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Bath Repair for Etteridge homes

Problem with your bath in Etteridge? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Rust spots around the plughole
  • Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair for Etteridge homes

How we handle bath repair in Etteridge

A typical bath repair is a few hours’ work, and the bath is back in use the following day. There is no need to book a plumber or tiler, because nothing is disconnected. Our technicians work on cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and acrylic, and people most frequently call us about scratches you can feel with a fingernail and chips caused by builders.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will sort it.

Acrylic bath corner rebuilt by Surface Doctor, before and after
Location
Etteridge (PH20)
Area hub
Highland
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

How it works

We work cleanly and quietly, so you can stay at home while we’re there. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes a few hours. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
  2. The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
  3. We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
  4. We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
  5. The repair is left to cure, and most baths can be used the next day.

How to prepare

  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Have a window or extractor fan available

How to get a price

Most clients in Etteridge get their price from photos. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.

Send pictures for a quote

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What we’re called out for in Etteridge

The usual cause is something heavy dropped into the bath, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Cracks in acrylic have a different cause: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.

Contact us if you’ve noticed any of these:

  • A kit repair that didn’t last
  • A cracked acrylic bath
  • Impact holes in acrylic
  • Scuffs and scratches in the surface

What to look for in a quote

  • How changes to the job are handled
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • Whether they match the colour on site

10 questions to ask before booking

Repairs by material

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.

Acrylic

Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. They do not rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.

Etteridge and the surrounding area

Etteridge is about 32 miles south of Inverness, in Highland. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Etteridge is one of 253 towns and villages in Highland where we work. You can also see our page for Glasgow, about 80 miles away.

Jobs in PH20 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. If you’re just outside Etteridge, we cover Newtonmore (4 miles north), Laggan (4 miles west), Gergask (5 miles west), Dalwhinnie (6 miles south-west) and Kingussie (7 miles north-east). For island and remote addresses, ring us first and we’ll plan the trip.

What’s near Etteridge

The closest station to Etteridge is Newtonmore station, about 4 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Cluny Castle (2.7 miles west). Not far away are Loch Cuaich and Creag Bhuidhe.

Map of Etteridge © OpenStreetMap contributors

When we would advise against a repair

It helps to know what we cannot do:

  • Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
  • A whole bath that is dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
  • Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below

Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.

Surfaces we repair

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

Aftercare tips

Aftercare is simple:

  • Rinse it down after each bath
  • Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
  • Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
  • Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath

Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before using the bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.

Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so it pays to deal with it early.

Etteridge questions

Do you cover the whole of Highland?

Everywhere in the UK, Etteridge included. There’s no extra charge for travel.

What does bath repair cost?

Prices start from £95. We give a fixed quote based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the entire item and your postcode.

Do you work in Etteridge?

Yes, we do. Repair technicians travel to Etteridge from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.

Can you quote from pictures?

In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.

Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?

In most cases. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send photos.

Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?

Frequently, if there’s access underneath. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Of course. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.

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.

Repairing versus replacing in Etteridge

When the bath is otherwise sound, repairing beats replacing. It’s quicker, cheaper and far less disruptive, and you keep the bath you chose. Where the entire surface is tired, we may suggest re-enamelling instead. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.

Why us?

  • Usually one visit, start to finish
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • A fixed quote before you book
  • No extra charge for your area

Read our prices page and bath cost comparison.

For landlords and businesses

If you manage property in Etteridge, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we will price them together.

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

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