Wakefield · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Carleton, Wakefield
Problem with your bath in Carleton? We put it right where it is, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips under the taps
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
Bath repair in Carleton, done in place
Whether your bath is steel, cast iron or acrylic, we can repair it. The method changes with the material: rust is treated on metal baths, while cracks in acrylic are reinforced from underneath. We are frequently asked to fix impact holes in acrylic and a chip where the taps sit, on roll-top & freestanding, whirlpool & spa baths and pressed steel enamel.
Every job is backed for twelve months. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Location
- Carleton (WF8)
- County
- Wakefield
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Landlord and trade work in Carleton
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Carleton as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
Looking after it afterwards
To keep it looking its best for years:
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Have new chips seen to early
Care for the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Keep scouring pads and gritty cleaners away from it.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. Left for months, a small chip can grow into a large rust patch, so early repair keeps the cost down.
Also in Carleton
Carleton and nearby
Carleton is about 1 mile south-east of Pontefract, in Wakefield. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Carleton is one of 101 towns and villages in Wakefield we cover. Our jobs stretch from Carleton to Leeds (14 miles away).
Our visits in WF8 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Moor Lane, Green Lane and Bates Lane. Neighbouring places we cover include Darrington (1 mile east), Wentbridge (2 miles south-east), Thorpe Audlin (3 miles south), Stapleton (3 miles east) and Cridling Stubbs (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Wakefield (8 miles west), Castleford (4 miles north-west), Ossett (12 miles west), Normanton (5 miles west), South Kirkby and Moorthorpe (6 miles south) and South Elmsall (6 miles south).
Local landmarks in Carleton
Our clients here include homes close to Pontefract Park, The Chequerfield pub and The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School, among other places. You’ll also find St Michael's Church (within half a mile north-east) and Carleton High School (within half a mile west). Carleton’s nearest station is Pontefract Baghill station, about 1.1 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Pontefract Castle (1.4 miles north) and Pontefract Hospital (1.2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Fairburn Ings RSPB reserve.
What we are called out for in Carleton
Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Legs that aren’t adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the bath move until the acrylic gives way.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- Rust by the waste and overflow
Questions to ask before you book
- How soon you can use it again
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- What aftercare is recommended
- Whether a trained technician does the job
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Carleton. What changes the price is:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How many items we do on one visit
- The material and finish
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Getting a price from pictures
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Please include:
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Can I fix it myself?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
When a repair is not the answer
It helps to know what we cannot do:
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
Carleton: your questions answered
Is there a guarantee?
Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Do the materials smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, so we ventilate the room. It fades as everything cures.
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
How do I get a price for bath repair in Carleton?
Prices start from £95. Every job gets a fixed quote based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the whole item with your WF8 postcode.
Will it make a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
How invisible is a bath repair?
On a bath in good condition, a colour-matched repair is very hard to spot. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Generally, yes. The old repair comes out first, so let us know about it.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Repair or replace in Carleton?
Swapping a damaged bath for a new one normally involves a plumber, removing the old bath, making good the tiles and panel and disposing of the old one. A repair deals only with the damage in a single visit. Prices start from £95. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
What you get with us
- No need to remove anything
- One price list for the whole UK
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Colour-matched on site
Take a look at our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
The process
On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we will take it from there. The job generally runs to two to three hours for most chips, including clearing up.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the following day.
Before we arrive
- Open a window if you can
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Ask for a price
To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
