County Durham · England

Bath Repair for Evenwood Gate homes

Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths in Evenwood Gate, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Deep scratches in acrylic
  • A kit repair that didn’t last
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair near Evenwood Gate

Bath repair in Evenwood Gate, done in place

Whether your bath is steel, cast iron or acrylic, we can repair it. The method changes with the material: rust is treated on metal baths, while cracks in acrylic are reinforced from underneath. We regularly repair acrylic, pressed steel enamel and cast iron enamel, and common reasons people get in touch are chips under the taps and scuffs and scratches in the surface.

Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.

Before and after: a damaged acrylic bath corner repaired in place
Location
Evenwood Gate (DL14)
Region
County Durham
Warranty
One year on every repair
Price
From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

What we do, step by step

We turn up when we said we would and looks over the damage before anything else. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before any work starts. Most visits take a few hours, and the room is left clean and tidy.

  1. We protect the bath and the floor around it.
  2. We clean, key and degrease the damage.
  3. Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
  4. Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
  5. We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the day after.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before

Get a quote

If you’re in Evenwood Gate and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

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Should I try a DIY kit first?

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.

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

Repairs by material

Composite and resin

Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.

Cast iron

Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, which makes it well worth repairing.

When we would advise against a repair

Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, for example:

  • Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
  • Wear across the whole surface, which needs re-enamelling
  • Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before you book.

What we work on

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

Work for landlords and builders

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip.

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Common questions in Evenwood Gate

Is it safe with children and pets around?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.

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.

How soon can you come?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send pictures with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.

Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?

In most cases. We reinforce the crack from behind, then fill and refinish the front, so access behind the panel is important.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.

Do you charge for travel?

No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?

Yes. The colour is mixed on site to suit your bath, including pastel and older colours.

How to care for the repair

Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:

  • Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
  • Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
  • Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning

Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft cloth. Keep scouring pads and gritty cleaners away from it.

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.

What we’re called out for in Evenwood Gate

Rust typically starts where water sits, by the plughole, beneath dripping taps or in an unrepaired chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.

People usually call us when they notice something like this:

  • Chips on the rim or sides
  • Chips caused by builders
  • Chips under the taps
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic

What your quote should include

  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • What prep work is covered

Our hiring checklist

Covering Evenwood Gate

Evenwood Gate is about 4 miles south-west of Bishop Auckland, in County Durham. Book a date that suits you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. Evenwood Gate is one of 329 towns and villages in County Durham we cover. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 26 miles away.

Every address in DL14 is covered. That includes homes on Evenwood Lane, Fairfield and Randolph Terrace. Other places close to Evenwood Gate include Evenwood (1 mile north-west), Ramshaw (2 miles north-west), West Auckland (2 miles north-east), Hummerbeck (2 miles north-east) and St Helen Auckland (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Durham (14 miles north-east), Newton Aycliffe (7 miles east), Bishop Auckland (4 miles north-east), Spennymoor (8 miles north-east), Shildon (4 miles east) and Crook (7 miles north).

Landmarks near Evenwood Gate

Around Evenwood Gate, we work in homes near St Paul, The Sun Inn and Evenwood CofE Primary School. Evenwood Gate’s nearest station is Bishop Auckland station, about 4.2 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Bishop Auckland Hospital (4.1 miles north-east) and Raby Castle (2.6 miles south-west).

Map of Evenwood Gate © OpenStreetMap contributors

Why repair rather than replace?

For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It’s a fraction of the cost of a new bath and fitting, it’s done in one visit, and nothing else in the room changes. Our bath repair starts from £95. Compared with replacing, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Why us?

  • Work done at your home or business
  • One visit for most repairs
  • Same prices wherever you are
  • A year’s guarantee on all work

Take a look at our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

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