Hampshire · England
Sink & basin repair in Winchester, Hampshire
Damaged basin in Winchester? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
- Chips on a built-in basin
Sink repair in Winchester without replacing anything
A chipped basin is one of the most noticeable bits of damage in a bathroom. We fill, shape and polish the damage to blend with the surrounding glaze. We regularly repair antique & period basins, vanity unit basins and Belfast and butler sinks, and common reasons people get in touch are a chipped basin edge and crazing in the glaze.
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
When to call us in Winchester
Overtightened taps and wastes put stress on the ceramic, and cracks can start at the tap holes.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed any of these:
- A crazed, tired basin
- Damage from dropped bottles or hair tools
- A chipped basin edge
- Cracks starting at the waste
What your quote should include
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- Whether they match the colour on site
- When it can be used again
- Aftercare advice
Questions from Winchester
Will there be a smell?
Expect a mild smell while we’re working, which fades afterwards.
Do you need to take the basin off the wall?
No. We repair it where it is, without disconnecting anything.
Is it messy?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we have finished.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair isn’t disturbed while it cures.
What do you need from me?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Is a crack in a basin repairable?
Frequently. Photos let us say whether it’s repairable.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Of course. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
Are you accredited?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
For landlords and businesses
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, pictures and access details and we’ll handle the rest.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
What we cannot put right
We will not take on work that will not last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- A basin cracked through and leaking
- A basin coming away from the wall (that needs refixing)
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.
Surfaces we repair
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Enamelled basins
- Vanity unit basins
- Antique & period basins
What we do, step by step
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a couple of hours for most chips. If anything looks different from your pictures, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- First, we check the basin is firm and dry.
- The area is degreased and keyed.
- Filler is built up and sanded flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched.
- We tidy up and give you the curing time.
Getting ready for the visit
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Open a window if you can
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Getting a price
If you are in Winchester and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
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Can I fix it myself?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. 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.
What your basin is made of matters
Period and antique
Period basins often have marks and character worth keeping. We repair them sympathetically and leave the character intact.
Vitreous china
Vitreous china is fired ceramic with a glassy glaze. We polish repairs to match the glaze.
Looking after it afterwards
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Do not rest hot hair tools on the basin
- Repair chips before they stain
- Fittings shouldn’t be over-tightened
- Store toiletries on a shelf
A quick wipe after use helps, and steer clear of harsh chemicals.
Chips collect dirt and stain over time, so the sooner it’s repaired, the better.
Should you replace it?
Basins are frequently built into vanity units or tiled in, so changing one disturbs the surroundings. Repairing it keeps everything as it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send photos and you will get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Winchester
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Most jobs done in one visit
Read our prices page.
Towns and villages near Winchester
What else we do in Winchester
Winchester and nearby
Winchester is in Hampshire. Jobs in Winchester are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your photos, then a visit to do the work. Our technicians cover 683 places across Hampshire. We work right across the region, from Winchester to London (about 61 miles away).
Our visits in SO22, SO23, SO32 and SO21 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether you live on The Square, Market Street and Market Lane or a nearby road, we can come to you. Winchester is on the A31 and A32, so it’s easy for us to reach. We also travel to Bar End (1 mile south-east), Highcliffe (1 mile east), Hyde (1 mile north), St Cross (1 mile south) and Stanmore (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastleigh (6 miles south), Fareham (15 miles south), Andover (13 miles north-west), Totton (13 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (6 miles south-west) and Hedge End (10 miles south). Winchester is one of the larger places we cover in Hampshire.
Around Winchester
Our clients here include homes close to St Bede Church of England Primary School, Leigh House Hospital and Peter Symonds College. Also close by are St. Cross Park (1 mile south), St Swithun-upon-Kingsgate Church (within half a mile east) and The Green Man pub (under half a mile north-west). Winchester’s nearest station is Winchester station, roughly 0.6 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Winchester City Museum (under half a mile north-east) and St John's Rooms And Chapel (within half a mile east). Open spaces near Winchester include Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
