Edinburgh · Scotland
Toilet & ceramic chip repair in Silverknowes, Edinburgh
Toilet chip repair across Silverknowes and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage from dropped items
- Chips on the pan or rim
Our work in Silverknowes
Silverknowes is about 3 miles north-west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. We visit homes and businesses in Silverknowes, so there is no workshop to go to. Our repair technicians cover all 175 towns and villages in Edinburgh, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across the EH4 postcode area and the streets around it. From Heath Road, Main Street and Corbiehill Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Other places close to Silverknowes include Davidson's Mains (1 mile south-west), Muirhouse (1 mile east), Craigcrook (1 mile south), Drylaw (1 mile south-east) and West Pilton (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Edinburgh (3 miles south-east), Leith (4 miles east), Bonnington (4 miles east), Greenside (3 miles east), Broughton (3 miles east) and Bellevue (3 miles east).
What’s near Silverknowes
Around Silverknowes, we work in homes near Craigroyston Community High School, St Columba's Parish Church and Edinburgh and the streets around them. The closest station to Silverknowes is South Gyle station, about 2.5 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Western General Hospital (1.5 miles east) and Murrayfield Experience (2.3 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Corstorphine Hill and The New Leaf Co-op.
Toilet chip repair in Silverknowes without replacing anything
A crack that leaks cannot be fixed with a cosmetic repair, and we’ll tell you if that’s what we find. We rebuild the damaged area and match it to the glaze, so the toilet stays in place. We regularly repair vitreous china, toilet pans and pedestals, and people most frequently call us about pieces knocked off during fitting and chips on the cistern lid.
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Edinburgh. Avoid dropping heavy items and use non-abrasive cleaners on the outside of the pan and cistern.
- Location
- Silverknowes (EH4)
- County
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
When we’d advise against a repair
A repair is not right for every job, for example:
- A crack that leaks water
- A crack through the bowl or trap
- A loose pan or leaking seal (that’s a plumbing job)
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Materials we work on in Silverknowes
- Cisterns & lids
- Toilet pans
- Porcelain
- Vitreous china
- Pedestals
Should I try a DIY kit first?
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
Common questions in Silverknowes
Is there a call-out fee?
There is no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.
How soon can you come?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Can a chipped toilet be fixed?
Yes. We repair chips on pans, rims, cisterns and lids.
Will there be a smell?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
Do you come to Silverknowes?
We do. We send a technician to Silverknowes for every job, with no extra charge for travel.
What affects the price in Silverknowes
Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- Access to the area
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- What the surface is made of
A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Getting a price from pictures
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- A wider photo showing the whole toilet
- What it’s made of, if you know
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the toilet, add your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
Should you replace it?
Replacing a toilet needs a plumber and possibly new flooring, and the matching cistern may be discontinued. Repairing the chip leaves it in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book.
Why us?
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- One visit for most repairs
- Colour-matched on site
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Take a look at our prices page.
What we do, step by step
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, do the job and clear up. Allow one to two hours from start to finish. Before we go, we will explain how long to leave it and how to look after it.
- We clean and dry the damaged area.
- Next we rebuild the missing piece to its original shape.
- It’s sanded flush.
- The glaze is colour matched and finished.
- We polish the repair to blend it in.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
Getting a price
If you’re in Silverknowes and want a price, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Advice
What we are called out for in Silverknowes
Most toilet chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted, or when something heavy is dropped. Cistern lids get chipped surprisingly often.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- Marks on the outside of the pan
- Pieces knocked off during fitting
- Damage from dropped items
- Chips on the pan or rim
Before booking anyone
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- What aftercare is recommended
- Who will actually do the work
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Landlord and trade work in Silverknowes
For anyone letting property in or around Silverknowes, we will quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we’ll price them together.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Silverknowes as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it typically costs far less than a refit.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
