Edinburgh · Scotland
Bath Repair for Balerno homes
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for householders, landlords and businesses in Balerno. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- Snagging damage from a refit
- A kit repair that didn’t last
Bath repair at your home in Balerno
Whatever the damage, the aim is the same: a smooth, solid repair that blends in. Proper preparation, careful filling and shaping, then colour and gloss matching so it’s level with the surrounding surface. Typical jobs include a chipped rim or side and hairline or through cracks in acrylic, in acrylic, cast iron enamel and pressed steel enamel.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Location
- Balerno (EH14)
- Area hub
- Edinburgh
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Different materials, different repairs
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, which makes it well worth repairing.
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. There is no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
What happens on the day
There’s not much you need to do on the day. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will take it from there. The job generally runs to a few hours.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.
How to prepare
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Let us know about parking or access
How to get a price
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
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Repairing versus replacing in Balerno
People often assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. Usually it does not: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Our bath repair starts from £95. Compared with replacing, repairing normally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
What you get with us
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Same prices wherever you are
- Generally one visit, start to finish
See our pricing or bath cost comparison.
Balerno questions
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders in Balerno.
Which areas do you work in?
We work UK-wide, and that includes Balerno. Prices do not change with location.
Are you accredited?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
What happens after I send pictures?
We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
Is there a call-out fee?
There’s no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
What information do you need?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:
- How much damage there is
- Doing more than one item at once
- Access to the area
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Quotes from your pictures
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
If you are in Balerno and want a price, photos are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
DIY kit or professional repair?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
When a repair is not the answer
To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
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Also in Balerno
Keeping it looking good
Nothing complicated is needed:
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, because they can mark the enamel. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, to keep water out. Take it off before we arrive.
Our work in Balerno
Balerno is about 6 miles north-west of Penicuik, in Edinburgh. We visit clients in Balerno and the surrounding area, so you don’t need to take anything anywhere. We work in 175 places across Edinburgh, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 6 miles away.
We work across the EH14 postcode area. Whether you live on Bridge Road, Main Street and Bavelaw Road or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. If you are just outside Balerno, we cover Curriehill (1 mile north-east), Glenbrook (1 mile west), Currie (1 mile north-east), Warriston (1 mile north) and Riccarton (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Edinburgh (6 miles north-east), Leith (9 miles north-east), Bonnington (9 miles north-east), Greenside (8 miles north-east), Broughton (8 miles north-east) and Bellevue (8 miles north-east).
Near you in Balerno
Our customers here include homes close to Balerno Community High School, Malleny Park and Public House. Balerno’s nearest station is Curriehill station, about 1.3 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Linburn Centre (2.9 miles west) and The Gyle Shopping Centre (3.8 miles north). The countryside around Balerno includes Warklaw Hill.
Signs you need bath repair in Balerno
A cracked acrylic bath typically wasn’t supported properly. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the bath move.
Look out for these signs:
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Damage beneath the taps
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
What your quote should include
- How the colour is matched
- What prep work is covered
- What aftercare is recommended
- How changes to the job are handled
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
