Scottish Borders · Scotland
Bath Repair for Ettrickbridge homes
We travel to Ettrickbridge for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Snagging damage from a refit
- A chip where the taps sit
Bath repair at your home in Ettrickbridge
We have repaired just about every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. Each is repaired in place. We regularly repair whirlpool & spa baths, acrylic and cast iron enamel, and the jobs we see most are a hole punched through by something heavy and damage done while the bathroom was being fitted.
You are covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before booking.
- Area
- Ettrickbridge (TD7)
- Region
- Scottish Borders
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Have new chips seen to early
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before using the bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.
Don’t leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.
Also near Ettrickbridge
Also in Ettrickbridge
When to call us in Ettrickbridge
Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tools, tiles and fittings get dropped into the bath, frequently before anyone notices. Snagging repairs like these are a regular job for us.
People normally call us when they notice one of these:
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- Chips under the taps
- Snagging damage from a refit
What to look for in a quote
- What prep work is covered
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- What happens if they find more damage
- What protection goes down before work starts
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
Work for landlords and builders
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in the Scottish Borders and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit.
Common questions in Ettrickbridge
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes, very frequently. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
You get a fixed price and available dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
How soon can you come?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Will the repair last?
A properly prepared repair should last a long time, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job typically takes a morning or an afternoon. We tidy up before we leave and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- 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.
Getting ready for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Clear the area around the damage
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Get a quote
Send us a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your TD7 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Related advice
Honest limits
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we work on
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
Our work in Ettrickbridge
Ettrickbridge is about 9 miles north-west of Hawick, in the Scottish Borders. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Our repair technicians cover all 89 towns and villages across the Scottish Borders. Our nearest city page is Edinburgh, about 31 miles away.
We work across the TD7 postcode area and the streets around it. Ettrickbridge is on the B7009, so it’s easy for us to reach. Other places close to Ettrickbridge include Yarrowford (4 miles north), Broadmeadows (4 miles north), Woll (5 miles east), Ashkirk (5 miles east) and Selkirk (6 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Galashiels (10 miles north-east), Hawick (9 miles south-east), Peebles (13 miles north-west), Wilton (9 miles south-east), Innerleithen (8 miles north-west) and Melrose (11 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Ettrickbridge
In Ettrickbridge, that means homes near Ettrickbridge Church. Open spaces near Ettrickbridge include Akermoor Loch.
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, just like other baths.
Repair or replace in Ettrickbridge?
A new bath costs more than the bath itself: taking out the old one, plumbing, tiling, a panel and redecorating. With a repair, it’s one visit and one price. Prices start from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send pictures and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Why us?
- Usually one visit, start to finish
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Work done at your home or business
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
See our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
