West Lothian · Scotland

Bath chip & crack repair in Armadale, West Lothian

Our repair technicians come to Armadale for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
  • Rust by the waste and overflow
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath repair in Armadale?

Bath repair in Armadale without replacing anything

Whatever the damage, the aim is the same: a repair that is smooth, sound and hard to spot. We prepare the area properly, fill and shape it, then match the colour and gloss so it sits flush with the rest of the bath. If you are dealing with a chipped rim or side and cracks in an acrylic bath, we can normally put it right.

A one-year guarantee comes as standard.

Location
Armadale (EH48)
Region
West Lothian
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Price
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: a damaged acrylic bath corner repaired in place

How we price bath repair

Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:

  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • What the surface is made of
  • The type of damage

Our prices are the same across the UK, so there is no premium for Armadale. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

Getting a price from pictures

Phone photos are fine, there’s no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:

  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • A wider photo showing the whole bath
  • One sharp close-up of the damage

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, add your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

Questions from Armadale

Can you repair a hole in a bath?

Typically. Send us a picture of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.

What happens after I send photos?

We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote.

Will it make a mess?

Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.

Will there be a smell?

There can be some smell while we work, which is why we ventilate. It fades as everything cures.

Do you hold any accreditations?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

Is my repair covered?

Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

Do you repair coloured baths?

Yes, coloured baths are no problem. We tint the finish to your bath on site.

Do you cover Armadale?

Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Armadale from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

What happens on the day

The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can stay at home while we’re there. Protection goes down first, then the work takes a few hours, depending on the damage. At the end we talk you through how soon it can be used and how to care for it.

  1. Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
  2. We clean, key and degrease the damage.
  3. Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
  4. We match both the colour and the shine.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, normally the following day.

Preparing for the visit

  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area

Getting a price

Upload photos of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Armadale, and we will reply with a fixed price.

Get a free quote

Related advice

When we’d advise against a repair

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
  • Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
  • Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath

Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before booking.

Surfaces we repair

  • Acrylic
  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Whirlpool & spa baths
  • Cast iron enamel

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Composite and resin

Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.

Cast iron

Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that is what we repair.

Where we work around Armadale

Armadale is about 2 miles west of Bathgate, in West Lothian. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Armadale is one of 58 places in West Lothian where we work. Our nearest city page is Edinburgh, about 19 miles away.

All of EH48 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Ochilview Square, East Main Street and West Main Street, all of which we cover. You will find Armadale on the A89 and B708, so it’s easy for us to reach. Other places close to Armadale include Westrigg (2 miles west), Blackridge (3 miles west), Greenrigg (3 miles south-west), Harthill (3 miles south-west) and Eastfield (4 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Livingston (7 miles east), Linlithgow (7 miles north-east), East Calder (10 miles east), Broxburn (9 miles east), Ladywell (7 miles east) and Kirkton (7 miles east). Armadale is one of the larger places we cover in West Lothian.

Local landmarks in Armadale

Typical jobs here are in homes near The Goth pub, Armadale Academy and Armadale, among other places. Armadale’s nearest station is Armadale station, roughly 0.8 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Armadale Museum (within half a mile west) and Bathgate Castle (2.7 miles east). The countryside around Armadale includes Black Loch and Cockleroy.

Map of Armadale © OpenStreetMap contributors

Keeping it looking good

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Do not scrub with anything abrasive
  • Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
  • Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
  • Rinse it down after each bath

Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before using the bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.

Stop using the bath if a crack lets water through. Water under the bath can damage the floor and the ceiling below.

When to call us in Armadale

Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, frequently before anyone notices. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • A chipped rim or side
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
  • Snagging damage from a refit
  • Chips under the taps

Before you book anyone

  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • If travel is included in the price
  • When it can be used again
  • How changes to the job are handled

Our hiring checklist

Repair or replace: which is better?

Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: tiles along the rim usually crack when it comes out, the panel may not fit the new one, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. A repair skips all of it. Prices start from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You will see the full price before booking, with no extras added later.

Why us?

  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • Everything repaired in place
  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface

Read our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

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