Cumbria · England
Bath Repair in Bongate
Damaged bath in Bongate? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
How we handle bath repair in Bongate
We’ve repaired just about every kind of bath damage: dropped-bottle chips, plughole rust, acrylic cracks and impact holes. Each is repaired in place with a one-year guarantee. Our repair technicians work on acrylic, pressed steel enamel and roll-top & freestanding, and common reasons people contact us are rusty patches near the plughole and deep scratches in acrylic.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Bongate and across Cumbria.
- Location
- Bongate (CA16)
- Region
- Cumbria
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we do, step by step
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a few hours, depending on the damage. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we’ll 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.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Make sure the area is dry
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Clear the area around the damage
How to get a price
Most clients in Bongate get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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FAQs for Bongate
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. If photos don’t show enough, we will ask for another angle.
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Typically, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Check under the bath panel, or send us a photo.
What happens next?
You will get a fixed quote back, typically with dates to choose from. There is no obligation to book.
How do I book?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.
Will the repair show?
The goal is a repair that blends in. The rest of the bath’s condition makes a difference, and we will tell you what to expect.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Normally the following day. We confirm the time before we leave.
Should you replace it?
People often assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. In most cases it does not: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
Why Bongate customers choose us
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Same prices wherever you are
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Read our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Aftercare tips
Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
There’s nothing special to do after a repair, just sensible cleaning. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners and rinse after use.
If an acrylic bath has a crack, stop showering in it until it’s repaired. Every use opens the crack a little more, and it can start to leak underneath.
Signs you need bath repair in Bongate
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: a shampoo bottle, a shower head, a tile or a tool during a refit. On enamelled baths, any chip down to the metal will start to rust.
Customers normally contact us about:
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Holes from dropped items
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
Comparing quotes
- How the room is protected while they work
- Who turns up on the day
- When it can be used again
- What preparation is included
Should I try a DIY kit first?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
Different materials, different repairs
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, with a fused enamel surface. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, in much the same way.
Work for landlords and builders
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Bongate use us as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
Covering Bongate
Bongate is about 12 miles south-east of Penrith, in Cumbria. Whether you are in the middle of Bongate or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Bongate is one of 438 towns and villages in Cumbria we cover. You can also see our page for Newcastle upon Tyne, about 44 miles away.
We cover every part of CA16 and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as Back Lane, Rookery Lane and Drawbriggs Lane, all of which we cover. We also travel to Appleby-in-Westmorland (1 mile north-west), Burrells (1 mile south-west), Crackenthorpe (2 miles north-west), Hilton (3 miles east) and Dufton (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Penrith (12 miles north-west), Fair Hill (13 miles north-west), Carleton (12 miles north-west), Kirkby Stephen (9 miles south-east) and Shap (8 miles west).
Near you in Bongate
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Appleby Grammar School, Church of St Michael and Appleby Primary School and the streets around them. Bongate’s nearest station is Appleby station, roughly 0.5 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Dyke Nook Farm Museum (3.5 miles south-east) and Appleby Castle (less than half a mile west). Open spaces near Bongate include Murton Pike.
- Local facilities include North Westmorland Rural District (1.8 miles north-west)
When a repair is not the answer
Not everything can be repaired, and we will tell you before we start. Repairs will not solve:
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
What else we do in Bongate
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
