Scottish Borders · Scotland
Bath Repair in Denholm
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homes and businesses in Denholm and across the Scottish Borders. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Chips caused by builders
About Denholm
Denholm is about 5 miles north-east of Hawick, in the Scottish Borders. From the centre of Denholm to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Denholm is one of 89 places in the Scottish Borders where we work. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 39 miles away.
We work across the TD9 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Main Street, Douglas Drive and Murray Place, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Denholm: Burnfoot (4 miles south-west), Belses (4 miles north), Bonchester Bridge (4 miles south), Stirches (5 miles west) and Hawick (5 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Galashiels (12 miles north-west), Kelso (14 miles north-east), Selkirk (9 miles north-west), Jedburgh (5 miles east), Wilton (5 miles south-west) and Melrose (10 miles north).
What’s near Denholm
We visit homes around Craigmount School and Minto Parish Church, among other places. Nearby you will also find Bedrule Castle (1.8 miles east) and Hawick Community Hospital (5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Denholm include Rubers Law.
About our bath repair in Denholm
You do not need a new bath because of a chip. Our repair technicians fill, shape and refinish the damage, with the colour mixed on site so the repair is hard to spot. If you are dealing with scuffs and scratches in the surface and chips under the taps, we can generally put it right, whatever the material.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Where
- Denholm (TD9)
- Area hub
- Scottish Borders
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I try a DIY kit first?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
Repairs by material
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, just like other baths.
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Exposed steel rusts fast, particularly by the plughole, so early repairs matter.
Should you replace it?
For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It costs far less than a new bath plus fitting, it’s done in one visit, and the bathroom stays exactly as it is. Our bath repair starts from £95. A repair typically costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Denholm
- Colour-matched on site
- Everything repaired in place
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- One price list for the whole UK
Read our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
What affects the price in Denholm
Prices start from £95. You will know the full cost before booking. We take into account:
- How many items we do on one visit
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The material and finish
- How easy the damage is to reach
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book, with nothing added on the day.
Send photos for a quote
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- One picture of the whole bath
- One sharp close-up of the damage
There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
What we do, step by step
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a few hours, depending on the damage. 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.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to 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
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
Get a quote
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
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Common problems we fix in Denholm
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, a chip that reaches the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
People typically call us when they notice something like this:
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Chips on the rim or sides
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Who will actually do the work
Questions from Denholm
How do I book?
Photos of the damage, a photo of the whole bath and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.
Will the repair show?
On a glossy bath, you will struggle to find it. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Yes, we frequently do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Do you work in Denholm?
We do. Technicians travel to Denholm from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
Is my repair covered?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
What does bath repair cost?
Prices start from £95. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You will get a fixed figure before booking.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Aftercare tips
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
A repaired bath needs no special treatment, beyond gentle cleaning. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners.
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.
Honest limits
Some jobs are not right for a repair, including:
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- A steel bath rusted through
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we work on in Denholm
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
