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Sink & basin repair in Swallows Cross, Essex
Fixed-price sink repair in Swallows Cross and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Repairs from £95
- An antique basin with chips
- Cracks starting at the waste
Common questions in Swallows Cross
Is a crack in a basin repairable?
Generally, if it is not leaking. A crack that leaks right through normally means a new basin.
Which areas do you work in?
Across the UK, so Swallows Cross is covered. Prices do not change with location.
Can a chip in a sink be fixed?
Yes, it’s one of our most common jobs. We shape and polish it to match the glaze.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Can you quote from pictures?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures cannot show what we need.
Do you work in Swallows Cross?
Yes, we do. We send a technician to Swallows Cross for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Sink repair at your home in Swallows Cross
When a basin is worn or crazed all over, we can resurface it in place, for a fresh, even finish. Typical jobs include a period basin that needs restoring and damage to a basin in a vanity unit, in vanity unit basins, enamelled basins and ceramic & vitreous china basins.
Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Swallows Cross and across Essex.
- Where
- Swallows Cross (CM15)
- Area hub
- Essex
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Our work in Swallows Cross
Swallows Cross is about 3 miles north-east of Brentwood, in Essex. Across the CM15 area, we carry out the work at your property. We work in 644 places in Essex. We work right across the region, from Swallows Cross to London (about 22 miles away).
Jobs in CM15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Thoby Lane and Wyatt's Green Road. Nearby, we also work in Wyatt's Green (1 mile north-west), Green Street (1 mile north-east), Mountnessing (1 mile south-east), Doddinghurst (1 mile west) and Beggar Hill (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (8 miles north-east), Basildon (8 miles south-east), Harlow (12 miles north-west), Brentwood (3 miles south-west), Canvey Island (15 miles south-east) and Billericay (5 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Swallows Cross
Around Swallows Cross, we work in homes near Shenfield High School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Ingatestone station, roughly 2.3 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Brentwood Community Hospital (2.9 miles south). Not far away are Thorndon Park.
Repairing versus replacing in Swallows Cross
A basin is normally fixed into a unit or tiled around, so replacing one disturbs more than you’d expect. Repairing it keeps everything as it is. Our sink repair starts from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why Swallows Cross customers choose us
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Work done at your home or business
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Everything repaired in place
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Looking after it afterwards
It’s all simple stuff:
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
- Get chips repaired early
- Do not rest hot hair tools on the basin
A quick wipe after use helps, and avoid strong bleach or descalers.
Cracks by the tap holes can grow, so it’s worth having it checked quickly. If it’s leaking, turn off the water to the basin until it’s checked.
Honest limits
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- A loose basin, until it’s refixed
- Through cracks that let water out
- Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before you book.
Materials we repair
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Vanity unit basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Enamelled basins
Repairs by material
Vitreous china
Ceramic basins have a fired, glassy surface. We polish repairs to match the glaze.
Composite and resin
Many vanity units have resin or composite basins. They repair well, with colour mixed on site.
For landlords and businesses
If you manage property in Swallows Cross, we will quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we will come back with a combined price.
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
What sink repair costs
Repairs from £95. You won’t pay by the hour. The price is based on:
- How many areas need work
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The material and finish
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book.
How to get a fixed quote
Two or three clear pictures are generally enough. Try to include:
- Details of any past repairs
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Natural light rather than flash
If you’re in Swallows Cross and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
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 typically the cheaper route.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
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What happens on the day
We turn up when we said we would, introduces themselves and looks over the damage before anything else. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before we open a single tin. The work itself takes a morning or an afternoon, and the room is left clean and tidy.
- We check the basin is secure and not leaking.
- 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
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Getting a price
You do not need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
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