Scottish Borders · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Bowden, Scottish Borders
Fixed-price bath repair in Bowden and the surrounding area, typically in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped rim or side
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
Bath repair at your home in Bowden
Chips, cracks, rust spots and small holes can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. Nothing is unplumbed, your tiles stay as they are, and the finish is matched to the rest of the bath. If you’re dealing with scuffs and scratches in the surface and chips under the taps, we can normally put it right, whatever the material.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months in Bowden and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Where
- Bowden (TD6)
- County
- Scottish Borders
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How to care for the repair
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Put a towel in the bath if you’re working above it
In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine, avoiding abrasives.
Don’t leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.
Bowden questions
Do you cover Bowden?
Yes. We cover the whole UK and come to Bowden. Send photos and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
Can you redo an old repair?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Mention it when you send pictures.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
What do you need from me?
Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
For landlords and businesses
For anyone letting property in or around Bowden, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we will price them together.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip.
Also in Bowden
What we cannot put right
It helps to know what we can’t do too:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- A steel bath rusted through
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
What we work on
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
DIY repairs versus a professional job
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, and the work is guaranteed.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.
What we do, step by step
We turn up when we said we would and checks the damage against your pictures first. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before any work starts. Most visits take a morning or an afternoon, and we leave the room as we found it.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the following day.
How to prepare
- Open a window if you can
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
How to get a price
You do not need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
Advice
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. We give every job a fixed quote from photos. This is what makes a difference:
- The type of damage
- How much damage there is
- How hard the colour is to match
- Access to the area
Compared with replacing, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Send pictures for a quote
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Details of any past repairs
- Where you are, by postcode
- Any details about the material
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures using our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
When to call us in Bowden
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: everyday items get dropped into it all the time, and fittings press hard against the enamel. Over time, chips and rust spots are almost inevitable.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
Before you book anyone
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Aftercare advice
- How long it needs to cure
- Whether a trained technician does the job
Repair or replace in Bowden?
Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. In most cases it does not: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.
Why Bowden clients choose us
- Same prices wherever you are
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Normally one visit, start to finish
Take a look at our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Our work in Bowden
Bowden is about 5 miles south-east of Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Our technicians cover 89 places in the Scottish Borders. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 32 miles away.
Jobs in TD6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From Commonside, Feuars Park and Brunton Park or a nearby road, we can come to you. We also cover the places around Bowden: Newtown St Boswells (1 mile north-east), Melrose (2 miles north), Newstead (2 miles north), Midlem (3 miles south-west) and Darnick (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Galashiels (5 miles north-west), Hawick (10 miles south), Kelso (11 miles east), Selkirk (5 miles west), Jedburgh (9 miles south-east) and Wilton (10 miles south).
Local landmarks in Bowden
In Bowden, that means homes near Bowden Church. For rail, the closest station is Tweedbank station, about 3.3 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Commendators House Museum (2.2 miles north) and Castle Holydean (1.1 miles west). Not far away are Eildon Wester Hill and Bemersyde Moss.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
