Elegance Dry Cleaners, Clapham

Zip Repair and Replacement in Clapham

Broken, stuck or splitting zips on jackets, coats, trousers, skirts and dresses, repaired or replaced neatly.

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35+
Years on Northcote Road
5,500+
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Same-day
Service on many items
Quick answer

Need a zip repaired in Clapham? Elegance Dry Cleaners at 180 Northcote Rd repairs and replaces zips on jackets, coats, trousers, skirts and dresses. We tell you whether a repair or full replacement is best, and quote before any work begins.

Clothing repair and alteration work with needle and scissors
35+years on Northcote Road
Zip Repair

A broken zip does not mean a ruined garment

A stuck, split or missing zip makes a good garment unwearable, but it is usually a simple repair compared with replacing the item. We repair zips, replace sliders and fit new zips to jackets, coats, trousers, skirts and dresses, matching the length and colour as closely as we can. Bring it in and we will tell you whether a repair will do or a new zip is needed.

What you get

What we repair

Zip repairs and replacements

Tell us what the zip is doing, and we will recommend the simplest fix.

Trouser and skirt zips

Replacing fly and side zips on trousers, jeans and skirts.

Jacket and coat zips

Repairing or replacing zips on jackets and coats, including lined garments.

Dress zips

Replacing and repairing zips on dresses, including concealed zips.

Sliders and pulls

Replacing a worn slider or a broken pull so the zip works again.

Stuck and split zips

Freeing stuck zips and fixing zips that will not stay closed.

Linings and seams

Repairing the lining and seams around a new zip so it finishes neatly.

Fabric care

Garments we repair zips on

The right zip depends on the garment, so we check weight, length and construction.

JacketsCoatsTrousersJeansSkirtsDressesLined garmentsLeather and suedeKnitwearSportswear
How it works

How zip repair works

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1. Bring it in

Show us the garment and tell us what the zip is doing.

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2. Diagnose the fault

We check whether the slider, teeth or tape is damaged.

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3. Quote and ready date

You get a price and timing before any work begins.

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4. Repair or replace

We repair the zip, or fit a new one and finish the seams.

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5. Test and check

We test the zip and check the finish.

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6. Collect or delivery

Collect in store, or ask about collection and delivery.

Expert tips

Zip care tips

A few habits help zips last longer.

Do not force a stuck zip

Pulling hard can break teeth or tear fabric, so stop and ask us.

Fix problems early

A small fault is easier and cheaper to fix than a broken zip.

Close zips before washing

Fastening zips protects the teeth and the rest of the load.

Avoid overfilling pockets

Strain on a zip causes splits, so keep pockets and bags within limits.

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Suit, Dress & Coat Dry Cleaning

Dry cleaning and pressing, ready to wear.

The Elegance promise

Six promises we keep on every single item

Whether it is a work shirt or a wedding dress, this is how we look after your clothes.

Every item inspected

We check each garment on arrival, so we know exactly what it needs.

Cleaned to the care label

Fabric and care label guide the process, with no shortcuts.

Stains pre-treated

Marks are treated before cleaning for the best chance of removal.

Professionally finished

Pressed and finished with professional-grade equipment.

Price before we start

A clear quote first, with no hidden charges.

Honest advice

If something cannot be fully saved or needs longer, we tell you at drop-off.

Customer reviews

Rated 4.7 on Google from 115 reviews

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Real feedback from real Clapham customers.
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“Elegance managed to get a horrible huge espresso martini stain out of a brand new silk dress. The likelihood of removing it was very low but they managed! Absolute saviours – an amazing service!!”
Lucy Baker-Cresswell
★★★★★
“My beautiful designers guild curtains which were sheer voile were cleaned and invisibly mended after years of wear and tear. My interlined and lined really heavy cream curtains were also cleaned immaculately.”
Amanda Butler
★★★★★
“Amazing service. They shortened three of my trousers so last minute and stayed open for me so I had time to pick them up after work.”
Darcy Brown
★★★★★
“I phoned up after they had closed and they sent someone down to open up so I could collect my order as I was going on holiday! They were so helpful and amazing!!”
sanyuktha balaji
★★★★★
“The best dry cleaners in London! Impeccable attention to detail and highest quality of service!”
Olga Semenova
★★★★★
“Best of the best service, highly recommend to anyone in London needing dry cleaning or alterations done.”
Paul Green
Local service

Zip repair for Clapham, Battersea, Wandsworth and Fulham

We are at 180 Northcote Rd and look after customers from Clapham, Battersea, Wandsworth, Fulham and nearby areas. Visit us, call 020 7738 2266 or ask about collection and delivery.

Areas we serve

Free collection and deliveryClapham, Wandsworth, Battersea and Fulham. Ask about other areas.
FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Yes. We repair and replace zips on jackets, coats, trousers, skirts and dresses at 180 Northcote Rd.

If only the slider is worn, a new slider often works. If teeth are missing or the tape is torn, a new zip is better. We advise honestly.

It depends on the garment and the zip. We give you a clear quote before any work begins.

Yes. Coat zips take longer because of the lining and construction, so we tell you the timing at the counter.

Often, yes. Do not force it, and bring the garment in so we can free it safely.

The slider is usually worn. Replacing it can fix the problem if the teeth are in good condition.

Bring it in and we will tell you honestly whether we can repair it. Heavy luggage zips can need specialist equipment.

Often yes, with care. We assess the item first and explain what is possible.

Simple jobs are often done the same day, while coats and lined items take longer.

We match the colour and length as closely as we can, and show you the options.

Areas we cover

Serving Clapham and nearby areas

Based on Northcote Road, we look after customers across Clapham and the neighbouring SW postcodes.

Ready for fresher, sharper clothes?

Get a free quote in minutes, or call us on 020 7738 2266. Free collection and delivery available.
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Elegance Dry Cleaners, Northcote Road

Opening hours

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri8am–6pm
Wednesday8am–1pm
Saturday9am–6pm
SundayClosed
Bank holidays8am–1pm
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