Shropshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Cross, Shropshire
Bath repair across Cross and nearby, typically in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- A hole punched through by something heavy
About our bath repair in Cross
We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. You can generally use the bath the next day. We are often asked to fix a hole punched through by something heavy and chips on the rim or sides, in whirlpool & spa baths, pressed steel enamel and acrylic.
Every job is backed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Area
- Cross (SY12)
- Region
- Shropshire
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Cross
Repairs from £95. You’ll know the full cost before booking. We take into account:
- How much damage there is
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The material and finish
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.
Getting a price from photos
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Details of any past repairs
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job without visiting.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.
Work for landlords and builders
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Cross as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Exposed steel rusts fast, especially around the waste, so early repairs matter.
What we cannot put right
It helps to know what we can’t do:
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Questions from Cross
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders across Shropshire.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Most baths can be used the following day. We’ll tell you the exact curing time when we finish.
How much does bath repair cost in Cross?
Prices start from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?
Normally, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a photo.
How do I book?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Is a bath repair durable?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Usually, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
More services for Cross
Signs you need bath repair in Cross
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, any chip down to the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- Chips caused by builders
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Impact holes in acrylic
What to look for in a quote
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- When it can be used again
- What aftercare is recommended
About Cross
Cross is about 8 miles north-east of Oswestry, in Shropshire. Clients in Cross get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. Cross is one of 433 places in Shropshire where we work. Our nearest city page is Liverpool, about 33 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: SY12. We also cover the places around Cross: Elson (1 mile south-west), Dudleston Heath (1 mile west), Knolton (2 miles north-west), Lightwood Green (3 miles north) and Little Overton (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Oswestry (8 miles south-west), Whitchurch (10 miles east), Wem (9 miles south-east), Oxon (15 miles south), Ditherington (15 miles south-east) and Heathgates (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Cross
We visit homes around Ellesmere Primary School, Lakelands Academy and Lakelands Academy, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find Penley Community Hospital (2.6 miles north-east) and Ellesmere Castle (1.4 miles south-east). For a walk, there is The Mere.
The process
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, and get on with the job, which normally takes two to three hours for most chips. If anything looks different from your photos, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- 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.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Ask for a price
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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Aftercare tips
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
There’s nothing special to do after a repair, beyond gentle cleaning. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners and give it a rinse after each bath.
A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
