Devon · England
Sink Repair in Sowton
Chip, crack and resurfacing work on bathroom sinks and basins for householders, landlords and businesses in Sowton. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips around the rim
- Chips on a built-in basin
How we handle sink repair in Sowton
Period basins are worth keeping, and we repair around makers’ marks where we can. Replacing them with something similar can be difficult. If you’re dealing with cracks around the tap holes or waste and chips on a built-in basin, we can generally put it right.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee in Sowton and across Devon.
- Where
- Sowton (EX5)
- Region
- Devon
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairs by material
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 a repair cannot fix
In fairness, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- A crack that leaks right through the basin
- A loose basin, until it’s refixed
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we work on in Sowton
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Vanity unit basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Antique & period basins
- Enamelled basins
DIY repairs versus a professional job
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
Landlord and trade work in Sowton
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
Signs you need sink repair in Sowton
Fittings tightened too hard strain the basin, which can crack it around the holes.
Clients normally contact us about:
- Chips on the rim or front edge
- Chips from dropped toiletries
- An antique basin with chips
- A crazed, tired basin
What to look for in a quote
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether they match the colour on site
About Sowton
Sowton is about 3 miles east of Exeter, in Devon. Jobs in Sowton are booked in like any other job: a fixed price from your photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Sowton is one of 586 towns and villages in Devon where we work.
All of EX5 is within our area. Neighbouring places we cover include Clyst Honiton (1 mile north), Monkerton (1 mile north-west), Pinhoe (1 mile north-west), Clyst St Mary (1 mile south) and Clyst Heath (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Exeter (3 miles west), Exmouth (7 miles south), Newton Abbot (15 miles south-west), Tiverton (13 miles north), Teignmouth (12 miles south) and Sidmouth (10 miles east).
Local landmarks in Sowton
Around Sowton, we work in homes near St Luke's Science and Sports College, St Luke's Science and Sports College and Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Pinhoe station, about 1.2 miles north-west. A little further out are Darts Farm (2.9 miles south) and Exeter City Football Club Museum (3.1 miles west). The countryside around Sowton includes Bowling Green Marsh RSPB reserve.
What happens on the day
Here’s how a visit generally runs: we arrive on time, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and clear up. Plan for a couple of hours for most chips from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain when it can be used and how to look after it.
- First, we check the basin is firm and dry.
- The area is degreased and keyed.
- We build up the filler and sand it flush.
- We match the colour and the gloss.
- We tidy up and give you the curing time.
Before we arrive
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Let us know about parking or access
Getting a price
There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Related advice
Why repair rather than replace?
A new basin may mean new taps, a new waste and new tiling, and if it’s part of a suite, it may not match. A repair avoids all of that. Our sink repair starts from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing typically costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
What you get with us
- Everything repaired in place
- Same prices wherever you are
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- One-year guarantee on every repair
See our pricing.
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How to look after the repair
To keep it looking its best:
- Use a heat mat for hair tools
- Keep heavy bottles off the rim
- Fittings shouldn’t be over-tightened
- Have new chips repaired quickly
Use gentle cleaners and take care with heavy bottles and hair tools.
A chip near the waste or taps can let water into the body of the basin, which can stain the repair area. Early repair keeps it a small job.
FAQs for Sowton
Do you charge for travel?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
How do I get a price for sink repair in Sowton?
Repairs from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Can pets and children be at home?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
Will it make a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work carries our one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
Do you restore period basins?
Yes. Where possible, we work around makers’ marks. Tell us about it when you send pictures.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
