Edinburgh · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Brunstane, Edinburgh
Problem with your bath in Brunstane? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
Bath repair at your home in Brunstane
A damaged bath doesn’t have to mean a new bathroom. Our technicians fill, shape and refinish the damage, mixing the colour on the day. Common call-outs are for an old repair that has yellowed or come loose and a chipped rim or side, on pressed steel enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and roll-top & freestanding.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there’s a problem and we’ll come back.
- Area
- Brunstane (EH15)
- County
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Don’t scrub with anything abrasive
- Don’t leave a fresh chip for long
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
Leave the repair to cure for as long as we say before running a 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. Remove it before the repair.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
Where we work around Brunstane
Brunstane is about 2 miles west of Musselburgh, in Edinburgh. Our repair technicians come to homes and businesses in Brunstane, so you don’t need to take anything anywhere. Brunstane is one of 175 places in Edinburgh we cover.
We work across EH15. From Hope Lane, Joppa Road and Milton Road or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. If you are just outside Brunstane, we cover Magdalene (1 mile south-west), South Portobello (1 mile west), Bingham (1 mile south-west), Niddrie Mains (1 mile south-west) and Mountcastle (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Edinburgh (4 miles west), Leith (3 miles north-west), Bonnington (3 miles north-west), Greenside (3 miles west), Broughton (3 miles west) and Bellevue (4 miles west).
Local landmarks in Brunstane
In Brunstane, that means homes near Portobello High School, St Philip's Parish Church and Portobello Library, among other places. Nearby too are Abercorn Park (less than half a mile north-west) and 47 Figgate Lane pub (0.7 miles north-west). Brunstane has its own railway station: Brunstane station. Further afield, we also cover the area around Cameron Toll Shopping Centre (2.8 miles south-west) and Musselburgh Doll Museum (1.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Whinny Hill and Duddingston Loch.
Common problems we fix in Brunstane
Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the bath move until the acrylic gives way.
The most common problems we’re called about are:
- Damage beneath the taps
- Chips caused by builders
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Deep scratches in acrylic
What your quote should include
- How to care for the finish
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- Who will actually do the work
- Whether the price covers travel
What bath repair costs
Repairs from £95. There is no area surcharge for Brunstane. The price reflects:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The colour and finish to match
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You will see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.
How to get a fixed quote
You can take the pictures on your phone. Make sure they show:
- Something in shot to show the size
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Where you are, by postcode
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.
Should you replace it?
A new bath brings a chain of other jobs: tiles along the rim generally crack when it comes out, a new panel is often needed, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. A repair skips all of it. Prices start from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Brunstane
- No need to remove anything
- One visit for most repairs
- Fixed prices from your photos
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
Read our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Different materials, different repairs
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Brunstane
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access.
Nearby places to Brunstane
What else we do in Brunstane
What happens on the day
On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we will get on with it. Most visits take a morning or an afternoon, including clearing up.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Getting a price
We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.
Related advice
Brunstane questions
Will there be a smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It clears as the materials cure.
Will the repair last?
Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It carries our one-year guarantee.
How do I book?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we will do the rest.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes, very frequently. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
Will you leave a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we have finished.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Generally the next day. We will tell you the exact curing time when we finish.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
