Edinburgh · Scotland
Toilet & ceramic chip repair in Dumbiedykes, Edinburgh
Our technicians come to Dumbiedykes for chip and break repairs to toilets, cisterns and other ceramics. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips on the pan or rim
- Damage from dropped items
How we handle toilet chip repair in Dumbiedykes
Chips are rebuilt and colour-matched to the glaze, so you don’t need a plumber or a new toilet. A crack that leaks cannot be fixed with a cosmetic repair, and we’ll tell you if that’s what we find. If you are dealing with damage from dropped items and pieces knocked off during fitting, we can typically put it right, whatever the material.
We guarantee the work for a year. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it. Avoid dropping heavy items and clean the outside of the pan gently.
- Area
- Dumbiedykes (EH8, EH1, EH7)
- Area hub
- Edinburgh
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Dumbiedykes as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
What we can’t put right
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:
- A crack that leaks water
- A crack through the bowl or trap
- A loose pan or leaking seal (that’s a plumbing job)
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Dumbiedykes
- Pedestals
- Cisterns & lids
- Porcelain
- Vitreous china
- Toilet pans
Should you replace it?
A new toilet means a plumber and sometimes new flooring around the pan, and a matching cistern may no longer be made. Repairing the chip keeps the toilet you have. Prices start from £95. A repair usually costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why us?
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- No need to remove anything
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Colour mixed on the day to match
Read our full price list.
What else we do in Dumbiedykes
About Dumbiedykes
Dumbiedykes is about 1 mile east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Book a date that suits you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. We work in 175 places across Edinburgh, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of EH8, EH1 and EH7 is within our area. Whether you live on High Street, Calton Road and Hutton Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. We also travel to Holyrood (1 mile north-west), Canongate (1 mile north), Buccleuch (1 mile south-west), Old Town (1 mile west) and Greenside (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Queensferry (9 miles west), Southhouse (3 miles south), Gilmerton (4 miles south-east), Muirhouse (3 miles north-west), Slateford (3 miles south-west) and Gracemount (3 miles south).
Around Dumbiedykes
Around Dumbiedykes, we work in homes near St Trinnean's School, Holyrood Park and Edinburgh. You will also find St Cuthbert's Church (1.1 miles west), The World's End pub (within half a mile north-west), Scottish Poetry Library (under half a mile north) and London Street Primary School (0.8 miles north-west). The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley station, about 0.5 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Deaconess Hospital (within half a mile south-west) and Edinburgh Castle (0.9 miles west). For a walk, there’s Dunsapie Loch and Salisbury Crags.
- Schools near Dumbiedykes include Old Royal High School (under half a mile north)
What happens on the day
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. Once we are there, the work takes an hour or two. We leave the room clean.
- First the damaged area is cleaned and dried.
- Missing material is filled and rebuilt to the original shape.
- We sand it flush.
- The glaze is colour matched and finished.
- We polish the repair to blend it in.
Preparing for the visit
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Getting a price
Most clients in Dumbiedykes get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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Common problems we fix in Dumbiedykes
Toilets and cisterns usually get chipped during fitting, or when something heavy is dropped. Cistern lids are a common casualty.
The most common problems we are called about are:
- Damage from dropped items
- Marks on the outside of the pan
- Chips on the cistern lid
- Pieces knocked off during fitting
What to look for in a quote
- Whether they match the colour on site
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Aftercare advice
- If travel is included in the price
What toilet chip repair costs
Prices start from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We look at:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The material and finish
It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.
How to get a fixed price
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Any details about the material
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
Dumbiedykes: your questions answered
What do you need from me?
Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.
Is there any odour?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and you’ll get one combined price.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Is my repair covered?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
What happens next?
You will get a fixed quote back, usually with dates to choose from. You are under no obligation.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
DIY kit or professional repair?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
