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Bath chip & crack repair in Deighton, York
Bath repair in Deighton without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- A chipped rim or side
Bath repair in Deighton without replacing anything
Small damage on a bath is worth repairing early. Exposed metal on enamelled baths soon rusts, and on acrylic, a crack keeps spreading while the bath flexes. A repair stops both. Common call-outs are for damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and scratches you can feel with a fingernail, across cast iron enamel, acrylic and pressed steel enamel.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Deighton (YO19)
- Region
- York
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What we are called out for in Deighton
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: a shampoo bottle, a shower head, a tile or a tool during a refit. On enamelled baths, a chip that reaches the metal will start to rust.
If you can see any of these, send us a photo:
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Chips caused by builders
- Chips under the taps
What to look for in a quote
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How the colour is matched
- How long it needs to cure
DIY kit or professional repair?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
What a repair can’t fix
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Questions from Deighton
Are you accredited?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Normally, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Will the repair last?
Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It carries our one-year guarantee.
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Mention it when you send pictures.
How do I book?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They don’t rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
Cast iron
A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that’s what we repair.
Looking after it afterwards
How the surface is treated afterwards matters:
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Don’t scrub with anything abrasive
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before using the bath. After that, gentle cleaning keeps it looking good.
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.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Swapping a damaged bath for a new one typically means a plumber, removing the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and getting rid of the old bath. Repairing it deals only with the damage in one visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why Deighton customers choose us
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Same prices wherever you are
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- A year’s guarantee on all work
Read our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
What happens on the day
Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so you know exactly what we are doing. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. It normally takes two to three hours for most chips.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- 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.
Getting ready for the visit
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Let us know about parking or access
Getting a price
To get a price, send two or three pictures through our quote form or call us. We will say straight away if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
Also near Deighton
What else we do in Deighton
Work for landlords and builders
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in York and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
Letting agents often send us pictures straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Deighton and nearby
Deighton is about 5 miles south of York, in York. Across the YO19 area, a technician comes to you. Deighton is one of 79 towns and villages in York where we work. Our nearest city page is Leeds, about 21 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: YO19. We regularly work on streets such as Main Street, Forge Lane and Naburn Lane. Other places close to Deighton include Escrick (1 mile south), Crockey Hill (2 miles north), Naburn (2 miles north-west), Acaster Malbis (3 miles west) and Stillingfleet (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include York (5 miles north), Clementhorpe (5 miles north), Bishophill (5 miles north), Hungate (5 miles north), Clifton (6 miles north) and Tang Hall (5 miles north).
Around Deighton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Church of St Helen and The White Swan pub, among other places. Nearby you will also find The Kohima Museum (3.9 miles north) and York Castle (4.8 miles north). Not far away are Skipwith Common and Siward's Howe.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
