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Sink Repair in Upottery
Sink repair across Upottery and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
- Cracks around the tap holes or waste
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 the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
Sink repair at your home in Upottery
Whether it’s a chipped rim or a crack by the tap holes, most basin damage can be repaired without removing anything. Nothing is unplumbed or taken off the wall. We regularly repair ceramic & vitreous china basins, Belfast and butler sinks and vanity unit basins, and common reasons people contact us are damage from dropped bottles or hair tools and an original basin worth saving.
Every repair is covered by our one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Upottery (EX14)
- Region
- Devon
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we will take it from there. The job generally runs to a morning or an afternoon, tidy-up included.
- We check the basin is secure and not leaking.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
How to get a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed quote the same day in most cases.
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Upottery questions
Can landlords book you?
Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote with dates.
Do you restore period basins?
Yes. Period basins are worth keeping, and we repair them sympathetically.
Can you repair a cracked basin?
Frequently. Send us photos and we will tell you.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
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.
How do I book?
Photos of the damage, a picture of the whole basin and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
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When a repair isn’t the answer
Not everything can be repaired, and we’d rather say so up front. We cannot fix:
- A crack that leaks right through the basin
- Leaks from the fittings
- Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Antique & period basins
- Enamelled basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Vanity unit basins
Looking after it afterwards
Aftercare is simple:
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
- Store toiletries on a shelf
- Get chips repaired early
- Keep straighteners away from the basin
Use gentle cleaners and take care with heavy bottles and hair tools.
Chips collect dirt and stain over time, so repairing them early keeps the job simple.
What your basin is made of matters
Vitreous china
Ceramic basins have a fired, glassy surface. Repairs are polished to match that glaze.
Period and antique
Period basins frequently have marks and character worth keeping. We repair carefully around original features.
Where we work around Upottery
Upottery is about 5 miles north-east of Honiton, in Devon. Across the EX14 area, a technician comes to you. Our technicians cover 586 places across Devon.
Our visits in EX14 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. We regularly work on streets such as Manor Green and Sandy's Lane and the roads around them. Nearby, we also work in Smeatharpe (2 miles north), Yarcombe (3 miles east), Monkton (3 miles south), Churchinford (3 miles north) and Stockland (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Tiverton (15 miles west), Sidmouth (13 miles south), Honiton (5 miles south-west), Cullompton (11 miles west), Seaton (11 miles south) and Cranbrook (14 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Upottery
Around Upottery, we work in homes near The Sidmouth Arms Including Front Boundary Walls, Upottery Primary School and Church of St Mary the Virgin and the streets around them. A little further out are Stockland Little Castle (3.1 miles south-east) and Dunkeswell Memorial Museum (3.9 miles west). The countryside around Upottery includes Bishopswood Meadows and Hartridge Hill.
Repair or replace in Upottery?
If the basin is cracked right through and leaking, replacement is usually the answer. For chips and surface damage, repair is the better route. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair normally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Upottery
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
Take a look at our full price list.
When to call us in Upottery
Fittings tightened too hard strain the basin, and cracks can start at the tap holes.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- Chips around the rim
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
- A crack near the taps
Questions to ask before booking
- How the colour is matched
- How to care for the finish
- What prep work is covered
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The material
The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before booking.
How to get a fixed quote
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A wider photo showing the entire basin
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Natural light rather than flash
There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
