Highland · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Alness, Highland
Bath repair across Alness and nearby, normally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- A chipped rim or side
How we handle bath repair in Alness
Bath repair is our most common job. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all repaired in place, normally in one visit. Our technicians work on pressed steel enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and cast iron enamel, and the jobs we see most are a cracked acrylic bath and scratches you can feel with a fingernail.
All our work comes with a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Alness (IV17)
- Region
- Highland
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Different materials, different repairs
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Towns and villages near Alness
What else we do in Alness
What we’re called out for in Alness
The usual cause is something heavy dropped into the bath, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.
Look out for any of the following:
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Chips on the rim or sides
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
Comparing quotes
- Whether they match the colour on site
- What preparation is included
- Who turns up on the day
- Whether the price covers travel
Alness questions
Do you cover the entire of Highland?
Everywhere in the UK, Alness included. Travel is included in the price.
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Mention it when you send pictures.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Will you leave a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes. The colour is mixed on site to suit your bath, including older coloured suites.
What do you need from me?
Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:
- What kind of damage it is
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The material
Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
How to get a fixed price
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Details of any past repairs
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
To get a price, send a couple of photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
The process
Once we’re through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes a few hours, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- Once it has cured, usually by the following day, the bath is ready to use.
How to prepare
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Open a window if you can
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Getting a price
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.
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What we cannot put right
Not everything can be repaired, and we’d rather say so up front. We cannot fix:
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
What we work on
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
Landlord and trade work in Alness
For anyone letting property in or around Alness, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Should you replace it?
A new bath costs more than the bath itself: taking out the old one, plumbing, tiling, a panel and redecorating. With a repair, it’s one visit and one price. Prices start from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before you book, with no extras added later.
What you get with us
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
Read our pricing and bath cost comparison.
Alness and the surrounding area
Alness is about 16 miles north of Inverness, in Highland. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We work in all 253 towns and villages across Highland.
We work across IV17 and the streets around it. From High Street, Market Street and Averon Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. With the B817 close by, Alness is easy for our repair technicians to reach. Close by, we cover Dalmore (1 mile south-east), Invergordon (3 miles east), Cullicudden (4 miles south), Evanton (4 miles south-west) and Saltburn (4 miles east). Further out, we also cover Cradlehall (15 miles south), Tain (11 miles north-east), Merkinch (15 miles south), Dingwall (9 miles south-west), Dornoch (15 miles north-east) and Crown (15 miles south). For island and remote addresses, ring us first and we’ll plan the trip.
What’s near Alness
Around Alness, we work in homes near Alness Academy and Rosskeen Parish Church. Alness has its own railway station: Alness station. Nearby you will also find County Community Hospital (3.7 miles east) and Contullich Castle (1.5 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Loch Achnacloich and Udale Bay RSPB reserve.
Keeping it looking good
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft cloth. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
A small chip is a quick job. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
