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Worktop Repair in Old St Mellons
Worktop repair in Old St Mellons without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed quote from your pictures, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- A heat mark or burn
- A chipped quartz edge
Where we work around Old St Mellons
Old St Mellons is about 4 miles north-east of Cardiff, in Cardiff. Our repair technicians come to clients in Old St Mellons and the surrounding area, so you don’t need to take anything anywhere. Old St Mellons is one of 91 places in Cardiff where we work.
Jobs in CF3 and CF23 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Mill Lane, Began Road and Church Road, and we cover them all. Close by, we cover Llanedeyrn Village (1 mile west), St Mellons (1 mile south-east), Began (1 mile north), Llanrumney (1 mile south-west) and Pentwyn (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Cardiff (4 miles south-west), Ely (7 miles south-west), Castle (4 miles south-west), Adamsdown (4 miles south-west), Roath (4 miles south-west) and Splott (4 miles south-west).
Around Old St Mellons
Typical jobs here are in homes near Bishop Childs C.I.W. Primary School, St Mellon's Church and Rumney High School and the streets around them. Nearby too are St Edeyrn's Church (0.5 miles west) and The Unicorn pub (0.5 miles west). Old St Mellons’s nearest station is Llanishen station, about 2.9 miles west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around University Dental Hospital on Cardiff University (3.9 miles south-west) and Regimental Museum of 1st The Queens Dragoon Guards (3.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Old St Mellons includes Roath Park Lake and The Mount.
How we handle worktop repair in Old St Mellons
Matching a pattern is the skilled part of a worktop repair. We build up the colour and flecks by hand so the repair blends in. Whether it’s cuts and scratches in the surface and a damaged sink edge, we can generally put it right, whatever the material.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Area
- Old St Mellons (CF3, CF23)
- County
- Cardiff
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What your worktop is made of matters
Solid surface
Solid surface tops are the same material all the way through, so scratches and burns can often be sanded out and refinished.
Wood
Timber tops can be sanded and refinished, with burns and dents put right.
Repair or replace: which is better?
A new worktop means removing the old one, templating and fitting a replacement and refitting the sink and hob, and it may not match the rest of the kitchen. Repairing the damage leaves the worktop in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Old St Mellons
- Colour-matched on site
- Same prices wherever you are
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- A year’s guarantee on all work
See our pricing.
When we’d advise against a repair
Not everything can be repaired, and we would rather say so up front. We can’t fix:
- Laminate that has blown or swollen
- Severe heat marks in quartz
- A top that moves on its units
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Granite & marble
- Laminate
- Quartz
- Solid wood
- Solid surface (such as Corian)
How it works
On the day, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a few hours, depending on the damage. We tidy up before we leave and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- The area around the damage is protected.
- We clean the damage and remove anything loose.
- It’s filled and levelled with the surface.
- We recreate the colour and pattern by hand.
- The repair is sealed and polished to match.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
Get a quote
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.
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What else we do in Old St Mellons
Do you need worktop repair in Old St Mellons?
Cut-outs for the sink and hob are the weakest parts, so cracks and chips often start there.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Chips on edges and corners
- Dents and gouges
- Knife marks
- Burns from hot pans
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- When it can be used again
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
DIY repairs versus a professional job
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
Questions from Old St Mellons
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before.
Does someone need to be in?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
How much does worktop repair cost in Old St Mellons?
Repairs from £95. We give a fixed price based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Will there be a smell?
There can be some smell while we work, which is why we ventilate. It clears as the materials cure.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
How much do I need to move?
Only the area we are working on. We protect the rest of the kitchen.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. If pictures do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.
Keeping it looking good
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Dry around the sink and joints
- Avoid harsh chemicals on stone and quartz
- Keep wood oiled
- Never put hot pans down directly
Always use a trivet and chopping board, wipe up spills promptly, and re-oil wooden worktops regularly.
Edge chips can get bigger, and water can reach the core of laminate. Repairing it early stops that.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:
- How much damage there is
- The colour and finish to match
- What kind of damage it is
- The material and finish
Compared with replacing, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Send pictures for a quote
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed quote without visiting.
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