South Lanarkshire · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Broughton, South Lanarkshire
Problem with your bath in Broughton? 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
- Rust spots around the plughole
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:
- Doing more than one item at once
- How many areas need work
- What kind of damage it is
- The material
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before booking.
Getting a price from photos
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
About our bath repair in Broughton
Chips, cracks, rust spots and small holes can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. Nothing is unplumbed, the tiles are not touched, and the repaired area is colour-matched so it blends in. Whether it’s cracks in an acrylic bath and damage beneath the taps, we can normally put it right, whatever the material.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before you book.
- Location
- Broughton (ML12)
- Area hub
- South Lanarkshire
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes a morning or an afternoon, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage.
- 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 day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
Getting a price
Email us photos of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Broughton, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
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For landlords and businesses
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there’s no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
DIY kit or professional repair?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
Repairs by material
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, finished with fired enamel. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, just like other baths.
When a repair isn’t the answer
A repair isn’t right for every job, including:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
Common problems we fix in Broughton
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, any chip down to the metal will start to rust.
Contact us if you’ve noticed:
- Chips under the taps
- Chips caused by builders
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Chips on the rim or sides
What to look for in a quote
- What protection goes down before work starts
- How long it needs to cure
- How the colour is matched
- If travel is included in the price
Common questions in Broughton
Can pets and children be at home?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?
Usually. Send us a photo of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.
Do you cover Broughton?
Yes. We cover the whole UK and come to Broughton. Send photos and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Is there a call-out fee?
There is no separate call-out charge. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
What areas do you cover?
The whole UK, including all of South Lanarkshire. Just include your postcode and we will confirm dates.
Is there any odour?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Most of the time. The back of the crack is strengthened before the front is filled and refinished, so access behind the panel is important.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Other services in Broughton
Should you replace it?
For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It costs far less than a new bath plus fitting, it’s done in one visit, and the bathroom stays exactly as it is. Our bath repair starts from £95. We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Broughton
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
Take a look at our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
About Broughton
Broughton is about 17 miles south-west of Penicuik, in South Lanarkshire. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Broughton is one of 139 places in South Lanarkshire where we work. We work right across the region, from Broughton to Edinburgh (24 miles away).
Every address in ML12 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Jobs here include addresses on Woodilee and Hawdene and the roads around them. Nearby, we also work in Skirling (3 miles north-west), Candy Mill (4 miles north-west), Biggar (4 miles west), Kirkurd (5 miles north) and Elsrickle (5 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Lanark (15 miles west), Forth (15 miles north-west), Symington (7 miles west) and Carnwath (10 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Broughton
In Broughton, that means homes near Broughton Parish Church and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Drumelzier Castle (1.9 miles south) and Kello Hospital (4.4 miles west). Not far away are Drumelzier Law.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
