Scottish Borders · Scotland
Bath Repair for Cardrona homes
Bath repair across Cardrona and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A chip where the taps sit
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
How we handle bath repair in Cardrona
Chips, cracks, rust spots and small holes can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. There is no plumbing to disconnect, your tiles stay as they are, and the repaired area is colour matched so it blends in. If you’re dealing with chips along the edge of the bath and rusty patches near the plughole, we can help.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Where
- Cardrona (EH45, EH44)
- County
- Scottish Borders
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
When a repair is not the answer
A repair is not always the answer, and we’d rather say so up front. Repairs will not solve:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.
Materials we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
What your bath is made of matters
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Common problems we fix in Cardrona
A cracked acrylic bath usually wasn’t supported properly. Legs that are not adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the bath move until it cracks.
Most people contact us after spotting one of these:
- A chip where the taps sit
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Snagging damage from a refit
What your quote should include
- When it can be used again
- How the colour is matched
- Who will actually do the work
- If travel is included in the price
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. We don’t charge extra for travel to Cardrona. The price depends on:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How many areas need work
- How hard the colour is to match
- How many items we do on one visit
We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
How to get a fixed price
You can normally get a fixed quote without us visiting. To help us price it:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- What it’s made of, if you know
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There is no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
Landlord and trade work in Cardrona
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Cardrona use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
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Can I fix it myself?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
Aftercare tips
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Have new chips seen to early
- Don’t leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Put a towel in the bath if you’re working above it
There’s nothing special to do after a repair, beyond gentle cleaning. Skip bleach and gritty creams and give it a rinse after each bath.
If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.
FAQs for Cardrona
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Is the work guaranteed?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
How invisible is a bath repair?
On a glossy bath, you will struggle to find it. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes, coloured baths are no problem. The colour is tinted by hand on the day.
Will it make a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
How do I get a price for bath repair in Cardrona?
Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up and a photo of the entire item and your postcode.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes, very frequently. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.
Cardrona and nearby
Cardrona is about 3 miles east of Peebles, in the Scottish Borders. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. Cardrona is one of 89 towns and villages in the Scottish Borders where we work. Our jobs stretch from Cardrona to Edinburgh (21 miles away).
Every address in EH45 and EH44 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Jobs here include addresses on Renwick Lane, The Green and Govan's Way. We also cover the places around Cardrona: Cardrona Village (1 mile south-east), Innerleithen (2 miles south-east), Peebles (3 miles west), Walkerburn (4 miles east) and Eddleston (6 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Galashiels (12 miles east), Selkirk (12 miles south-east), Melrose (15 miles east), West Linton (12 miles north-west), Lauder (15 miles east) and Langlee (13 miles east).
Around Cardrona
Around Cardrona, we work in homes near William Cree Memorial Church. Further afield, we also cover the area around Horsburgh Castle (1 mile west) and Hay Lodge Hospital (3.5 miles west). The countryside around Cardrona includes Castle Hill.
How it works
On the day, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job typically takes a morning or an afternoon. We clean up when we’re done and let you know when you can use it again.
- We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
- The repair is left to cure, and most baths can be used the day after.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
How to get a price
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
