Rutland · England
Sink & basin repair in Owston, Rutland
Problem with your basin in Owston? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
- Knocks from hair straighteners
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. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Sink repair in Owston, done in place
Whether it’s a chipped rim or a crack by the tap holes, most basin damage can be repaired without removing anything. The taps stay connected and the basin stays on the wall. Typical jobs include a crack near the taps and a chipped basin edge, on ceramic & vitreous china basins, Belfast and butler sinks and vanity unit basins.
We guarantee the work for a year. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Area
- Owston (LE15)
- County
- Rutland
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near Owston
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Landlords, agents and businesses in Owston
For anyone letting property in or around Owston, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we will price them together.
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details and we will handle the rest.
Where we work around Owston
Owston is about 5 miles west of Oakham, in Rutland. Jobs in Owston are booked in like any other job: a fixed price from your photos, then a visit to do the work. Owston is one of 47 places in Rutland where we work. Our jobs stretch from Owston to Birmingham (about 46 miles away).
We work across the LE15 postcode area. We regularly work on streets such as Main Street and Middle Street. If you are just outside Owston, we cover Newbold (1 mile north-west), Somerby (2 miles north), Knossington (2 miles east), Burrough on the Hill (2 miles north-west) and Pickwell (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Oakham (5 miles east), Uppingham (7 miles south-east), Barleythorpe (5 miles east), Cottesmore (9 miles north-east), Langham (5 miles north-east) and North Luffenham (10 miles east).
Landmarks near Owston
Typical jobs here are in homes near St Andrew's Church and the streets around them. A little further out are Sauvey Castle (1.7 miles south).
What we can’t put right
We would rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- Glaze crazing across the entire basin, where resurfacing is better
- Plumbing leaks
- A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we work on
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Enamelled basins
- Antique & period basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Vanity unit basins
Looking after it afterwards
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Do not overtighten taps
- Use mild cleaners only
- Have new chips repaired quickly
- Use gentle cleaners
Use gentle cleaners and avoid dropping heavy bottles or appliances into the basin.
Chips collect dirt and stain over time, so repairing them early keeps the job simple.
Repairs by material
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.
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.
When to call us in Owston
Dropped glass bottles and heavy toiletries are the usual cause of chips, and some happen during bathroom refits.
Common reasons people in Owston contact us include:
- A crack near the taps
- A crazed, tired basin
- A chipped basin edge
- A chipped vanity basin
Questions to ask before booking
- Who will actually do the work
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How your room will be protected
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
The process
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we’ve agreed what we are doing. Most jobs take a couple of hours for most chips, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We clean the basin and check the damage.
- We fill the chip or crack and shape it to the original profile.
- We mix the colour to suit the glaze.
- We polish it into the surrounding surface.
- Generally the basin is back in use the same day or the next.
Before we arrive
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Ask for a price
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire basin, we can price the job.
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What sink repair costs
Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How much damage there is
- How many items we do on one visit
- Unusual colours or finishes
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Getting a price from photos
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Try to send:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- One picture of the whole basin
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. There is no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.
Owston: your questions answered
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
Is there any odour?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Of course, and it typically saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and you’ll get one combined price.
Do you cover Owston?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Owston and the rest of Rutland. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners in Owston.
Can you quote from pictures?
Yes, almost always. Clear photos let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
How do I book?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.
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