Aberdeenshire · Scotland
Sink & basin repair in Strachan, Aberdeenshire
Sink repair in and around Strachan: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Cracks starting at the waste
- Fine cracks across the glaze
Work for landlords and builders
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details and we will handle the rest.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Sink repair in Strachan without replacing anything
From cloakroom basins to period pieces, in ceramic, composite and enamel. There is no plumbing to disconnect. Common call-outs are for an original basin worth saving and chips on the rim or front edge, on vanity unit basins, enamelled basins and ceramic & vitreous china basins.
We guarantee the work for a year. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Area
- Strachan (AB31)
- Area hub
- Aberdeenshire
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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Why repair rather than replace?
A basin cracked through and leaking needs replacing. For chips, surface cracks and crazing, a repair is usually best. Prices start from £95. The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Strachan
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- One price list for the entire UK
See our full price list.
What sink repair costs
Repairs from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:
- How many areas need work
- The material and finish
- The type of damage
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
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 make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
How to get a fixed price
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Details of any past repairs
- Any details about the material
- A picture taken from further back
If you are in Strachan and want a price, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Covering Strachan
Strachan is about 18 miles south-west of Aberdeen, in Aberdeenshire. We visit homes and businesses in Strachan and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. Strachan is one of 161 towns and villages in Aberdeenshire we cover. Our jobs stretch from Strachan to Edinburgh (about 79 miles away).
We work across AB31. Jobs here include addresses on Bowbutts Brae and Feugh View and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Strachan: Banchory (3 miles north-east), Inchmarlo (3 miles north), Crossroads (5 miles east), Crathes (5 miles north-east) and Potarch (5 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Westhill (13 miles north-east), Stonehaven (12 miles east), Kemnay (15 miles north), Laurencekirk (13 miles south), Aboyne (10 miles west) and Newtonhill (14 miles east).
Landmarks near Strachan
We visit homes around Strachan Parish Church And Churchyard, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Glen O'Dee Hospital (2.8 miles north) and Castlehill of Strachan (1.2 miles west). Not far away are Scolty Hill and Black Loch.
Different materials, different repairs
Vitreous china
Ceramic basins have a hard, glassy glaze. The gloss is what makes a repair blend in, so we finish the repair to the same sheen.
Period and antique
Period basins frequently have marks and character worth keeping. We repair carefully around original features.
Common problems we fix in Strachan
Bathroom basins get knocked all the time: bottles, hair straighteners and razors chip the rim and front edge. Cracks tend to start near the tap holes and waste.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- Fine cracks across the glaze
- Chips on a built-in basin
- An original basin worth saving
- Chips on the rim or front edge
What your quote should include
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- What preparation is included
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- Whether the price covers travel
DIY repairs versus a professional job
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 normally the cheaper route.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
Looking after it afterwards
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Keep heavy bottles off the rim
- Keep straighteners away from the basin
- Use gentle cleaners
- Do not overtighten taps
Go gently for the first few days, then clean it with mild products. Keep heavy bottles and hot tools away from the rim.
Chips near the waste or taps can let water in, which can stain the repair area. Repairing it early keeps the job small.
Questions from Strachan
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Most of the time. Tell us what was done before.
Can you keep the maker’s mark?
Yes, carefully. Period basins are worth keeping, and we repair them sympathetically.
What happens if you find more damage?
If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Can you repair a chipped basin?
Yes, it’s one of our most common jobs. The repair is shaped and polished to blend in.
Is there any odour?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
Do you disconnect the taps?
No. The repair is done in place, without disconnecting anything.
Is a crack in a basin repairable?
Often. Photos let us say whether it’s repairable.
Can landlords book you?
Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
How the visit works
On the day, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take a couple of hours for most chips. We clean up when we’re done and let you know when you can use it again.
- First, we check the basin is firm and dry.
- The area is degreased and keyed.
- Filler is built up and sanded flush.
- We match the colour and the gloss.
- We tidy up and give you the curing time.
Preparing for the visit
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
How to get a price
Upload a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you are in Strachan, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
