Nottinghamshire · England

Bath chip & crack repair in Boughton, Nottinghamshire

Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths in Boughton, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A cracked acrylic bath
  • Chips caused by builders
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair near Boughton

Bath repair in Boughton without replacing anything

Whatever the damage, the aim is the same: a smooth, solid repair that blends in. We prepare the area properly, fill and shape it, then match the colour and gloss so it sits flush with the rest of the bath. Our technicians work on cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and roll-top & freestanding, and common reasons people contact us are cracks in an acrylic bath and damage beneath the taps.

You are covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.

Where
Boughton (NG22)
Region
Nottinghamshire
Guarantee
One year on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: a damaged acrylic bath corner repaired in place

Our work in Boughton

Boughton is about 8 miles north-east of Forest Town, in Nottinghamshire. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Boughton is one of 329 places in Nottinghamshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Leeds, about 47 miles away.

Here we cover the NG22 postcode area. We regularly work on streets such as Church Road, Linton Drive and Kirk Drive. Nearby, we also work in Kirton (1 mile south-east), Walesby (1 mile north), Haughton (3 miles north), Bothamsall (3 miles north) and Egmanton (4 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Mansfield (10 miles south-west), Worksop (9 miles north-west), Sutton in Ashfield (12 miles south-west), Hucknall (15 miles south-west), Newark-on-Trent (12 miles south-east) and Retford (8 miles north).

Landmarks near Boughton

We visit homes around The Dukeries Academy, St Matthew's Church and St Joseph's Catholic Primary and Nursery School, among other places. A little further out are Laxton Castle (2.9 miles east) and National Holocaust Centre and Museum (1.9 miles south-east). The countryside around Boughton includes Budby South Forest RSPB reserve.

Map of Boughton © OpenStreetMap contributors

Keeping it looking good

Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:

  • Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
  • Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
  • If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
  • Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners

Care for the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.

Small chips are quick to repair. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.

Boughton: your questions answered

Can rust on a bath be repaired?

Yes, it’s one of the most common repairs we do. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.

Do you hold any accreditations?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Normally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.

How much does bath repair cost in Boughton?

Prices start from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

Is my repair covered?

Yes: twelve months. If there’s a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.

Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?

Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

Will the price change on the day?

We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

Repairs by material

Pressed steel

Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.

Composite and resin

Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, in much the same way.

What happens on the day

Once we’re through the door, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes a morning or an afternoon, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.

  1. Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
  3. We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
  4. Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, typically the next day.

How to prepare

  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible

How to get a price

To get a price, send two or three photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll say straight away if a repair is the right fix.

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Should you replace it?

Swapping a damaged bath for a new one normally involves a plumber, lifting out the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and disposing of the old one. Repairing it fixes just the damaged area in a single visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before booking.

Why Boughton clients choose us

  • We leave the room as we found it
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • One price list for the entire UK
  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface

Read our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

Prices and what affects them

Repairs from £95. You will know the full cost before you book. We look at:

  • The material
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • Access to the area
  • The colour and finish to match

There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

Send photos for a quote

We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what we need:

  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • The material, if you know it

If you’re in Boughton and want a price, pictures 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.

What we are called out for in Boughton

Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, and the damage isn’t always spotted until later. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.

Send us a picture if you notice any of these:

  • Snagging damage from a refit
  • Rust spots around the plughole
  • Scuffs and scratches in the surface
  • Chips along the edge of the bath

Before you book anyone

  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • What prep work is covered
  • How the room is protected while they work

Choosing a repair company

Can I fix it myself?

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, 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, a professional repair is worth it.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Boughton

Hospitality businesses cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.

If you manage property in Boughton, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.

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