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Bath chip & crack repair in Bryncrug, Gwynedd

Damaged bath in Bryncrug? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Impact holes in acrylic
  • Chips on the rim or sides
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair near Bryncrug

About our bath repair in Bryncrug

A repair fixes just the damaged area and blends it into the rest of the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath. Most baths can be used again the next day. If you’re dealing with damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and cracks in an acrylic bath, we can normally put it right.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we will come back.

Rusty chip next to a bath plughole, before and after repair
Location
Bryncrug (LL36)
County
Gwynedd
Cover
One year on every repair
Price
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

How the visit works

Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you are not left guessing. Once we are there, the work takes two to three hours for most chips in most cases. The room is left tidy and you will know when it can be used.

  1. Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
  3. We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
  4. We match both the colour and the shine.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, typically the following day.

Before we arrive

  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Open a window if you can

How to get a price

You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.

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About Bryncrug

Bryncrug is about 32 miles west of Y Drenewydd, in Gwynedd. Clients in Bryncrug get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. Our technicians cover 165 places in Gwynedd. Our jobs stretch from Bryncrug to Liverpool (about 72 miles away).

We cover every part of the LL36 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Dolithel, Dol Fathew and Groesffordd, and we cover them all. With the A493 close by, Bryncrug is easy for our technicians to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Llanegryn (1 mile north-west), Pen-dre (2 miles south-west), Tywyn (2 miles south-west), Llwyngwril (4 miles north) and Aberdovey (4 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Dolgellau (12 miles north-east), Barmouth (8 miles north) and Fairbourne (6 miles north).

Near you in Bryncrug

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Ysgol Craig y Deryn, St Matthew's Church and Peniarth Arms Hotel, among other places. The nearest railway station is Tywyn station, about 2.4 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Tywyn Hospital (2.1 miles south-west) and Compton Down Railway Museum (2.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near Bryncrug include Broad Water and Ffridd Cocyn.

Map of Bryncrug © OpenStreetMap contributors

Repairing versus replacing in Bryncrug

Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: getting one out, particularly from an upstairs bathroom, is a big job, and a like-for-like replacement can be expensive. A repair keeps it in place. Prices start from £95. We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Why book with us

  • Fixed prices from your pictures
  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • Same prices wherever you are
  • Colour-matched on site

Read our pricing or bath cost comparison.

Repairs by material

Pressed steel

Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Chips rust quickly on steel, particularly by the plughole, so repair chips early.

Acrylic

Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. There is no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.

For landlords and businesses

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

How to care for the repair

Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:

  • Store metal items away from the bath
  • Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
  • Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
  • A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early

Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust can start.

If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath until it’s repaired. Water under the bath can damage the floor and the ceiling below.

What bath repair costs

Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Bryncrug. What changes the price is:

  • What kind of damage it is
  • Access to the area
  • The material
  • How many items we do on one visit

Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send pictures and we’ll give you the exact figure.

How to get a fixed price

Photographing the damage takes a minute. Try to send:

  • One picture of the entire bath
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Bryncrug: your questions answered

Can you price it without visiting?

Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.

Are you a vetted contractor?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.

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.

Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?

Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including pastel and older colours.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.

Which areas do you work in?

Across the UK, and that includes Bryncrug. Prices don’t change with location.

How long does the repair take to cure?

Generally within a day, though it depends on what we’ve done.

What information do you need?

Photos of the damage, a picture of the whole bath and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.

Do you need bath repair in Bryncrug?

Damage during fitting is very common. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, and the damage is not always spotted until later. Snagging repairs like these are a regular job for us.

Send us a picture if you notice any of these:

  • Cracks in an acrylic bath
  • Chips on the rim or sides
  • Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
  • Holes from dropped items

Comparing quotes

  • Aftercare advice
  • How changes to the job are handled
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • Whether the price covers travel

How to compare quotes

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