Essex · England
Sink & basin repair in Shelley, Essex
Our repair technicians come to Shelley for chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- An original basin worth saving
- A crazed, tired basin
Sink repair in Shelley without replacing anything
We repair chips, cracks and crazing in ceramic basins and vanity units, with the colour and shine matched to the basin. The basin stays on the wall. We’re frequently asked to fix damage to a basin in a vanity unit and fine cracks across the glaze, in enamelled basins, antique & period basins and ceramic & vitreous china basins.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months in Shelley and everywhere else. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Where
- Shelley (CM5)
- Area hub
- Essex
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Should you replace it?
Basins are often built into vanity units or tiled in, so replacing one disturbs more than you’d expect. Repairing it keeps everything as it is. Prices start from £95. A repair usually costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send pictures and we’ll give you the exact figure.
What you get with us
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- We leave the room as we found it
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
Read our pricing.
What your basin is made of matters
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair carefully around original features.
Composite and resin
Cast mineral and resin basins are common in vanity units. They repair well, with colour mixed on site.
What affects the price in Shelley
Prices start from £95. We do not charge extra for travel to Shelley. The price depends on:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How hard the colour is to match
- Whether we combine several jobs
We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Quotes from your pictures
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Please include:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Natural light rather than flash
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire basin, add your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
For landlords and businesses
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details and we will handle the rest.
Also in Shelley
Covering Shelley
Shelley is about 7 miles south-east of Harlow, in Essex. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. We cover 644 places in Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Shelley to London (21 miles away).
Every address in CM5 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From St Peter's Avenue, Bewlay Close and Queensway or a nearby road, we can come to you. We also cover the places around Shelley: Chipping Ongar (1 mile south), Greensted (1 mile south-west), High Ongar (1 mile south-east), Bobbingworth (1 mile north-west) and Greensted Green (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Chelmsford (11 miles east), Basildon (14 miles south-east), Harlow (7 miles north-west), Brentwood (7 miles south-east), Billericay (10 miles south-east) and Loughton (9 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Shelley
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Cock Tavern, Ongar Primary School and Church of St Peter, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Willingale Doe (4 miles north-east) and St. Margaret's Hospital (5.1 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Gernon Bushes.
What we’re called out for in Shelley
Fine crazing in the glaze is usually down to age, and harsh cleaners can make it worse.
If you can see any of these, send us a photo:
- A chipped basin edge
- A chipped vanity basin
- Cracks starting at the waste
- An antique basin with chips
Comparing quotes
- Aftercare advice
- How the room is protected while they work
- Whether they match the colour on site
- What happens if they find more damage
When we’d advise against a repair
Not everything can be repaired, and we’ll tell you before we start. Repairs won’t solve:
- A crack that leaks right through the basin
- Leaks from the fittings
- Glaze crazing across the entire basin, where resurfacing is better
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Vanity unit basins
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Enamelled basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
Aftercare tips
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Get chips repaired early
- Keep heavy bottles off the rim
- Use gentle cleaners
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
A quick wipe after use helps, and avoid strong bleach or descalers.
An unrepaired chip soon stains, so repairing them early keeps the job simple.
Shelley: your questions answered
What does sink repair cost?
Prices start from £95. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.
Can landlords book you?
Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Can you keep the maker’s mark?
Yes, carefully. We repair them without hiding their character.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
What areas do you cover?
Across the UK, and that includes Shelley. Prices don’t change with location.
How soon can you come?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
What happens if you find more damage?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
The process
You do not need to empty the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and start once you are happy with the plan. Most jobs take a morning or an afternoon, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- First the basin is cleaned and the damage checked.
- The chip or crack is filled and shaped to match the basin.
- The finish is matched to the glaze.
- We polish it into the surrounding surface.
- The basin can usually be used later that day or the following day.
Before we arrive
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Open a window if you can
Getting a price
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
Advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
