Kent · England
Sink Repair for Upstreet homes
Sink repair across Upstreet and nearby, usually in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A crack near the taps
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
Sink repair in Upstreet without replacing anything
From hairline cracks by the taps to chips on the rim, basin damage is usually repaired in place. The taps stay connected and the basin stays on the wall. We regularly repair vanity unit basins, antique & period basins and Belfast and butler sinks, and common reasons people contact us are a crazed, tired basin and cracks starting at the waste.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you’re covered after the visit.
- Where
- Upstreet (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Do you need sink repair in Upstreet?
Dropped glass bottles and heavy toiletries are the usual cause of chips, and some happen during bathroom refits.
Common reasons people in Upstreet contact us include:
- Cracks starting at the waste
- A crazed, tired basin
- A chipped vanity basin
- A period basin that needs restoring
What your quote should include
- Whether the price covers travel
- Aftercare advice
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- What preparation is included
DIY kit or professional repair?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
Upstreet: your questions answered
How soon can you come?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
What do you need from me?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
Are there extra charges for Upstreet?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Yes, we frequently do. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Can you repair an antique basin?
Yes. We repair them without hiding their character.
What happens on the day
Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so you know exactly what we are doing. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. You can expect it to take a few hours.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Get a quote
If you’re in Upstreet and want a price, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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Repair or replace: which is better?
If the basin is cracked right through and leaking, replacement is normally the answer. For chips, surface cracks and crazing, a repair is typically best. Prices start from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Upstreet
- Same prices wherever you are
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- No need to remove anything
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
See our pricing.
Where we work around Upstreet
Upstreet is about 4 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Upstreet is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We work right across the region, from Upstreet to London (57 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: CT3. From St Mary's Gardens, Becketts Wood and Grove Ferry Hill or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Other places close to Upstreet include Grove (1 mile south), West Stourmouth (2 miles east), Sarre (2 miles north-east), Preston (2 miles south-east) and East Stourmouth (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (6 miles south-west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles east), Broadstairs (10 miles east) and Whitstable (8 miles west).
Local landmarks in Upstreet
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of St Mary the Virgin, Chislet Church of England Primary School and Grove Ferry Picnic Area, among other places. Nearby too are The Grove Ferry Inn (under half a mile east) and Spires Academy (2.4 miles west). Upstreet’s nearest station is Sturry station, about 3.8 miles south-west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around St Martins Hospital (5.2 miles south-west). Open spaces near Upstreet include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
When a repair isn’t the answer
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, including:
- A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
- Leaks from the fittings
- Glaze crazing across the entire basin, where resurfacing is better
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we work on in Upstreet
- Vanity unit basins
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Enamelled basins
Work for landlords and builders
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Kent and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
How to care for the repair
Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:
- Fittings shouldn’t be over-tightened
- Avoid abrasive pads
- Avoid strong bleach and descalers
- Do not rest hot hair tools on the basin
Treat the basin gently for the first few days, then stick to mild cleaners. Keep heavy bottles and hot hair tools off the rim.
Chips collect dirt and stain over time, so repairing them early keeps the job simple.
Places near Upstreet
What else we do in Upstreet
What your basin is made of matters
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair carefully around original features and leave the character intact.
Composite and resin
Cast mineral and resin basins are common in vanity units. Chips and scratches can be filled and matched, and the colour is mixed to suit.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
