matched.
  5. We clear away and tell you when it can be used.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Make sure the area is dry
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area

Get a quote

Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. Quotes are free and no obligation.

Get a fixed quote

Related advice

What we’re called out for in Oldmeldrum

Basins take knocks every day: heavy bottles, hairdryers and straighteners chip the rim and front edge. Cracks often start around the taps and waste.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • Crazing in the glaze
  • Chips on a built-in basin
  • Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
  • Chips around the rim

Questions to ask before booking

  • What prep work is covered
  • How your room will be protected
  • If travel is included in the price
  • Whether a trained technician does the job

Choosing a repair company

Why repair rather than replace?

Finding the same basin again isn’t always possible, particularly if it matches the toilet and bath. A repair keeps your suite matching. Our sink repair starts from £95. Compared with replacing, repairing typically costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.

Why Oldmeldrum clients choose us

  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • Colour-matched on site
  • Everything repaired in place

Take a look at our pricing.

Questions from Oldmeldrum

Is a crack in a basin repairable?

Surface cracks can typically be repaired. If it leaks through, replacement is normally better.

Will there be a smell?

A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.

Is the work guaranteed?

Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

What do you need from me?

Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.

Are you accredited?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.

How soon can you come?

Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.

Do you restore period basins?

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

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures cannot show what we need.

Honest limits

A repair is not right for every job, for example:

  • Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
  • A loose basin, until it’s refixed
  • Widespread crazing

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.

What we work on

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