Edinburgh · Scotland
Bath Repair in Dumbiedykes
Problem with your bath in Dumbiedykes? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
DIY kit or professional repair?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
Bath repair at your home in Dumbiedykes
Bath repair is our most common job. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all repaired in place, typically in a single visit. Whether it’s deep scratches in acrylic and rust by the waste and overflow, we can usually put it right, on roll-top & freestanding, pressed steel enamel and acrylic alike.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are covered after the visit.
- Area
- Dumbiedykes (EH8, EH1, EH7)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Signs you need bath repair in Dumbiedykes
The usual cause is something heavy dropped into the bath, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: the bath isn’t properly supported, so it flexes under weight.
Most people get in touch when they notice one of these:
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Rust by the waste and overflow
What to look for in a quote
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Aftercare advice
- Who will actually do the work
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. You won’t pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- How much damage there is
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Access to the area
There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Send pictures for a quote
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what we need:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Details of any past repairs
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, include your postcode and send them to us. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.
FAQs for Dumbiedykes
Do you repair coloured baths?
Yes, we match coloured baths too. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
How do I book?
Photos of the damage, a photo of the whole bath and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Usually. Send us a picture of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.
Is a bath repair durable?
A properly prepared repair should last a long time, and ours come with a one-year guarantee. Gentle cleaning helps it last.
What does bath repair cost?
Repairs from £95. We give a fixed quote from your pictures. Send a close-up and a photo of the whole item with your EH8 postcode.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
How long before I can use the bath?
Usually within a day, though it depends on what we’ve done.
Can tenants book a repair?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
What your bath is made of matters
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
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.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Dumbiedykes
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Dumbiedykes use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
Looking after it afterwards
Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Rinse it down after each bath
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Deal with new chips early, before rust sets in.
If an acrylic bath has a crack, stop showering in it until it’s repaired. Each time it flexes, the crack grows, and it can start to leak underneath.
Our work in Dumbiedykes
Dumbiedykes is about 1 mile east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We cover 175 places in Edinburgh, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of EH8, EH1 and EH7 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include High Street, Calton Road and Hutton Road, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Dumbiedykes: Holyrood (1 mile north-west), Canongate (1 mile north), Buccleuch (1 mile south-west), Old Town (1 mile west) and Greenside (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Queensferry (9 miles west), Southhouse (3 miles south), Gilmerton (4 miles south-east), Muirhouse (3 miles north-west), Slateford (3 miles south-west) and Gracemount (3 miles south).
What’s near Dumbiedykes
In Dumbiedykes, that means homes near St Trinnean's School, Holyrood Park and Edinburgh and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include St Cuthbert's Church (1.1 miles west), The World's End pub (within half a mile north-west), Scottish Poetry Library (under half a mile north) and London Street Primary School (0.8 miles north-west). Dumbiedykes’s nearest station is Edinburgh Waverley station, about 0.5 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Deaconess Hospital (less than half a mile south-west) and Edinburgh Castle (0.9 miles west). Open spaces near Dumbiedykes include Dunsapie Loch and Salisbury Crags.
- Nearby schools include Old Royal High School (within half a mile north)
What happens on the day
We turn up at the time we agreed with you, introduces themselves and checks the damage against your pictures first. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before we open a single tin. The work itself takes a few hours, depending on the damage, and the room is left clean and tidy.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, normally the next day.
How to prepare
- Open a window if you can
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Make sure the area is dry
How to get a price
For a price in Dumbiedykes, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Related advice
Repairing versus replacing in Dumbiedykes
A repair makes sense whenever the damage is localised. It’s a fraction of the cost of a new bath and fitting, it’s done in one visit, and the bathroom stays exactly as it is. Prices start from £95. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You will see the full price before you book, with nothing added on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Dumbiedykes
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Same prices wherever you are
- Work done at your home or business
Take a look at our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
What else we do in Dumbiedykes
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
