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Bath chip & crack repair in Cathays, Cardiff
Bath repair in Cathays without the cost of replacing. Send us photos for a fixed quote, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips caused by builders
- Damage beneath the taps
Bath repair in Cathays, done in place
Small damage on a bath is worth repairing early. On steel and cast iron, exposed metal starts to rust, while cracks in acrylic grow each time the bath moves. A repair stops both. Our repair technicians work on roll-top & freestanding, acrylic and pressed steel enamel, and the jobs we see most are a hole punched through by something heavy and damage beneath the taps.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Location
- Cathays (CF24, CF14, CF10)
- Region
- Cardiff
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
When we would advise against a repair
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- 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 work on in Cathays
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
Repairing versus replacing in Cathays
When the bath is otherwise sound, repairing beats replacing. It’s quicker, cheaper and far less disruptive, and the bathroom stays as it is. Where the whole surface is tired, we may suggest re-enamelling instead. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You will see the full price before booking.
Why Cathays clients choose us
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- We leave the room as we found it
- Work done at your home or business
Read our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Your questions about bath repair in Cathays
When can I have a bath again?
Most baths can be used the day after. We confirm the time before we leave.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses in Cathays.
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes. The colour is mixed on site to suit your bath, including older coloured suites.
How do I get a price for bath repair in Cathays?
Prices start from £95. Every job gets a fixed quote from your pictures. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, we often do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Tell us about it when you send pictures.
How to care for the repair
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
For the first few days, keep heavy bottles off the repaired spot. After that, clean it as you would the rest of the bath without abrasive products.
Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so it pays to deal with it early.
Our work in Cathays
Cathays is about 1 mile south of Cardiff, in Cardiff. Wherever you are in the CF24 postcode area, we come to you. We work in all 91 towns and villages in Cardiff, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of CF24, CF14 and CF10 is within our area. Jobs here include addresses on Moy Road, Colum Road and North Road. We also cover the places around Cathays: Castle (1 mile south), Roath (1 mile east), Castle Quarter (1 mile south), Riverside (1 mile south) and Adamsdown (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ely (3 miles west), Caerau (3 miles south-west), St Mellons (4 miles north-east), Llanrumney (3 miles north-east), Morristown (4 miles south) and Fairwater (3 miles west).
Around Cathays
Typical jobs here are in homes near Howardian High School, St Monica's C.I.W. Primary School and Bute Park. Other local landmarks include Flora Hotel (under half a mile south), Centre for Occupational and Health Psychology (under half a mile south) and Church of St Andrew & St Teilo (less than half a mile south-east). Cathays has its own railway station: Cathays station. Other landmarks nearby include Capitol Centre (1 mile south-east) and Regimental Museum of 1st The Queens Dragoon Guards (less than half a mile north-west). The countryside around Cathays includes Roath Park Lake and Glamorgan Canal / Long Wood.
DIY kit or professional repair?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
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.
How the visit works
You don’t need to empty the room. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and get going once we’ve agreed what we’re doing. It typically takes a morning or an afternoon, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or 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 build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- We leave it to cure; you can usually use the bath the following day.
How to prepare
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
Getting a price
If you’re in Cathays and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Related advice
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, just like other baths.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Also in Cathays
Signs you need bath repair in Cathays
A cracked acrylic bath typically wasn’t supported properly. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the base flex until it cracks.
The most common problems we’re called about are:
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- A chip where the taps sit
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
Comparing quotes
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How your room will be protected
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- When it can be used again
What bath repair costs
Repairs from £95. There is no area surcharge for Cathays. The price reflects:
- Access to the area
- How many areas need work
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
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 doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Send pictures for a quote
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Natural light rather than flash
- Details of any past repairs
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- The material, if you know it
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath, we can price the job without visiting.
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