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Bath chip & crack repair in Ballynahinch, Down

Fixed-price bath repair in Ballynahinch and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Damage beneath the taps
  • Deep scratches in acrylic
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath repair in Ballynahinch

Bath repair in Ballynahinch without replacing anything

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 fixed without removing the bath, typically in a single visit. If you are dealing with a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting and chips caused by builders, we can usually put it right, whatever the material.

You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything is not right, ring us and we will come back.

Bath enamel chip by the waste, filled and colour matched (before and after)
Area
Ballynahinch (BT24)
Area hub
Down
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Different materials, different repairs

Pressed steel

Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Exposed steel rusts fast, especially around the waste, so repair chips early.

Composite and resin

Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, just like other baths.

Common problems we fix in Ballynahinch

Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the base flex until the acrylic gives way.

Typical reasons for a call-out include:

  • Impact holes in acrylic
  • A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
  • Chips caused by builders
  • Chips on the rim or sides

Before booking anyone

  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • When it can be used again
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • What prep work is covered

10 questions to ask before booking

Looking after it afterwards

To keep it looking its best:

  • Don’t leave a fresh chip for long
  • A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
  • Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas

In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, clean it as you would the rest of the bath, avoiding abrasives.

Small chips are quick to repair. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.

Our work in Ballynahinch

Ballynahinch is in Down. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets.

All of BT24 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover include Carryduff (9 miles north), Lisburn (9 miles north-west), Downpatrick (9 miles south-east), Dunmurry (11 miles north-west) and Newtownards (12 miles north-east). If you’re somewhere remote, ring us first and we’ll plan the trip.

What’s near Ballynahinch

Our customers here include homes close to The High School Ballynahinch, among other places. For a walk, there’s Bohill Forest.

Map of Ballynahinch © OpenStreetMap contributors

When a repair is not the answer

It helps to know what we cannot do:

  • A steel bath rusted through
  • Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
  • A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed

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

Surfaces we repair

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

What bath repair costs

Repairs from £95. We do not charge extra for travel to Ballynahinch. The price comes down to:

  • The type of damage
  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • How many items we do on one visit

Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Ballynahinch. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Quotes from your photos

Most quotes are done from photos alone. To help us price it:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • Details of any past repairs
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size

A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, add your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.

Should you replace it?

People often assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. In most cases it doesn’t: a proper repair gives it years more use, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Our bath repair starts from £95. Compared with replacing, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

What you get with us

  • No need to remove anything
  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • One price list for the entire UK
  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing

Read our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

Landlord and trade work in Ballynahinch

If you manage property in Ballynahinch, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we will price them together.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details and we’ll arrange it.

Common questions in Ballynahinch

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes, often. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.

I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?

Yes, we do this frequently. The old material comes out, any rust is treated, then we repair it properly.

Do I need to be at home?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.

Is a bath repair durable?

Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It’s covered by our one-year guarantee.

Can tenants book a repair?

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

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before.

Will I be able to see the repair?

We aim for a repair you cannot easily find. The rest of the bath’s condition makes a difference, and we’ll tell you what to expect.

The process

On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we’ll take it from there. Most visits take a few hours, depending on the damage.

  1. We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
  2. The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
  3. We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
  4. We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
  5. Once it has cured, usually by the day after, the bath is ready to use.

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

Ask for a price

There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.

Send photos for a quote

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