Hull · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Bransholme, Hull
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homes and businesses in Bransholme and across Hull. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Chips under the taps
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
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.
Bath repair in Bransholme, done in place
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’s level with the surrounding surface. We work on pressed steel enamel, cast iron enamel and acrylic, and common reasons people contact us are a kit repair that didn’t last and scratches you can feel with a fingernail.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll sort it.
- Where
- Bransholme (HU7)
- County
- Hull
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Different materials, different repairs
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that is the part we put right.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
When a repair is not the answer
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
Nearby places to Bransholme
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Aftercare tips
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
Leave the repair to cure for as long as we say before using the bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, to keep water out. Take it off before we arrive.
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- The material and finish
- What kind of damage it is
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Getting a price from pictures
Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Natural light rather than flash
- One picture of the entire bath
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
For a price in Bransholme, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Bransholme questions
When can you do it?
We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?
In most cases. The back of the crack is strengthened before the front is filled and refinished, so we need access under the bath.
Do you cover the entire of Hull?
All of Hull, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
Is there a call-out fee?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Will the price change on the day?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Most baths can be used the next day. We will tell you the exact curing time when we finish.
Can you quote from photos?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
What we’re called out for in Bransholme
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, a chip that reaches the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- A chipped rim or side
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- A chip where the taps sit
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Who will actually do the work
- How long it needs to cure
Where we work around Bransholme
Bransholme is about 2 miles north-east of Kingston upon Hull, in Hull. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Bransholme is one of 22 places in Hull we cover. Our jobs stretch from Bransholme to Leeds (about 50 miles away).
Jobs in HU7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Sutton Road, Holwell Road and Honiton Road, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also work in Sutton Ings (1 mile east), Sutton-on-Hull (1 mile east), Stoneferry (1 mile south), Newland (2 miles south-west) and Summergangs (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Drypool (3 miles south), Gipsyville (4 miles south-west), Bilton Grange Estate (3 miles east), East Ella (4 miles south-west), Inglemire (3 miles west) and Anlaby Park (5 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Bransholme
Typical jobs here are in homes near East Park, The Nightjar pub and Winifred Holtby Academy and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include St Mary Queen of Martyrs VC Academy (under half a mile south-west) and St Andrew's Church (0.8 miles west). For rail, the closest station is Hull station, about 2.9 miles south. Nearby you will also find St Stephen's (2.7 miles south) and Baynard Castle (4 miles west).
Should you replace it?
People frequently 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, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Prices start from £95. We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Bransholme. 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 Bransholme
- One visit for most repairs
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Colour mixed on the day to match
Take a look at our prices page or bath cost comparison.
How it works
We turn up when we said we would and looks over the damage before anything else. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before any work starts. The work itself takes a few hours, and we leave the room as we found it.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- We leave it to cure; you can usually use the bath the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Clear the area around the damage
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Getting a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
