County Durham · England
Bath Repair in Craghead
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths at your home in Craghead, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Repairs from £95
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- Chips under the taps
Bath repair in Craghead, done in place
A repair fixes just the damaged area and blends it into the rest of the bath, which is far cheaper than replacing a fitted bath. You can typically use the bath the following day. Whether it’s scratches you can feel with a fingernail and a cracked acrylic bath, we can generally put it right, on whirlpool & spa baths, cast iron enamel and acrylic alike.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are covered after the visit.
- Where
- Craghead (DH9)
- Region
- County Durham
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Keeping it looking good
To keep it looking its best:
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Have new chips seen to early
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust sets in.
Small chips are quick to repair. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
Our work in Craghead
Craghead is about 1 mile south-east of Stanley, in County Durham. Anywhere in DH9, a technician comes to you. Craghead is one of 329 places in County Durham we cover. We work right across the region, from Craghead to Newcastle upon Tyne (10 miles away).
Jobs in DH9 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes on Edward Street, William Street and John Street and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Craghead, we cover Holmside (1 mile south), Stanley (1 mile north-west), Grange Villa (2 miles north-east), No Place (2 miles north) and West Pelton (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Durham (6 miles south-east), Consett (7 miles west), Bishop Auckland (14 miles south), Spennymoor (11 miles south), Seaham (13 miles east) and Chester-le-Street (4 miles east).
Landmarks near Craghead
We visit homes around North Durham Academy and Bloemfontein Primary School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Chester-Le-Street station, about 3.6 miles east. Nearby you will also find Ankers House Museum (3.8 miles east) and Chester Le Street Hospital (3.7 miles east).
Honest limits
Some jobs are not right for a repair, including:
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Craghead
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
Repairs by material
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
What we do, step by step
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we’ll take it from there. Most visits take a morning or an afternoon.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.
Before we arrive
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Get a quote
Most customers in Craghead get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Related advice
Can I fix it myself?
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
Work for landlords and builders
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in County Durham and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
Repair or replace in Craghead?
Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: the tiles sitting on the rim tend to break, a new panel is frequently needed, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Our bath repair starts from £95. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why book with us
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
Read our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Signs you need bath repair in Craghead
Rust tends to begin where water collects, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.
Most people get in touch when they notice something like this:
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Chips under the taps
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
Comparing quotes
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Whether they match the colour on site
- Who turns up on the day
- What preparation is included
Places near Craghead
What else we do in Craghead
Craghead: your questions answered
How much does bath repair cost in Craghead?
Prices start from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You will get a fixed figure before you book.
Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?
In most cases. The back of the crack is strengthened before the front is filled and refinished, so access behind the panel is important.
Is there any odour?
There may be a mild smell during the work.
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Which areas do you work in?
We cover the entire UK, including Craghead and the rest of County Durham. Just include your postcode and we’ll confirm dates.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
How soon can you come?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
Normally. Send us a picture of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.
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