Bristol · England
Bath Repair for Bristol homes
Fixed-price bath repair in Bristol and the surrounding area, usually in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips under the taps
- Snagging damage from a refit
Do you need bath repair in Bristol?
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: bottles, shower heads and razors are dropped every day, and fittings press hard against the enamel. Over time, chips and rust spots are almost inevitable.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- Holes from dropped items
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Chips under the taps
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
Comparing quotes
- Aftercare advice
- Whether they match the colour on site
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- How changes to the job are handled
How we handle bath repair in Bristol
Whatever the damage, the aim is the same: a smooth, solid repair that blends in. Proper preparation, careful filling and shaping, then colour and gloss matching so it’s level with the surrounding surface. Whether it’s rusty patches near the plughole and a chip where the taps sit, we can help.
Every job is backed for twelve months. We return to put right any problem with the work.
Bristol and the surrounding area
Bristol is in England. Book a date that suits you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you’re not left waiting in all day. We cover 89 places across Bristol. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 76 miles away.
All of BS5, BS4, BS3 and BS9 is within our area. You’ll find streets such as King Square Avenue, King Square and Dalton Square, all of which we cover. Bristol is on the A4 and A37, so it’s easy for us to reach. Other places close to Bristol include St Jude's (1 mile east), Montpelier (1 mile north-east), St Pauls (1 mile north-east), Redcliffe (1 mile south) and The Dings (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Soundwell (4 miles east), Mayfield Park (3 miles north-east), Hartcliffe (3 miles south), Staple Hill (4 miles east), Brentry (4 miles north) and Sea Mills (3 miles north-west).
What’s near Bristol
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Full Moon Public House, Castle Park and St James' Presbyterian Church of England. Nearby too are St Michael's on the Mount Church of England Primary School (less than half a mile south-west), North Bristol Post 16 Centre (0.5 miles north-west) and Cotham School (0.5 miles north-west). The nearest railway station is Montpelier station, about 0.7 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Bristol Eye Hospital (less than half a mile west) and Bristol Castle (within half a mile south-east). Not far away are Brandon Hill and Tarn Lake.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Avon (0.7 miles south-east)
Landlord and trade work in Bristol
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll arrange it.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Bristol and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
When a repair isn’t the answer
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- Wear across the whole surface, which needs re-enamelling
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
How the visit works
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you are not left guessing. On site, it takes a few hours, depending on the damage for most jobs. We leave the room clean.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
How to get a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. There’s no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.
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How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- What kind of damage it is
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Unusual colours or finishes
- What the surface is made of
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Getting a price from photos
Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Where you are, by postcode
- What it’s made of, if you know
Most clients in Bristol get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. They don’t rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, 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.
Should you replace it?
Swapping a damaged bath for a new one generally means a plumber, lifting out the old bath, making good the tiles and panel and getting rid of the old bath. 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 your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with no extras added later.
Why us?
- Everything repaired in place
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Same prices wherever you are
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
See our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Also near Bristol
Also in Bristol
How to look after the repair
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
Do not leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, because they can mark the enamel. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, to keep water out. Remove it before the repair.
Bristol: your questions answered
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes, we match coloured baths too. The colour is tinted by hand on the day.
Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?
Typically, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a picture.
Is a bath repair permanent?
A properly prepared repair should last a long time, and ours come with a one-year guarantee. Gentle cleaning helps it last.
How invisible is a bath repair?
On a bath in good condition, a colour-matched repair is very hard to spot. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
Can you price it without visiting?
Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
