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Sink & basin repair in Plaxtol, Kent

Fixed-price sink repair in Plaxtol and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A chipped basin edge
  • Cracks around the tap holes or waste
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Sink repair near Plaxtol

DIY kit or professional repair?

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.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.

About our sink repair in Plaxtol

It’s not just the colour we match, it’s the gloss, because a dull patch on a shiny basin stands out. Repairs are polished to the same shine. Our repair technicians work on vanity unit basins, ceramic & vitreous china basins and enamelled basins, and people most often call us about a chipped vanity basin and fine cracks across the glaze.

Every repair is covered by our one-year guarantee.

Where
Plaxtol (TN15)
Region
Kent
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Stained basin resurfaced to clean white (before and after)

When we’d advise against a repair

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

  • Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
  • Widespread crazing
  • A basin that moves on its brackets

Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.

What we work on

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

Different materials, different repairs

Period and antique

Period basins frequently have marks and character worth keeping. We repair them sympathetically and leave the character intact.

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.

Looking after it afterwards

To keep it looking its best for years:

  • Get chips repaired early
  • Keep straighteners away from the basin
  • Use mild cleaners only
  • Use gentle cleaners

A quick wipe after use helps, and steer clear of harsh chemicals.

Chips collect dirt and stain over time, so the sooner it’s repaired, the better.

Work for landlords and builders

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Plaxtol use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it typically costs far less than a refit.

How it works

When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job usually takes a few hours. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.

  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. We match the colour and the gloss.
  5. We clear away and tell you when it can be used.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Ensure the area is dry
  • Open a window if you can
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children

Ask for a price

Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.

Get a free quote

Related advice

Where we work around Plaxtol

Plaxtol is about 4 miles north of Tonbridge, in Kent. We visit customers in Plaxtol and the surrounding area, so you don’t need to take anything anywhere. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our nearest city page is London, about 24 miles away.

All of TN15 is covered. Whether you live on The Street, St Hildas and Long Mill Lane or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Nearby, we also work in Dunk's Green (1 mile south), Roughway (1 mile south-east), Claygate Cross (1 mile north), Crouch (1 mile north) and Basted (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (10 miles east), Dartford (13 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles south), Gravesend (12 miles north) and Tonbridge (4 miles south).

What’s near Plaxtol

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve, Plaxtol Primary School and The Kentish Rifleman Public House. The nearest railway station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, roughly 2.4 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Ightham Court (2.6 miles north) and Sevenoaks Hospital (5.2 miles north-west). Not far away are Barden Lake.

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Repair or replace in Plaxtol?

Swapping a basin frequently brings new taps, a new waste and tiling work, and if it’s part of a suite, it may not match. A repair avoids all of that. Our sink repair starts from £95. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before booking.

Why Plaxtol customers choose us

  • Everything repaired in place
  • A fixed quote before booking
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • Most jobs done in one visit

See our pricing.

Your questions about sink repair in Plaxtol

Can you repair an antique basin?

Yes. Period basins are worth keeping, and we repair them sympathetically.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

How do I book?

A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.

Is my repair covered?

All our work carries a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Do you charge for travel?

Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.

Does someone need to be in?

We need someone to let us in. You don’t need to watch us work.

Which areas do you work in?

We cover the entire UK, including Plaxtol and the rest of Kent. Just include your postcode and we’ll offer you dates.

What sink repair costs

Repairs from £95. There’s no charge for travel to Plaxtol. The price comes down to:

  • How many areas need work
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • Unusual colours or finishes

We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Plaxtol. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

How to get a fixed price

It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Try to send:

  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus

To get a price, send two or three pictures using our quote form or ring us. We’ll say immediately if a repair is the right fix.

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