Shetland Islands · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Boddam, Shetland Islands
Damaged bath in Boddam? We put it right where it is, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
Boddam: your questions answered
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses in Boddam.
Can you price it without visiting?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Do I have to be there?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Generally, yes. Let us know what was used before.
Will you leave a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted.
Do you come to Boddam?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Boddam. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
How long before I can use the bath?
Most baths can be used the day after. We confirm the time before we leave.
Bath repair in Boddam, done in place
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. Common call-outs are for a chip where the taps sit and cracks in an acrylic bath, on cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and roll-top & freestanding.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are not left on your own once we’ve gone.
- Location
- Boddam (ZE2)
- Region
- Shetland Islands
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Landlord and trade work in Boddam
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Honest limits
We’d rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so these are the limits:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we repair
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: the tiles sitting on the rim tend to break, a new panel is often needed, and a plumber has to disconnect and reconnect everything. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Boddam. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Boddam
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Nothing taken out or refitted
See our pricing and bath cost comparison.
Places near Boddam
More services for Boddam
Boddam and the surrounding area
Boddam is in the Shetland Islands. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Boddam is one of 63 places in the Shetland Islands where we work.
Our visits in ZE2 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Jobs here include addresses on Millpund, Turniebrae and Hillock and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include South Scousburgh (1 mile north-west), Hestingott (2 miles south), Exnaboe (2 miles south), Toab (2 miles south) and Scatness (3 miles south). Boddam is among the bigger towns we cover in the Shetland Islands. For island and remote addresses, call first so we can plan the visit.
Near you in Boddam
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Dunrossness Parish Church and the streets around them. Nearby you will also find Shetland Crofthouse Museum (0.6 miles south-east). The countryside around Boddam includes Sumburgh Head RSPB reserve and Loch of Millpund.
The process
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a morning or an afternoon. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
How to get a price
For a price in Boddam, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Read more
Should I try a DIY kit first?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
How to care for the repair
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Put a towel in the bath if you’re working above it
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Have new chips seen to early
- Store metal items away from the bath
Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft cloth. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
If an acrylic bath has a crack, stop showering in it until it’s repaired. Every use opens the crack a little more, and water can get through to the floor below.
Repairs by material
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
When to call us in Boddam
Rust normally starts where water sits, by the plughole, beneath dripping taps or in an unrepaired chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.
People typically call us when they notice something like this:
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Rust spots around the plughole
- A chipped rim or side
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
What to look for in a quote
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- Aftercare advice
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- Who will actually do the work
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
