280A Brixton Hill, London SW2 1HT | Bus: 159, 133, 45, 57, 137, 417 | Victoria Line 0208 674 7192 | WhatsApp Us | info@fabric-care.co.uk
57+ Repair & Alteration Services

Expert Clothing Repairs & Alterations

Don't bin it — fix it. From a loose button to a full jacket reline, our skilled seamstresses breathe new life into your favourite garments. Fast turnaround, fair prices, right here on Brixton Hill.

Popular Repairs & Prices

Quality craftsmanship at fair prices

Button Re-sew£3.55
Trouser Hemming£17.30
Zip Replacementfrom £16.95
Jacket Take In/Out£37.50
Full Jacket Reline£88.25
Same-Week Turnaround
Free Collection Over £25
Fully Insured
Skilled Seamstresses
30+ Years Experience
Brixton Hill, SW2
57+ Services

Need a quick quote? Send us a photo of your garment on WhatsApp for an instant estimate.

WhatsApp 07818 305913

Repairs & Alterations Services

From quick fixes to complex tailoring — our experienced team handles every type of garment repair and alteration with care.

Buttons & Fasteners

Re-sew loose buttons, replace missing ones, remake buttonholes, and fix clasps and hooks. Quick and affordable.

Zip Repairs & Replacement

New zips fitted for trousers, skirts, jeans, dresses, anoraks and suede jackets. We match the zip to your garment perfectly.

Hemming & Shortening

Professional hemming for trousers, skirts, dresses and shirts. We also lengthen garments where the fabric allows.

Tear & Seam Repairs

Invisible re-stitching for small, regular and large tears. Seam repairs, crutch re-stitching and pocket repairs done expertly.

Taking In & Letting Out

Waist adjustments on trousers, jacket body alterations, tapering trouser legs — we help your clothes fit you perfectly.

Relining

Complete relining for jackets, coats, trousers, dresses and skirts. Also sleeve relining for jackets and coats.

Full Price List

All prices listed below. For complex or bespoke work, pop in or send us a photo on WhatsApp for a quote.

Buttons & Fasteners

Button Re-sew£3.55
Button Replace (new)£4.35
Trousers Button (new)£4.35
Button-Hole Remake£9.75

Zips

Trousers Zip£16.95
Skirt Zip£16.95
Jeans Zip£17.65
Anorak Zip (<20")£25.45
Dress Zip£27.50
Suede Jacket Zip£73.75

Trouser Alterations

Trouser Shortening / Hemming£17.30
Trouser Lengthening£17.30
Waist Take-In£17.30
Waist Let Out£17.30
Tapering (Leg Narrowing)£18.80
Crutch Re-stitch£14.30
Pocket Re-stitch£10.95

Jacket & Coat

Tear Re-stitch (Small)£7.00
Seam Re-stitch£9.50
Tear Re-stitch (Regular)£13.85
Tear Re-stitch (Large)£16.25
Sleeves Lengthen£35.50
Take In / Let Out£37.50
Sleeves Shorten£38.75
Coat Fix Loops£8.55

Skirt, Dress & Shirt

Skirt/Dress Tear Re-stitch (Sm)£11.20
Skirt/Dress Re-stitch Seam£13.75
Skirt/Dress Change Waist£17.30
Resew Hem Pleated£17.05
Skirt/Dress Shorten£23.35
Shirt Shorten Body£19.30
Shirt Shorten Sleeve£21.40
Shirt Turn Collar£21.55
Shirt Turn Cuffs£25.00

Relining

Skirt Reline£23.50
Dress Reline£52.50
Trousers Reline£53.25
Sleeves Reline (Jkt/Coat)£65.75
Coat Reline£83.25
Jacket Reline£88.25

Miscellaneous Repairs

Tear Re-stitch (Small)£10.75
Tear Re-stitch (Regular)£9.15
Tear Re-stitch (Large)£16.25
Crutch Re-stitch£13.25
Sew On Badge£12.00
Hole Repair (Patch)£12.85
Hole Repair (Seaming)£13.75
Inner Pocket (Full)Jacket£16.85

How It Works

Getting your clothes repaired or altered is easy — here's how.

1

Send or Drop Off

WhatsApp us a photo for a quote, call us, or drop your garment into our Brixton Hill shop.

2

We Assess

Our seamstresses inspect your garment and confirm the work needed, time and exact cost.

3

Expert Repair

Your garment is carefully repaired or altered using quality materials and professional techniques.

4

Collect or Deliver

Pick up in-store or enjoy free delivery on orders over £25. Your clothes, good as new.

Why Repair Your Clothes?

Repairing and altering your garments is better for your wallet, your wardrobe, and the planet.

Save Money

A button fix costs £3.55 — replacing a shirt costs £40+. Repairs pay for themselves many times over.

Reduce Waste

The UK sends 350,000 tonnes of clothing to landfill each year. Every repair you make helps reduce textile waste.

Keep What You Love

That favourite jacket, your lucky trousers, a dress that fits just right — we help you keep wearing them for years to come.

Perfect Fit

Lost weight, gained weight, or bought something off-the-rack that doesn't sit right? Alterations give you a tailored fit at a fraction of bespoke prices.

57+
Services Offered
30+
Years Experience
£3.55
Repairs From
Free
Delivery Over £25
Send a Photo for a Quote

What Our Customers Say

Trusted by South Londoners for clothing repairs that look invisible and alterations that fit perfectly.

"Tore my favourite winter coat on a door handle and thought it was ruined. Fabric Care re-stitched it so well I genuinely can't find where the tear was. Incredible work."
DT
David T.
Herne Hill, SE24
"I had three pairs of trousers hemmed and a jacket taken in. Everything fits perfectly now. The WhatsApp service was really handy — sent photos and got a quote in minutes."
AN
Amara N.
Tulse Hill, SE27
"They replaced the zip on my daughter's school coat and re-sewed two badges — all done within three days. Really friendly staff and the prices are very reasonable for the quality."
KW
Karen W.
Brixton, SW2

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our repairs and alterations service.

How long do repairs and alterations take?

Most repairs and simple alterations are completed within 3–5 working days. More complex work like relining or significant alterations may take 5–7 days. If you need something urgently, let us know and we'll do our best to help.

Can I get a quote before committing?

Absolutely. You can send us a photo of your garment via WhatsApp on 07818 305913 for a quick estimate, call us on 0208 674 7192, or simply drop into the shop. We'll always confirm the price before starting any work.

Do you supply the materials (zips, buttons, thread)?

Yes, we supply all materials including matching zips, buttons and thread. The prices listed include materials. If you have a specific button or zip you'd like us to use, you're welcome to bring it in.

Can you alter any type of garment?

We work with virtually all garment types and fabrics — suits, coats, dresses, jeans, knitwear, shirts, school uniforms, and more. For very specialist items (e.g. wedding dresses or leather goods), please get in touch to discuss.

Do you offer collection and delivery?

Yes — free collection and delivery is available on orders over £25 across Brixton, Streatham, Clapham, Herne Hill, Dulwich, Tulse Hill and surrounding areas. Mon–Fri 9am–9pm and Saturday 9am–1pm.

What if I'm not happy with the result?

Your satisfaction is important to us. If you're not happy with any repair or alteration, bring it back and we'll put it right. We've been doing this for over 30 years and take great pride in our work.

Can I combine repairs with dry cleaning?

Yes, and many customers do. You can have your garment repaired or altered and dry cleaned in one visit. We also offer 30% off your first dry cleaning order when you open an account.

Ready to Rescue Your Favourite Garment?

Send us a photo on WhatsApp for a quick quote, give us a call, or pop into our Brixton Hill shop. We're here to help.

Visit Us or Book a Collection

Address
280A Brixton Hill, London SW2 1HT
Transport
Bus: 159, 133, 45, 57, 137, 417 · Victoria Line

Opening Hours

Monday – Friday8:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday9:00am – 5:30pm
SundayClosed

Collection & Delivery

Monday – Friday9:00am – 9:00pm
Saturday9:00am – 1:00pm