South Lanarkshire · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Cathkin, South Lanarkshire
Problem with your bath in Cathkin? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- Rust spots around the plughole
Bath repair in Cathkin, done in place
You don’t need a new bath because of a chip. We fill the damage, shape it to the curve of the bath and refinish it, mixing the colour on the day. Common call-outs are for chips along the edge of the bath and holes from dropped items, in pressed steel enamel, cast iron enamel and whirlpool & spa baths.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.
- Location
- Cathkin (G73)
- Area hub
- South Lanarkshire
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
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.
Work for landlords and builders
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Letting agents often send us pictures straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
What we are called out for in Cathkin
Heavy toiletries are the biggest single cause of chips. Taps and wastes cause problems too: water collects there, so chips nearby rust quickly.
Most people contact us when they notice something like this:
- A cracked acrylic bath
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Rust spots around the plughole
What your quote should include
- What aftercare is recommended
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- What happens if they find more damage
Keeping it looking good
It’s all simple stuff:
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Deal with new chips early, before rust sets in.
If an acrylic bath has a crack, stop showering in it until it’s repaired. Every use opens the crack a little more, and it can start to leak underneath.
The process
Arrival times are agreed in advance. On site, it takes a few hours for most jobs. We leave the room clean and you will know when it can be used.
- First, we check the damage against your pictures and agree the plan.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Before we arrive
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Open a window if you can
Ask for a price
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
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How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- The type of damage
- Unusual colours or finishes
- What the surface is made of
- How many areas need work
There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Quotes from your photos
Before you send photos, a few simple things make all the difference:
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Natural light rather than flash
- One picture of the entire bath
- Any details about the material
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 without visiting.
Your questions about bath repair in Cathkin
Will the repair last?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and ours come with a one-year guarantee. Gentle cleaning helps.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Typically, yes. The old repair comes out first, so let us know about it.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
What information do you need?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we will take it from there.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
When we’d advise against a repair
Not everything can be repaired, and we’ll tell you before we start. We cannot fix:
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
Towns and villages near Cathkin
What else we do in Cathkin
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. There is no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
Covering Cathkin
Cathkin is about 2 miles south-west of Cambuslang, in South Lanarkshire. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We work in all 139 towns and villages across South Lanarkshire.
Postcode districts we cover here: G73. Jobs here include addresses on Menteith Place, Duror Road and Cathkin Gate. Close by, we cover Springhall (1 mile north), Whitlawburn (1 mile north-east), Burnside (1 mile north), Kirkhill (1 mile north-east) and Eastfield (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover East Kilbride (3 miles south), Hamilton (6 miles south-east), Uddingston (5 miles east), Blantyre (4 miles east), Larkhall (10 miles south-east) and Carluke (15 miles east).
Near you in Cathkin
We visit homes around West Coats Primary School, Cambuslang Park and Fernhill School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Burnside station, roughly 1 mile north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Gilbertfield Castle (1.6 miles east) and Kingsgate Retail Park (1.7 miles south-east). Not far away are Cathkin Braes.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
