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Bath chip & crack repair in Eastgate, Peterborough

Bath repair in Eastgate without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then we come to you.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
  • A chipped rim or side
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book bath repair in Eastgate

How we price bath repair

Repairs from £95. We price every job individually, from your photos. What matters most is:

  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • What kind of damage it is
  • How much damage there is

Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Quotes from your photos

Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Try to send:

  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • One picture of the whole bath
  • Any details about the material

Send us a photo of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you are in Eastgate, and we will come back with a fixed quote.

Bath repair in Eastgate, done in place

A repair fixes just the damaged area and blends it into the rest of the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. You can normally use the bath the following day. Whether it’s a kit repair that didn’t last and scuffs and scratches in the surface, we can typically put it right, whatever the material.

The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.

Before and after: a damaged acrylic bath corner repaired in place
Location
Eastgate (PE1)
County
Peterborough
Cover
A year, on every repair
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

DIY kit or professional repair?

Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.

For a hairline mark somewhere you will 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 a repair cannot fix

A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:

  • Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
  • Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
  • Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)

Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.

What we work on

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

How to care for the repair

A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:

  • Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
  • Store metal items away from the bath
  • Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
  • Rinse it down after each bath

Look after the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.

A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.

Where we work around Eastgate

Eastgate is about 1 mile east of Peterborough, in Peterborough. From the centre of Eastgate to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We cover all 18 towns and villages in Peterborough, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Eastgate to Birmingham (about 70 miles away).

Our repair technicians cover all of the PE1 postcode area. From New Road, City Road and Wake Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. We also cover the places around Eastgate: Fengate (1 mile south-east), Boroughby (1 mile west), Eastfield (1 mile north), Fletton (1 mile south-west) and Peterborough (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Orton Waterville (4 miles south-west), Orton (3 miles south-west), Orton Longueville (3 miles south-west), Alwalton (4 miles south-west) and Castor (5 miles west).

Landmarks near Eastgate

Typical jobs here are in homes near St Mary's, Greater Peterborough UTC and Lime Academy Abbotsmede. You will also find Central Park (0.6 miles north-west), St John Fisher Catholic High School (within half a mile north-east) and The College Arms (0.6 miles west). For rail, the closest station is Peterborough station, about 0.9 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Peterborough District Hospital (1.1 miles west) and Queensgate shopping centre (0.7 miles west). For a walk, there’s Stanground Wash and Orton Mere.

Map of Eastgate © OpenStreetMap contributors

Common questions in Eastgate

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Yes. Doing several items on one visit usually costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.

Can you fix rust around the plughole?

Yes, it’s one of the most common repairs we do. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

What happens next?

We come back with a fixed price. You are under no obligation.

Will I be able to see the repair?

The goal is a repair that blends in. How well it disappears depends on the condition of the rest of the bath.

Will the price change on the day?

We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

Is there a guarantee?

Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

Will there be a smell?

A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.

Repair or replace: which is better?

A new bath brings a chain of other jobs: tiles along the rim generally crack when it comes out, the panel may not fit the new one, and a plumber has to disconnect and reconnect everything. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Our bath repair starts from £95. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking.

Why book with us

  • One visit for most repairs
  • One price list for the entire UK
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing

Take a look at our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

The process

On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we’ll get on with it. Most visits take two to three hours for most chips.

  1. Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, 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, usually the following day.

Before we arrive

  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Clear the area around the damage

Ask for a price

No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.

Send pictures for a quote

Advice

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Acrylic

Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. There’s no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.

Pressed steel

Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Chips rust quickly on steel, particularly by the plughole, so early repairs matter.

Work for landlords and builders

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Eastgate use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it usually costs far less than a refit.

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.

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