Staffordshire · England

Bath chip & crack repair in Fole, Staffordshire

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

  • Repairs from £95
  • Damage beneath the taps
  • Rust by the waste and overflow
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair for Fole homes

Bath repair in Fole without replacing anything

Chips, cracks, rust spots and small holes can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. Nothing is unplumbed, your tiles stay as they are, and the repaired area is colour matched so it blends in. Whether it’s a chip where the taps sit and rust by the waste and overflow, we can help, whatever the material.

Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Fole and across Staffordshire.

Bath enamel chip by the waste, filled and colour matched (before and after)
Where
Fole (ST14)
County
Staffordshire
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

How to look after the repair

So the finish stays in good condition:

  • Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
  • Don’t leave razors or cans standing in the bath
  • Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
  • Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth

A repaired bath needs no special treatment. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners and rinse after use.

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.

What we cannot put right

Some jobs are not right for a repair, for example:

  • A steel bath rusted through
  • Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
  • A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)

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

Materials we repair

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

What your bath is made of matters

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

An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They do not rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.

Fole questions

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Most of the time. Let us know what was used before.

How invisible is a bath repair?

On a glossy bath, you will struggle to find it. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Typically, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.

How do I book?

Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.

Can landlords book you?

We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

Will there be a smell?

Expect a mild smell while we’re working that clears as it cures.

What happens if you find more damage?

The price is fixed for what the photos show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.

How much does bath repair cost in Fole?

Prices start from £95. We give a fixed price from your pictures. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your ST14 postcode.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.

About Fole

Fole is about 3 miles north-west of Uttoxeter, in Staffordshire. From the centre of Fole to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Fole is one of 512 towns and villages in Staffordshire where we work. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 32 miles away.

Our repair technicians cover all of the ST14 postcode area and the streets around it. We also travel to Checkley (1 mile west), Beamhurst (1 mile south-east), Hollington (1 mile north-east), Withington (2 miles south-west) and Church Leigh (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Stafford (12 miles south-west), Newcastle-under-Lyme (14 miles north-west), Burton upon Trent (15 miles south-east), Longton (9 miles north-west), Rugeley (12 miles south) and Stone (9 miles west).

Landmarks near Fole

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St Mary's and All Saints' Church and Hutchinson Memorial CofE First School. For rail, the closest station is Uttoxeter station, roughly 4.2 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Redfern's Cottage (3.8 miles south-east) and Alton Castle (3.6 miles north-east).

Map of Fole © OpenStreetMap contributors

What bath repair costs

Repairs from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. These are the things that affect it:

  • The material and finish
  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • What kind of damage it is
  • Unusual colours or finishes

Compared with replacing, repairing usually costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Send pictures for a quote

A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:

  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Details of any past repairs
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection

No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.

What we’re called out for in Fole

Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else. Taps and wastes cause problems too: water sits around them, and any chip there soon rusts.

You may need us if you’ve spotted:

  • Rusty patches near the plughole
  • Deep scratches in acrylic
  • A chip where the taps sit
  • An old repair that has yellowed or come loose

What your quote should include

  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • What prep work is covered
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?

Choosing a repair company

What happens on the day

Here’s how a visit generally runs: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Allow two to three hours for most chips. Before we go, we’ll explain when it can be used and how to care for it.

  1. We protect the bath and the floor around it.
  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 clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.

Preparing for the visit

  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area

Ask for a price

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Send photos for a quote

Related advice

Landlord and trade work in Fole

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

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

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