Moyle · Northern Ireland

Bath chip & crack repair in Ballycastle, Moyle

Local bath repair for Ballycastle: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A hole punched through by something heavy
  • Chips on the rim or sides
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath repair in Ballycastle?

How we handle bath repair in Ballycastle

We repair enamelled steel, cast iron and acrylic baths. The method changes with the material: rust is treated on metal baths, while cracks in acrylic are reinforced from underneath. We work on pressed steel enamel, acrylic and roll-top & freestanding, and the jobs we see most are cracks in an acrylic bath and an old repair that has yellowed or come loose.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will sort it.

Bath enamel chip by the waste, filled and colour matched (before and after)
Where
Ballycastle (BT54)
County
Moyle
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Signs you need bath repair in Ballycastle

Rust tends to begin where water collects, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.

Send us a picture if you notice any of these:

  • Rust by the waste and overflow
  • A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
  • Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
  • Chips under the taps

Questions to ask before you book

  • When it can be used again
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers

Our hiring checklist

Repairs by material

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.

Composite and resin

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

When a repair is not the answer

We will not take on work that will not last, so these are the limits:

  • Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
  • Metal that has corroded all the way through
  • A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed

Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before booking.

Materials we repair

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

Should I try a DIY kit first?

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.

Repair or replace: which is better?

People frequently assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. Usually it does not: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Our bath repair starts from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Why book with us

  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • One visit for most repairs

Take a look at our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

Aftercare tips

So the finish stays in good condition:

  • Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
  • Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
  • Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
  • Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath

Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Deal with new chips early, before rust can start.

Avoid standing in a cracked acrylic bath until it’s fixed. Each time it flexes, the crack grows, and it can start to leak underneath.

Ballycastle and nearby

Ballycastle is about 12 miles north-east of Ballymoney, in Moyle. Wherever you are in the BT54 postcode area, a technician comes to you.

Every address in BT54 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you’re just outside Ballycastle, we cover Bushmills (10 miles west), Ballymoney (12 miles south-west), Portrush (15 miles west), Coleraine (16 miles west) and Portstewart (18 miles west). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so call us to arrange it.

Near you in Ballycastle

Our clients here include homes close to Ballycastle High School, House of McDonnell and Cross And Passion College. Also close by are Ballycastle Presbyterian Church (under half a mile east) and St Patrick's & St Brigid's Primary School (under half a mile north-east). Well-known places in the area include Dunaneeny Castle (0.8 miles north) and Dalriada Hospital (within half a mile north). Open spaces near Ballycastle include Lannimore Hill and Breen Oakwood Nature Reserve.

Map of Ballycastle © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we do, step by step

We work cleanly and quietly. We protect the area first, then the work takes a morning or an afternoon. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. We protect the bath and the floor around it.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
  3. Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
  4. We match both the colour and the shine.
  5. We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the day after.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Clear the area around the damage

How to get a price

Send us photos of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you are in Ballycastle, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.

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Ballycastle: your questions answered

What information do you need?

Photos of the damage, a photo of the whole bath and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.

Can landlords book you?

We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

What happens once I’ve sent pictures?

You’ll get a fixed quote back. You are under no obligation.

Does someone need to be in?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Normally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and you’ll get one combined price.

Landlord and trade work in Ballycastle

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip.

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Moyle and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.

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