Orkney Islands · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Abune-the-Hill, Orkney Islands
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths in Abune-the-Hill, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Chips under the taps
How we handle bath repair in Abune-the-Hill
A typical bath repair is a few hours’ work, and the bath is back in use the following day. There is no need to book a plumber or tiler, because nothing is disconnected. We regularly repair cast iron enamel, acrylic and pressed steel enamel, and the jobs we see most are chips caused by builders and a hole punched through by something heavy.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right, ring us and we will come back.
- Area
- Abune-the-Hill (KW17)
- Area hub
- Orkney Islands
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Questions from Abune-the-Hill
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Usually, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a picture.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
How soon can you come?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send pictures with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Can landlords book you?
Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Is a bath repair permanent?
It should, as long as the bath is firm and the area was prepared well. It carries our one-year guarantee.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
Typically, yes, if we can reach behind it. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit typically costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
Should you replace it?
For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It costs far less than a new bath plus fitting, it’s done in one visit, and nothing else in the room changes. Prices start from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking.
Why Abune-the-Hill clients choose us
- Everything repaired in place
- Colour-matched on site
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Take a look at our prices page or bath cost comparison.
What bath repair costs
Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- How many areas need work
- How many items we do on one visit
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Access to the area
Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Send photos for a quote
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Something in shot to show the size
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A picture taken from further back
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can give you a fixed quote without visiting.
Looking after it afterwards
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts:
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, because they can mark the enamel. And fix dripping taps promptly.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.
When we’d advise against a repair
We’d rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- A steel bath rusted through
- A whole bath that is dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
Landlord and trade work in Abune-the-Hill
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, photos and access details.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
How it works
Visits start with a quick look at the job together. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. It normally takes two to three hours for most chips, and we will keep you posted as we go.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
- The repair is left to cure, and most baths can be used the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
Ask for a price
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
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DIY kit or professional repair?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
Abune-the-Hill and nearby
Abune-the-Hill is about 15 miles north-west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. Across the KW17 area, we carry out the work at your property. We cover all 51 towns and villages in the Orkney Islands, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in KW17 is covered. We also cover the places around Abune-the-Hill: The Barony (2 miles west), Evie (5 miles east), Dounby (5 miles south), Skeabrae (5 miles south) and Scarwell (6 miles south-west). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so call us to arrange it.
What’s near Abune-the-Hill
Nearby you will also find Earl's Palace (3 miles west) and Kirbuster Farm Museum (2 miles south). Open spaces near Abune-the-Hill include Birsay moors RSPB Reserve and Hundland Hill.
What we are called out for in Abune-the-Hill
Damage during fitting is very common. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, and the damage is not always spotted until later. Snagging repairs like these are a regular job for us.
Common reasons people in Abune-the-Hill contact us include:
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- Chips under the taps
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Rust spots around the plughole
What to look for in a quote
- What preparation is included
- If travel is included in the price
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
