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Sink & basin repair in Puttock's End, Essex

Sink repair in Puttock's End without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then we come to you.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips around the rim
  • Chips from dropped toiletries
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Book sink repair in Puttock's End

Sink repair in Puttock's End, done in place

If the whole basin is crazed or worn, it can be resurfaced in place, giving it an even new finish. Common call-outs are for an original basin worth saving and chips around the rim, in antique & period basins, ceramic & vitreous china basins and enamelled basins.

Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Puttock's End and across Essex.

Crack in a basin rim, shown before and after repair
Where
Puttock's End (CM22)
County
Essex
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

What we are called out for in Puttock's End

A basin sits at just the right height to be hit by everything. Fittings that are overtightened can also crack the ceramic.

Common reasons people in Puttock's End contact us are:

  • A crazed, tired basin
  • Chips on the rim or front edge
  • Cracks around the tap holes or waste
  • An antique basin with chips

Questions to ask before you book

  • Whether the price covers travel
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • How to look after the finish

10 questions to ask before you book

Covering Puttock's End

Puttock's End is about 5 miles east of Bishop's Stortford, in Essex. Our technicians come to homes and businesses in Puttock's End and the surrounding area, so nothing has to leave your home. Our technicians cover all 644 towns and villages in Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 29 miles away.

Postcode districts we cover here: CM22. Neighbouring places we cover include Hope End Green (1 mile north), Hellman's Cross (1 mile south-east), Smith's Green (1 mile north), Little Canfield (1 mile north) and Takeley (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (12 miles south-east), Braintree (12 miles east), Harlow (9 miles south-west), Saffron Walden (12 miles north), Great Dunmow (4 miles east) and Epping (13 miles south-west).

What’s near Puttock's End

In Puttock's End, that means homes near Takeley Primary School, among other places. Puttock's End’s nearest station is Stansted Airport station, about 2.4 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find Little Easton Moat (3.1 miles north-east) and Herts and Essex Hospital (4.5 miles west). Open spaces near Puttock's End include Rushy Mead and Portingbury Hills.

Map of Puttock's End © OpenStreetMap contributors

When a repair is not the answer

A repair isn’t always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. We cannot fix:

  • A loose basin, until it’s refixed
  • A basin cracked through and leaking
  • Glaze crazing across the whole basin, where resurfacing is better

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.

What we work on

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

Can I fix it myself?

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.

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, then guarantee it for a year.

Puttock's End questions

Can a cracked sink be fixed?

In many cases. Photos let us say whether it’s repairable.

Are you a vetted contractor?

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

How quickly can you book me in?

That depends on our diary for your area. Send pictures with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.

Do you work in Puttock's End?

We do. Repair technicians travel to Puttock's End from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

How much does sink repair cost in Puttock's End?

Repairs from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

Do you restore period basins?

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

Can landlords book you?

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

Does someone need to be in?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.

Aftercare tips

To keep it looking its best for years:

  • Do not overtighten taps
  • Steer clear of harsh chemicals
  • Keep heavy bottles off the rim
  • Avoid abrasive pads

Keep hair straighteners and heavy bottles away from the basin edge, to avoid new chips.

Chips near the waste or taps can let water in. Repairing it early keeps the job small.

What we do, step by step

You do not need to empty the room. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and start once you’re happy with the plan. It usually takes a morning or an afternoon, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.

  1. First the basin is cleaned and the damage checked.
  2. The chip or crack is filled and shaped to match the basin.
  3. We mix the colour to suit the glaze.
  4. We polish it into the surrounding surface.
  5. You can usually use the basin later that day or the next.

How to prepare

  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat

Getting a price

If you are in Puttock's End and want a price, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Get a fixed price

Related advice

Repairing versus replacing in Puttock's End

A basin is usually fixed into a unit or tiled around, so changing one disturbs the surroundings. A repair avoids that. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Puttock's End

  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • No extra charge for your area

Read our pricing.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Puttock's End

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Puttock's End as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it usually costs far less than a refit.

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.

How we price sink repair

Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Puttock's End. What changes the price is:

  • Doing more than one item at once
  • What kind of damage it is
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • The material

Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Quotes from your photos

A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:

  • Something in shot to show the size
  • Any details about the material
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole basin, include your postcode and send them to us. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.

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