Midlothian · Scotland

Bath Repair for Dalkeith homes

Our technicians come to Dalkeith 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
  • Deep scratches in acrylic
  • Chips on the rim or sides
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath repair in Dalkeith?

About Dalkeith

Dalkeith is about 7 miles south-east of Edinburgh, in Midlothian. Anywhere in EH22, a technician comes to you. Our repair technicians cover all 33 towns and villages across Midlothian. Our jobs stretch from Dalkeith to Edinburgh (about 7 miles away).

Postcode districts we cover here: EH22. Streets in the area include High Street, Thornybank Square and Station Road, and we cover them all. Dalkeith is on the A7 and A768, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also travel to Newbattle (1 mile south-west), Easthouses (1 mile south-east), Newtongrange (2 miles south), Mayfield (2 miles south-east) and D'Arcy (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Penicuik (7 miles south-west), Loanhead (4 miles west), Gorebridge (3 miles south), Rosewell (4 miles south-west), Roslin (5 miles south-west) and Bilston (5 miles west). Dalkeith is among the bigger towns we cover in Midlothian.

Around Dalkeith

Around Dalkeith, we work in homes near Public Library, East Kirk and Dalkeith High School. The closest station to Dalkeith is Eskbank station, roughly 1.1 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Dalkeith Palace (0.6 miles north) and Cousland Smiddy (2.8 miles east). Open spaces near Dalkeith include Duddingston Loch and The New Leaf Co-op.

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Bath repair in Dalkeith, done in place

Whatever the damage, the aim is the same: a smooth, solid repair that blends in. We prepare the area properly, fill and shape it, then match the colour and gloss so it sits flush with the rest of the bath. Our repair technicians work on whirlpool & spa baths, roll-top & freestanding and acrylic, and common reasons people contact us are chips on the rim or sides and impact holes in acrylic.

You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll come back.

Bath enamel chip by the waste, filled and colour matched (before and after)
Area
Dalkeith (EH22)
County
Midlothian
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Landlord and trade work in Dalkeith

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Dalkeith as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it typically costs far less than a refit.

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.

What we are called out for in Dalkeith

Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, and the damage is not always spotted until later. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.

Keep an eye out for any of the following:

  • A chipped rim or side
  • Chips caused by builders
  • Rust by the waste and overflow
  • Cracks in an acrylic bath

Before you book anyone

  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • How changes to the job are handled
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • Whether the price covers travel

10 questions to ask before you book

How to care for the repair

To keep it looking its best:

  • Do not leave a fresh chip for long
  • Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
  • Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby

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.

Avoid standing in a cracked acrylic bath until it’s fixed. Each time it flexes, the crack grows, and it can start to leak underneath.

What your bath is made of matters

Composite and resin

Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.

Pressed steel

Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Chips rust quickly on steel, particularly by the plughole, so repair chips early.

What happens on the day

We begin by going over the job with you. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. Allow a few hours, depending on the damage, and we’ll tell you if anything changes.

  1. Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
  2. We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
  3. We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
  4. Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the next day.

Before we arrive

  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Open a window if you can

Ask for a price

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.

Send photos for a quote

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When we’d advise against a repair

Not everything can be repaired, and we’ll tell you before we start. Repairs won’t solve:

  • Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
  • Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
  • Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.

Surfaces we repair

  • Acrylic
  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Whirlpool & spa baths
  • Cast iron enamel

FAQs for Dalkeith

How long does the repair take to cure?

Normally by the following day, depending on the repair.

Is my repair covered?

Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

Can you fix rust around the plughole?

Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.

Can landlords book you?

Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders in Dalkeith.

Is repairing better than replacing?

In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.

What do you need from me?

A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.

What happens after I send photos?

You get a fixed quote and available dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.

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 normally cheaper.

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

What bath repair costs

Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:

  • How many items we do on one visit
  • Access to the area
  • How much damage there is
  • The type of damage

Compared with replacing, repairing normally costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Getting a price from photos

We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:

  • Something in shot to show the size
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • The material, if you know it
  • Where you are, by postcode

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.

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