Dorset · England
Sink & basin repair in Whitmore, Dorset
Problem with your basin in Whitmore? We put it right where it is, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped vanity basin
- Crazing in the glaze
Sink repair at your home in Whitmore
Antique and period basins are worth repairing, and we work around makers’ marks wherever possible. Replacing them with something similar can be difficult. Our technicians work on enamelled basins, Belfast and butler sinks and vanity unit basins, and people most frequently call us about an original basin worth saving and chips around the rim.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard.
- Location
- Whitmore (BH21)
- County
- Dorset
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
When a repair is not the answer
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- A loose basin, until it’s refixed
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- A basin cracked through and leaking
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Antique & period basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Vanity unit basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Enamelled basins
Aftercare tips
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Repair chips before they stain
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Keep heavy bottles off the rim
Wipe the basin over after use, and avoid strong bleach or descalers.
A crack near the taps can spread, so get it looked at early. If water is getting through, isolate the basin until it’s seen to.
About Whitmore
Whitmore is about 2 miles west of Verwood, in Dorset. Jobs in Whitmore are booked in like any other job: a fixed price from your photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Whitmore is one of 462 towns and villages in Dorset we cover.
Our visits in BH21 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether you live on Hillside Road, Burgess Field and Verwood Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. If you are just outside Whitmore, we cover Woodlands (1 mile west), Knob's Crook (1 mile south), Horton Heath (2 miles south), Haythorne (2 miles south-west) and Mannington (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Christchurch (12 miles south-east), Wimborne Minster (6 miles south-west), Blandford Forum (11 miles west), Shaftesbury (15 miles north-west), Ferndown (5 miles south) and Broadstone (9 miles south-west).
Near you in Whitmore
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of the Ascension and Emmanuel Middle Church of England Middle School, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find St Leonard's Hospital (5 miles south-east) and Cranborne Castle Hill (2.3 miles north).
What we’re called out for in Whitmore
Fittings tightened too hard strain the basin, which can crack it around the holes.
People typically call us after spotting something like this:
- Chips on the rim or front edge
- An antique basin with chips
- Damage to a basin in a vanity unit
- Knocks from hair straighteners
Before you book anyone
- When it can be used again
- Aftercare advice
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
Common questions in Whitmore
Is there a guarantee?
All our work carries our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Will the price change on the day?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there’s more, we’ll tell you before starting.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
Can a cracked sink be fixed?
Surface cracks can usually be repaired. A crack that leaks right through typically means a new basin.
What do you need from me?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we will take it from there.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Usually, yes. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send pictures.
How we price sink repair
Prices start from £95. There is no charge for travel to Whitmore. The price depends on:
- Access to the area
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The colour and finish to match
A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.
How to get a fixed quote
Before you send pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- A photo taken from further back
- Any details about the material
We price from photos so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
What we do, step by step
We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. It normally takes a morning or an afternoon, and we will keep you posted as we go.
- We check the basin is secure and not leaking.
- We degrease and key the damage.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
Ask for a price
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the basin, include your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Advice
Repairing versus replacing in Whitmore
A basin cracked through and leaking needs replacing. For chips, surface cracks and crazing, a repair is generally best. Our sink repair starts from £95. We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Whitmore
- One price list for the whole UK
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- A fixed quote before booking
- Usually one visit, start to finish
Read our prices page.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.
It’s natural to want to try a repair 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.
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What your basin is made of matters
Vitreous china
Ceramic basins have a hard, glassy glaze. Matching that shine is the key to a good repair, so we finish the repair to the same sheen.
Period and antique
Older basins may have crazing, chips and makers’ marks. We repair carefully around original features.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
