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Sink Repair for Slutshole homes

Sink repair in Slutshole without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then book a visit.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A crack near the taps
  • A chipped basin edge
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Sink repair near Slutshole

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Period and antique

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

Composite and resin

Cast mineral and resin basins are common in vanity units. They repair well, and the colour is mixed to suit.

Sink repair in Slutshole without replacing anything

From cloakroom basins to period pieces, whatever they’re made of. Taps and wastes stay connected. Whether it’s knocks from hair straighteners and crazing in the glaze, we can help.

The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.

Area
Slutshole (ME13)
Area hub
Kent
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: a chip on the front of a bathroom basin repaired

Slutshole questions

What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

Your quote covers the damage in the photos. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.

Do I need to be at home?

We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.

Will you remove the sink?

No. We repair it where it is, with the taps left connected.

Is there a call-out fee?

Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.

Can you repair several things at once?

Of course, and it normally saves money. Just add the extra items to your pictures and we’ll quote them together.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

Will you leave a mess?

We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.

How do I get a price for sink repair in Slutshole?

Prices start from £95. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

DIY kit or professional repair?

Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

Work for landlords and builders

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

For anyone letting property in or around Slutshole, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we’ll price them together.

Aftercare tips

Once the work has cured, treat it gently:

  • Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
  • Store toiletries on a shelf
  • Avoid abrasive pads
  • Avoid strong bleach and descalers

Use gentle cleaners and avoid dropping heavy bottles or appliances into the basin.

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

What we’re called out for in Slutshole

Basins are right where bottles and hair tools get dropped, so chips are common. Overtightened fittings can crack ceramic too.

If you can see any of these, send us a picture:

  • An original basin worth saving
  • Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
  • Chips on the rim or front edge
  • A crack near the taps

Questions to ask before booking

  • What aftercare is recommended
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • When it can be used again
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers

How to compare quotes

When a repair isn’t the answer

A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:

  • A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
  • Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
  • A crack that leaks right through the basin

Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.

What we work on

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

About Slutshole

Slutshole is about 3 miles east of Faversham, in Kent. Across the ME13 area, we come to you. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Slutshole to London (47 miles away).

All of ME13 is covered. Other places close to Slutshole include Hernhill (1 mile north-east), Staplestreet (1 mile south-west), Dargate (1 mile north-east), Goodnestone (1 mile north-west) and Culmers (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (6 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles west), Whitstable (5 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles west) and Herne Bay (9 miles north-east).

Local landmarks in Slutshole

In Slutshole, that means homes near Hernhill Church of England Primary School, Red Lion pub and Church of St Michael and the streets around them. The closest station to Slutshole is Selling station, about 2.1 miles south. Further afield, we also cover the area around Tower keep castle at Chilham (4.3 miles south) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (5.5 miles east). Not far away are Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.

Map of Slutshole © OpenStreetMap contributors

What happens on the day

We work cleanly and quietly, so you can stay at home while we are there. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes a couple of hours for most chips. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. We start by cleaning the basin and assessing the damage.
  2. The chip or crack is filled and shaped to match the basin.
  3. The finish is matched to the glaze.
  4. We polish the repair to blend it in.
  5. You can typically use the basin later that day or the next.

Before we arrive

  • Make sure the room can be ventilated
  • Make sure the area is dry
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access

Get a quote

For a price in Slutshole, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

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What sink repair costs

Prices start from £95. Prices are worked out job by job. The main factors are:

  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • What the surface is made of

No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

Send photos for a quote

The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Details of any past repairs
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates

Email us a picture of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Slutshole, and we will come back with a fixed quote.

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