Staffordshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Cheadle, Staffordshire
We travel to Cheadle 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
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
Bath repair at your home in Cheadle
It pays to repair bath damage while it’s small. 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, whirlpool & spa baths and acrylic, and the jobs we see most are damage beneath the taps and cracks in an acrylic bath.
You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Cheadle as everywhere else we work.
- Location
- Cheadle (ST10)
- County
- Staffordshire
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. There is no charge for travel to Cheadle. The price depends on:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Unusual colours or finishes
- The material and finish
- How many areas need work
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Getting a price from photos
When you take your photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- One picture of the entire bath
You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Your questions about bath repair in Cheadle
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. If pictures do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes, for a year. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
For landlords and businesses
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
What we do, step by step
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and clear up. Allow a few hours. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and how to look after it.
- First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
How to get a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.
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About Cheadle
Cheadle is about 8 miles east of Stoke-on-Trent, in Staffordshire. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. We cover 512 places across Staffordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Manchester, about 35 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: ST10. Local streets include High Street, Station Road and Charles Street, all of which we cover. Cheadle sits on or near the A521 and A522, so getting to you is simple. Close by, we cover Rakeway (1 mile south-east), Huntley (1 mile south), Threapwood (2 miles east), Oldfurnace (2 miles east) and Upper Tean (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Stafford (14 miles south-west), Newcastle-under-Lyme (11 miles west), Longton (6 miles west), Stone (9 miles south-west), Leek (8 miles north) and Biddulph (12 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Cheadle
In Cheadle, that means homes near The Wheatsheaf Hotel, Painsley Catholic College and The Cheadle Academy. Other local landmarks include St. Giles' Catholic Church (less than half a mile north-west) and Cheadle Primary School (within half a mile south-west). For rail, the closest station is Blythe Bridge station, about 3.6 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Alton Castle (3.9 miles east) and Cheadle Hospital (within half a mile west). For a walk, there is Harston Wood.
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Repair or replace in Cheadle?
Cast iron baths especially are worth keeping: getting one out, particularly from an upstairs bathroom, is a big job, and replacing like for like isn’t cheap. Repairing it leaves it where it is. Our bath repair starts from £95. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Cheadle
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- One price list for the whole UK
Take a look at our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Keeping it looking good
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Put a towel in the bath if you’re working above it
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
There’s nothing special to do after a repair. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners and rinse after use.
Do not leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
Do you need bath repair in Cheadle?
Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the bath move until the acrylic gives way.
Customers typically contact us about:
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- Chips caused by builders
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
What to look for in a quote
- How changes to the job are handled
- Aftercare advice
- How the room is protected while they work
- What prep work is covered
DIY repairs versus a professional job
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
When a repair isn’t the answer
Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits too:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we work on
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
