Gateshead · England
Bath Repair in Crookgate Bank
Our repair technicians come to Crookgate Bank for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Snagging damage from a refit
Bath repair at your home in Crookgate Bank
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 and the tiles around it. Most baths can be used again the following day. Whether it’s a kit repair that didn’t last and cracks in an acrylic bath, we can help, on roll-top & freestanding, pressed steel enamel and whirlpool & spa baths alike.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Crookgate Bank and across Gateshead.
- Area
- Crookgate Bank (NE16)
- County
- Gateshead
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
How the visit works
Visits start with a quick look at the job together. After that, protection goes down around the work area and the work begins. It normally takes a morning or an afternoon.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- 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 tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, usually the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Ensure the area is dry
Getting a price
Most clients in Crookgate Bank get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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What we cannot put right
A repair is not right for every job, including:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
Signs you need bath repair in Crookgate Bank
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 it cracks.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- A cracked acrylic bath
- A chipped rim or side
- Rusty patches near the plughole
Before booking anyone
- What prep work is covered
- What happens if they find more damage
- How the room is protected while they work
- Whether a trained technician does the job
What your bath is made of matters
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Exposed steel rusts fast, particularly by the plughole, so repair chips early.
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
Crookgate Bank and the surrounding area
Crookgate Bank is about 2 miles north-west of Stanley, in Gateshead. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. Crookgate Bank is one of 49 towns and villages in Gateshead we cover. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 7 miles away.
Our visits in NE16 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether you live on Lapwing Court, Field Fare Court and Plover Drive or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Nearby, we also work in Byermoor (1 mile north), Burnopfield (1 mile north-west), Lintz (1 mile west), High Friarside (1 mile west) and Rowlands Gill (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Gateshead (6 miles north-east), Blaydon (4 miles north), Dunston (5 miles north-east), Whickham (3 miles north-east), Ryton (5 miles north) and Winlaton (4 miles north).
Near you in Crookgate Bank
We visit homes around North Durham Academy, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and The Pack Horse pub, among other places. Crookgate Bank’s nearest station is Metrocentre station, roughly 4.5 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Derwentside (2.9 miles south-west) and Dunston Hill Hospital (3.9 miles north-east).
Looking after it afterwards
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Have new chips seen to early
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
Look after the repair the same way as the bath: warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft cloth. Keep scouring pads and gritty cleaners away from it.
A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
Also near Crookgate Bank
What else we do in Crookgate Bank
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Crookgate Bank. The price reflects:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The material
- How easy the damage is to reach
- How many areas need work
A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Send photos for a quote
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Where you are, by postcode
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Any details about the material
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, include your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
Repairing versus replacing in Crookgate Bank
Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: they’re very heavy to remove, especially upstairs, and a like-for-like replacement can be expensive. A repair keeps it in place. Our bath repair starts from £95. We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why Crookgate Bank customers choose us
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
Read our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Questions from Crookgate Bank
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
In most cases. We remove the old repair before doing a new one, so let us know about it.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?
In most cases. We reinforce the crack from behind, then fill and refinish the front, so we need access under the bath.
Will the repair last?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps.
Will I be able to see the repair?
On a glossy bath, you’ll struggle to find it. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
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 before the end of a tenancy.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
