Cornwall · England
Sink & basin repair in Salem, Cornwall
Damaged basin in Salem? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A crack near the taps
- Fine cracks across the glaze
Work for landlords and builders
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
About our sink repair in Salem
Antique and period basins are worth repairing, and we repair around makers’ marks where we can. A like-for-like replacement can be hard to find. Whether it’s damage to a basin in a vanity unit and chips around the rim, we can generally put it right, whatever the material.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will come back.
- Where
- Salem (TR4)
- Area hub
- Cornwall
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What a repair can’t fix
Not everything can be repaired, and we will tell you before we start. We cannot fix:
- Plumbing leaks
- Through cracks that let water out
- A loose basin, until it’s refixed
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Vanity unit basins
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Enamelled basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
Should I try a DIY kit first?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
FAQs for Salem
Can pets and children be at home?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Will you leave a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
Can you repair a cracked basin?
Typically, if it isn’t leaking. If it leaks through, replacement is normally better.
Do I have to be there?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Will there be a smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, which is why we ventilate. It clears as the materials cure.
Can you repair a chipped basin?
Yes. We fill the chip, colour-match it and polish it to the basin’s gloss.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
Repairing versus replacing in Salem
Finding the same basin again is not always possible, especially in a matching suite. A repair keeps your suite matching. Our sink repair starts from £95. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why us?
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- One visit for most repairs
- Same prices wherever you are
- A fixed quote before you book
See our prices page.
Nearby places to Salem
What else we do in Salem
Covering Salem
Salem is about 3 miles north-east of Redruth, in Cornwall. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. Salem is one of 644 towns and villages in Cornwall where we work.
We cover every part of the TR4 postcode area. Jobs here include addresses on High Street, Wheal Busy Lane and The Terrace. We also cover the places around Salem: Carnhot (1 mile south-east), Chacewater (1 mile east), Creegbrawse (1 mile south), Jolly's Bottom (1 mile east) and Scorrier (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Truro (5 miles east), Newquay (12 miles north), Falmouth (8 miles south-east), Camborne (6 miles south-west), Redruth (3 miles south-west) and Helston (12 miles south-west).
Around Salem
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Chacewater Community Primary School, Church of Saint Paul and The Rambling Miner pub, among other places. The closest station to Salem is Redruth station, about 3.2 miles south-west. A little further out are Royal Cornwall Hospital (3.3 miles east) and Carn Brea Castle (4.3 miles south-west). The countryside around Salem includes Daubuz Moors and St Agnes Beacon.
How it works
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will get on with it. The job generally runs to a few hours, including clearing up.
- We protect the area around the basin.
- The damage is cleaned and prepared.
- It’s filled and shaped to the basin.
- The colour is matched by hand.
- The repair is polished to the basin’s gloss and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Ask for a price
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Related advice
Different materials, different repairs
Composite and resin
Cast mineral and resin basins are common in vanity units. Chips and scratches can be filled and matched, and the colour is mixed to suit.
Vitreous china
Ceramic basins have a fired, glassy surface. We polish repairs to match the glaze.
What we are called out for in Salem
Basins are right where bottles and hair tools get dropped, from glass bottles to hairdryers. Overtightened fittings can crack ceramic too.
Customers usually contact us about:
- Chips around the rim
- Cracks starting at the waste
- Fine cracks across the glaze
- An antique basin with chips
Before booking anyone
- How long it needs to cure
- How the colour is matched
- What prep work is covered
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
Aftercare tips
Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- Keep straighteners away from the basin
- Do not stand heavy bottles on the edge
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Avoid strong bleach and descalers
Don’t rest hot hair tools or heavy bottles on the rim, so it doesn’t get chipped again.
A crack near the taps can spread, so it’s worth having it checked quickly. If water is getting through, isolate the basin until it’s seen to.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
