Sunderland · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Ford, Sunderland
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths at your home in Ford, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Repairs from £95
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- Chips caused by builders
Bath repair in Ford without replacing anything
Repairing baths is what we do most. Chips on the rim, rust around the waste and cracks in acrylic are all fixed without removing the bath, usually in a single visit. Whether it’s impact holes in acrylic and hairline or through cracks in acrylic, we can help.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Ford and across Sunderland.
- Location
- Ford (SR4)
- Area hub
- Sunderland
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, with a fused enamel surface. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.
What a repair cannot fix
A repair isn’t right for every job, including:
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
Repair or replace in Ford?
Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: removal and disposal, plumbing, a new panel, tiling and decorating. A repair is one job, done in one visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Ford
- A fixed quote before booking
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Typically one visit, start to finish
- Same prices wherever you are
Read our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Ford questions
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 we need access under the bath.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses in Ford.
Is there a call-out fee?
We don’t add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?
Typically. Send us a picture of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.
Is it messy?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.
Will the repair show?
On a glossy bath, you will struggle to find it. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. We give every job a fixed quote from pictures. This is what makes a difference:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How many areas need work
- The material
- How many items we do on one visit
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.
Send photos for a quote
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- One picture of the entire bath
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- The material, if you know it
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
You do not need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
How the visit works
When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take a few hours. We clean up when we’re done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Ensure the area is dry
- Have a window or extractor fan available
How to get a price
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed quote.
Advice
For landlords and businesses
If you manage property in Ford, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send photos for each one and we will price them together.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
What else we do in Ford
Do you need bath repair in Ford?
A cracked acrylic bath generally wasn’t supported properly. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the bath move until it cracks.
People usually call us after spotting one of these:
- Chips under the taps
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Impact holes in acrylic
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether they match the colour on site
- How the room is protected while they work
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- Whether the price covers travel
Ford and the surrounding area
Ford is about 1 mile west of Sunderland, in Sunderland. We travel to customers in Ford, so there is no workshop to go to. Ford is one of 75 towns and villages in Sunderland we cover. We work right across the region, from Ford to Newcastle upon Tyne (10 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: SR4. Local streets include Fawn Road, Friar Road and Front Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Ford include South Hylton (1 mile west), Castletown (1 mile north-west), North Hylton (1 mile north-west), Hylton Red House (2 miles north) and Hylton Castle (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Washington (4 miles west), Houghton-le-Spring (5 miles south-west), Hetton-le-Hole (6 miles south), New Silksworth (3 miles south), Biddick Hall (4 miles north) and Brockley Whins (4 miles north). Being one of Sunderland’s larger places, Ford is somewhere we visit frequently.
Near you in Ford
Our customers here include homes close to Barnes Park, Highfield Academy and Church of The Good Shepherd, among other places. Other local landmarks include Sandhill View Academy (1.1 miles south), Grindon Hall Christian School (0.7 miles south-west) and The Willow Pond pub (0.7 miles east). The nearest railway station is Sunderland station, roughly 1.6 miles east. A little further out are Sunderland Royal Hospital (0.6 miles east) and East and Middle Herrington (2.6 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Warden Law and WWT Washington.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
