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Bath chip & crack repair in Draycott in the Clay, Derbyshire
Problem with your bath in Draycott in the Clay? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Impact holes in acrylic
Bath repair in Draycott in the Clay without replacing anything
Repairing baths is what we do most. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all repaired in place, normally in one visit. We regularly repair cast iron enamel, roll-top & freestanding and acrylic, and people most frequently call us about damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and scuffs and scratches in the surface.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are not left on your own once we have gone.
- Location
- Draycott in the Clay (DE6)
- Area hub
- Derbyshire
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Repair or replace: which is better?
People often assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. In most cases it does not: a proper repair gives it years more use, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Our bath repair starts from £95. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why us?
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- One visit for most repairs
- We leave the room as we found it
Read our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Towns and villages near Draycott in the Clay
Other services in Draycott in the Clay
Covering Draycott in the Clay
Draycott in the Clay is about 5 miles south-east of Uttoxeter, in Derbyshire. Our technicians come to clients in Draycott in the Clay and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. We work in 532 places across Derbyshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 27 miles away.
Our visits in DE6 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Main Road, Swan Road and Hollow Lane or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Main roads around Draycott in the Clay include the B5017, which makes travel easy. Close by, we cover Moreton (1 mile north), Hanbury (1 mile south-east), Hanbury Woodend (2 miles south-east), Woodend (2 miles south-east) and Fauld (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Swadlincote (10 miles south-east), Ashbourne (11 miles north), Woodville (12 miles south-east), Upper Midway (10 miles south-east), Hilton (6 miles east) and Midway (11 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Draycott in the Clay
We visit homes around St Augustine's Church, St Augustine's CofE Academy and The Swan Inn, among other places. The closest station to Draycott in the Clay is Tutbury & Hatton station, roughly 3.7 miles east. A little further out are National Trust Museum of Childhood (2 miles north) and Tutbury Castle (3.3 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Brankley Pastures.
What we cannot put right
Not everything can be repaired, and we’ll tell you before we start. We can’t fix:
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we work on
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
How it works
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and tidy away. Plan for two to three hours for most chips. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- The repair is left to cure, and most baths can be used the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Getting a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. There is no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
Advice
Draycott in the Clay: your questions answered
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote.
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Most of the time. The back of the crack is strengthened before the front is filled and refinished, so we need access under the bath.
Is repairing better than replacing?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
How do I book?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
Will you leave a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we have finished.
Do you cover the entire of Derbyshire?
Across the UK, and that includes Draycott in the Clay. Prices don’t change with location.
What bath repair costs
Repairs from £95. You’ll know the full cost before booking. We look at:
- The material and finish
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Whether we combine several jobs
A repair usually costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
How to get a fixed price
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
Email us pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Draycott in the Clay, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Aftercare tips
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Put a towel in the bath if you’re working above it
- Have new chips seen to early
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, because they can mark the enamel. And fix dripping taps promptly.
Until we visit, a strip of waterproof tape over the damage helps, to keep water out. Remove it before the repair.
Repairs by material
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They don’t rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, which makes it well worth repairing.
What we’re called out for in Draycott in the Clay
Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the base flex.
Common reasons people in Draycott in the Clay contact us include:
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Holes from dropped items
- Chips under the taps
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
What to look for in a quote
- When it can be used again
- Who will actually do the work
- What aftercare is recommended
- What preparation is included
For landlords and businesses
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Derbyshire and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
