North Tyneside · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Backworth, North Tyneside
Bath repair in Backworth without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Chips under the taps
Bath repair at your home in Backworth
We have repaired just about every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. Each is repaired in place with a one-year guarantee. We work on pressed steel enamel, cast iron enamel and roll-top & freestanding, and common reasons people contact us are chips along the edge of the bath and deep scratches in acrylic.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Backworth (NE27)
- Region
- North Tyneside
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY kit or professional repair?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The material
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The type of damage
Compared with replacing, repairing generally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Getting a price from pictures
Phone pictures are fine, there is no need for anything special. Just make sure we can see:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Something in shot to show the size
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
Email us a picture of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Backworth, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Aftercare tips
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
Do not leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, as they can leave rust marks. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
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 it pays to deal with it early.
Common problems we fix in Backworth
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, any chip down to the metal will start to rust.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Chips under the taps
- Holes from dropped items
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- Snagging damage from a refit
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Whether a trained technician does the job
Our work in Backworth
Backworth is about 2 miles north-east of Longbenton, in North Tyneside. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Backworth is one of 30 places in North Tyneside where we work. Our jobs stretch from Backworth to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 6 miles away).
Every address in NE27 is within our area. You’ll find streets such as Station Road, Church Road and Castle Square, and we cover them all. With the B1322 close by, Backworth is easy for our technicians to reach. Other places close to Backworth include Shiremoor (1 mile east), West Allotment (1 mile south-east), Holystone (1 mile south), Killingworth Village (2 miles west) and Northumberland Park (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Tynemouth (3 miles south-east), Wallsend (3 miles south), Whitley Bay (3 miles east), North Shields (4 miles south-east), Cullercoats (4 miles east) and Chirton (3 miles south-east).
Near you in Backworth
In Backworth, that means homes near St John, Wellfield Middle School and The Blue Bell pub. Also close by are Backworth Park Primary School (less than half a mile south) and George Stephenson High School (1.6 miles west). There is a railway station in Backworth itself: Northumberland Park (Tyne and Wear) station. Other landmarks nearby include North Tyneside General Hospital (2.5 miles east) and Stephenson Railway Museum (1.9 miles south-east). The countryside around Backworth includes Bent Hill and Big Waters.
- Other local spots include Longbenton Urban District (2.1 miles south-west)
When a repair is not the answer
In fairness, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Backworth
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
Should you replace it?
Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: getting one out, particularly from an upstairs bathroom, is a big job, and a like-for-like replacement can be expensive. A repair keeps it in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why book with us
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- No need to remove anything
Take a look at our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
What happens on the day
On the day, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job typically takes a few hours. We tidy up before we leave and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- The repair is left to cure, and most baths can be used the day after.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Get a quote
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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Common questions in Backworth
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
What does bath repair cost?
Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You will get a fixed figure before you book.
What information do you need?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll do the rest.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Regularly. We strip it out, deal with any rust and repair it again.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
You will get a fixed quote back, normally with dates to choose from. You are under no obligation.
Is it messy?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures cannot show what we need.
Repairs by material
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
