Dudley · England
Sink & basin repair in Woodside, Dudley
Sink repair in Woodside without the cost of replacing. Send us photos for a fixed quote, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- A period basin that needs restoring
- Crazing in the glaze
How we handle sink repair in Woodside
Antique and period basins are worth repairing, and we work around makers’ marks wherever possible. A like-for-like replacement can be hard to find. Whether it’s damage from dropped bottles or hair tools and chips on the rim or front edge, we can typically put it right, whatever the material.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are not left on your own once we have gone.
- Where
- Woodside (DY5, DY2, DY1)
- County
- Dudley
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
About Woodside
Woodside is about 1 mile south-west of Dudley, in Dudley. We visit homes and businesses in Woodside and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. Woodside is one of 63 towns and villages in Dudley where we work. We work right across the region, from Woodside to Birmingham (about 9 miles away).
Our technicians cover all of the DY5, DY2 and DY1 postcode area. You’ll find streets such as Dudley Road, Planet Road and Avenue Road. Woodside sits on or near the A4036, which makes travel easy. We also cover the places around Woodside: Bromley (1 mile west), Brierley Hill (1 mile south), Quarry Bank (1 mile south), Ridge Hill (2 miles south-west) and Kingswinford (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Halesowen (4 miles south-east), Stourbridge (3 miles south-west), Hasbury (4 miles south-east), Norton (3 miles south-west), Belle Vale (3 miles south-east) and Oldswinford (3 miles south).
Near you in Woodside
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Blue Brick pub, Pegasus Academy and Church of Saint Augustine of Hippo, among other places. Also close by are Woodside Primary School and Nursery (within half a mile north-east), Buckpool and Fens Pool Local Nature Reserve (0.7 miles west) and Hillcrest School (1.1 miles east). For rail, the closest station is Cradley Heath station, roughly 1.9 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Russells Hall Hospital (0.7 miles north) and Dudley Castle (2.1 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Portway Hill and Mons Hill.
What happens on the day
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you’re not left guessing. Once we are there, the work takes a couple of hours for most chips. We leave the room clean and ready to use once it has cured.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Let us know about parking or access
Get a quote
You do not need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Advice
For landlords and businesses
For anyone letting property in or around Woodside, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we will come back with a combined price.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
What we can’t put right
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- A crack that leaks right through the basin
- Crazing all over, which suits resurfacing
- A basin that moves on its brackets
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we work on in Woodside
- Enamelled basins
- Ceramic & vitreous china basins
- Belfast and butler sinks
- Vanity unit basins
- Antique & period basins
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. We price every job individually, from your photos. The main factors are:
- How many items we do on one visit
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The material
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Getting a price from photos
Two or three clear photos are generally enough. Try to include:
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A wider photo showing the whole basin
- The material, if you know it
- Natural light rather than flash
We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
Also near Woodside
Other services in Woodside
Repairs by material
Vitreous china
Ceramic basins have a fired, glassy surface. We polish repairs to match the glaze.
Period and antique
Period basins often have marks and character worth keeping. We repair them sympathetically and leave the character intact.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. 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.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Aftercare tips
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Don’t rest hot hair tools on the basin
- Steer clear of harsh chemicals
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Ask a plumber not to overtighten fittings
A quick wipe after use helps, and steer clear of harsh chemicals.
A crack near the taps can spread, so get it looked at early. If it’s leaking, turn off the water to the basin until it’s checked.
Common questions in Woodside
Can you keep the maker’s mark?
Yes. We repair around makers’ marks where we can. Mention it when you ask for a quote.
What happens next?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote and the next dates we have.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
Do you work in Woodside?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Woodside. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Include photos of each item.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Is a chipped basin repairable?
Yes. We fill the chip, colour-match it and polish it to the basin’s gloss.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Why repair rather than replace?
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. Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Woodside. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Woodside
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
Take a look at our full price list.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
