Stoke-on-Trent · England
Bath Repair for Burslem homes
Fixed-price bath repair in Burslem and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Chips on the rim or sides
Bath repair in Burslem, done in place
We have repaired just about every kind of bath damage: dropped-bottle chips, plughole rust, acrylic cracks and impact holes. Each is repaired in place with a one-year guarantee. Typical jobs include a cracked acrylic bath and damage done while the bathroom was being fitted, in pressed steel enamel, acrylic and roll-top & freestanding.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will come back.
- Location
- Burslem (ST6, ST1, ST5)
- Region
- Stoke-on-Trent
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Covering Burslem
Burslem is about 2 miles north-west of Stoke-on-Trent, in Stoke-on-Trent. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Our technicians cover 59 places across Stoke-on-Trent. Our jobs stretch from Burslem to Manchester (about 30 miles away).
Jobs in ST6, ST1 and ST5 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Hot Lane, Park Road and Camp Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Burslem is on the A53, so it’s easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Cobridge (1 mile south), Bradeley (1 mile north-east), Smallthorne (1 mile north-east), Sneyd Green (1 mile east) and Birches Head (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Fenton (3 miles south), Penkhull (3 miles south), Crackley (3 miles west), Bentilee (3 miles south-east), Boothen (3 miles south) and Dresden (5 miles south-east). As one of the bigger places in Stoke-on-Trent, Burslem is somewhere we visit often.
What’s near Burslem
In Burslem, that means homes near St John's Church, The Co-operative Academy of Stoke-on-Trent and Haywood Academy and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include The Vine Inn (within half a mile north-west) and St Peter's Catholic Academy (less than half a mile south). The nearest railway station is Longport station, about 1.2 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include The Potteries Centre (1.2 miles south-east) and Moorcroft Museum (under half a mile south-east). Not far away are Bignall Hill and Westport Lake.
- Local facilities include Smallthorne Urban District (0.7 miles east)
Work for landlords and builders
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
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Can I fix it myself?
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.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Should you replace it?
A repair makes sense whenever the damage is localised. It costs far less than a new bath plus fitting, it takes one visit, and the bathroom stays exactly as it is. Prices start from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Burslem
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- We leave the room as we found it
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- One-year guarantee on every repair
Take a look at our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:
- Access to the area
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The colour and finish to match
- Whether we combine several jobs
Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Getting a price from pictures
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- Details of any past repairs
- Any details about the material
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Something in shot to show the size
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Exposed steel rusts fast, especially around the waste, so early repairs matter.
Looking after it afterwards
To keep it looking its best:
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, because they can mark the enamel. And fix dripping taps promptly.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.
When to call us in Burslem
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: everyday items get dropped into it all the time, and taps and wastes are tightened against the surface. Over time, chips and rust spots are almost inevitable.
Customers normally contact us about:
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- Chips under the taps
Before booking anyone
- How the colour is matched
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How soon you can use it again
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
What we do, step by step
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which generally takes two to three hours for most chips. If anything looks different from your photos, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
- Once it has cured, typically by the day after, the bath is ready to use.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
Getting a price
Most customers in Burslem get their price from photos. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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FAQs for Burslem
Can pets and children be at home?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
Are you accredited?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
How long before I can use the bath?
Normally within a day, though it depends on what we have done.
Do you repair coloured baths?
Yes, we match coloured baths too. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Can landlords book you?
Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Can you price it without visiting?
Nearly always. If pictures do not show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
Do you come to Burslem?
We do. We send a technician to Burslem for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
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