Leicestershire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Coston, Leicestershire
Problem with your bath in Coston? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Rusty patches near the plughole
How we handle bath repair in Coston
Most bath damage, from chips and cracks to rust spots and holes, can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. Nothing is unplumbed, your tiles stay as they are, and the finish is matched to the rest of the bath. Our repair technicians work on pressed steel enamel, acrylic and cast iron enamel, and common reasons people get in touch are cracks in an acrylic bath and rust spots around the plughole.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Leicestershire.
- Area
- Coston (LE14)
- Area hub
- Leicestershire
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Why repair rather than replace?
Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: getting one out, particularly from an upstairs bathroom, is a big job, and a like-for-like replacement can be expensive. A repair keeps it in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. We do not add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Coston
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- No extra charge for your area
- Most jobs done in one visit
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
Read our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Questions from Coston
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Frequently, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a photo.
How much does bath repair cost in Coston?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed price based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the whole item and your postcode.
What areas do you cover?
All of Leicestershire, and the rest of the UK. There is no extra charge for travel.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Can you price it without visiting?
Nearly always. If photos don’t show enough, we will ask for another angle.
Can you redo an old repair?
Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Mention it when you send pictures.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
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.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Coston
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Chips rust quickly on steel, especially around the waste, so repair chips early.
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, just like other baths.
What we can’t put right
We will not take on work that will not last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. We do not charge extra for travel to Coston. The price depends on:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Doing more than one item at once
- The type of damage
Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
How to get a fixed quote
Two or three clear photos are typically enough. It helps if you send:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Where you are, by postcode
- Details of any past repairs
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Covering Coston
Coston is about 6 miles east of Melton Mowbray, in Leicestershire. Whether you’re in the middle of Coston or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We cover 287 places across Leicestershire. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 53 miles away.
Our visits in LE14 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Coston include Garthorpe (1 mile south-west), Wymondham (2 miles south), Saxby (2 miles south-west), Teigh (4 miles south) and Whissendine (5 miles south). Further out, we also cover Melton Mowbray (6 miles west), Syston (15 miles south-west), East Goscote (14 miles west), Asfordby (9 miles west), Queniborough (14 miles south-west) and Old Dalby (11 miles west).
Around Coston
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of St Andrew. Nearby you’ll also find Garthorpe Motte (1.2 miles south-west). Not far away are Cribb's Meadow.
Towns and villages near Coston
Other services in Coston
How the visit works
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we will take it from there. Most visits take two to three hours for most chips, tidy-up included.
- First, we check the damage against your pictures 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.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Open a window if you can
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Ask for a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Advice
How to care for the repair
Looking after the surface is easy:
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Don’t leave a fresh chip for long
In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, clean it as you would the rest of the bath, avoiding abrasives.
Do not leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.
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