Midlothian · Scotland

Bath chip & crack repair in Carrington, Midlothian

Our repair technicians come to Carrington for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scuffs and scratches in the surface
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath repair in Carrington

Repair or replace in Carrington?

If the rest of the bath is in good condition, a repair is almost always the better choice. It’s quicker, cheaper and far less disruptive, and the bathroom stays as it is. If the entire surface is worn, re-enamelling may make more sense, and we will tell you. 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 Carrington customers choose us

  • Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • A fixed quote before booking
  • No need to remove anything
  • One visit for most repairs

Read our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

How we handle bath repair in Carrington

We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which is far cheaper than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. You can usually use the bath the next day. Typical jobs include damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and rusty patches near the plughole, on cast iron enamel, pressed steel enamel and roll-top & freestanding.

You are covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before booking.

Bath enamel chip by the waste, filled and colour matched (before and after)
Where
Carrington (EH23)
County
Midlothian
Guarantee
One year on every repair
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

How to care for the repair

Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:

  • Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
  • Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
  • Do not leave a fresh chip for long
  • Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale

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

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.

DIY kit or professional repair?

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.

What your bath is made of matters

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.

Cast iron

A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is what we repair.

Carrington and the surrounding area

Carrington is about 3 miles south of Bonnyrigg, in Midlothian. Across the EH23 area, we come to you. Carrington is one of 33 towns and villages in Midlothian we cover. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 9 miles away.

Our technicians cover all of the EH23 postcode area. Local streets include Main Street, Primrose Gardens and Manse Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we cover Arniston (2 miles east), Birkenside (2 miles east), Gorebridge (2 miles north-east), Gowkshill (2 miles north-east) and Newtongrange (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Bonnyrigg (3 miles north), Dalkeith (4 miles north), Penicuik (5 miles west), Loanhead (4 miles north-west), Mayfield (3 miles north-east) and Shawfair (6 miles north).

Landmarks near Carrington

Our clients here include homes close to Carrington Parish Church, among other places. The nearest railway station is Gorebridge station, roughly 1.7 miles east. A little further out are Midlothian Community Hospital (3.2 miles north) and Dalhousie Castle (1.9 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Edgelaw Reservoir.

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What we do, step by step

Visits start with a quick look at the job together. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. You can expect it to take a few hours, depending on the damage.

  1. We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
  2. The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
  3. We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
  4. We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
  5. Once it has cured, normally by the following day, the bath is ready to use.

How to prepare

  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
  • Point us to the nearest place to park

How to get a price

Upload a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your EH23 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

Landlord and trade work in Carrington

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Carrington as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.

We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.

Carrington questions

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Typically, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Will the price change on the day?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

How invisible is a bath repair?

The goal is a repair that blends in. How well it disappears depends on the condition of the rest of the bath.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

You’ll get a fixed quote back, plus dates. You’re under no obligation.

What information do you need?

Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.

Will the repair last?

Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It carries our one-year guarantee.

Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?

Yes, we match coloured baths too. We tint the finish to your bath on site.

When we’d advise against a repair

We won’t take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:

  • Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
  • Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
  • Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling

If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before you book.

Materials we repair

  • Whirlpool & spa baths
  • Acrylic
  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Cast iron enamel

What affects the price in Carrington

Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:

  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • What the surface is made of
  • The type of damage

Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Carrington. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

How to get a fixed price

Most quotes are done from photos alone. To make it quick:

  • The material, if you know it
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Details of any past repairs
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates

There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.

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