Derbyshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Foston, Derbyshire
Problem with your bath in Foston? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- Impact holes in acrylic
Bath repair at your home in Foston
Bath repair is our most common job. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all fixed without removing the bath, normally in one visit. If you are dealing with rusty patches near the plughole and a chipped rim or side, we can help, on roll-top & freestanding, cast iron enamel and acrylic alike.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we will come back.
- Location
- Foston (DE65)
- Region
- Derbyshire
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip.
What happens on the day
There is not much you need to do on the day. Let us in and show us the room, and we will take it from there. The job generally runs to two to three hours for most chips.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Ask for a price
We price from pictures so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.
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Can I fix it myself?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
What we are called out for in Foston
The usual cause is something heavy dropped into the bath, and building work is a common culprit. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: the bath isn’t properly supported, so it flexes under weight.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- A cracked acrylic bath
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Rust spots around the plughole
- A chipped rim or side
Comparing quotes
- Who will actually do the work
- What aftercare is recommended
- If travel is included in the price
- Whether they match the colour on site
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. 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.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Exposed steel rusts fast, particularly by the plughole, so early repairs matter.
Keeping it looking good
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
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.
Small chips are quick to repair. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
Our work in Foston
Foston is about 6 miles north-west of Burton upon Trent, in Derbyshire. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Our technicians cover 532 places in Derbyshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 30 miles away.
Every address in DE65 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We regularly work on streets such as Woodyard Lane and Uttoxeter Road. We also cover the places around Foston: Scropton (1 mile south), Aston Heath (2 miles west), Derbyshire Dales (2 miles west), Aston (2 miles west) and Fauld (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Swadlincote (10 miles south-east), Belper (14 miles north-east), Ashbourne (9 miles north), Woodville (11 miles south-east), Upper Midway (9 miles south-east) and Hilton (3 miles east).
Near you in Foston
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St Michael and All Angels' Church, Church Broughton CofE Primary School and Sudbury Park, among other places. Foston’s nearest station is Tutbury & Hatton station, roughly 1.8 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Etwall Hospital (4.3 miles east) and Tutbury Museum (2.2 miles south).
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. We price every job individually, from your pictures. The main factors are:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The material
- How hard the colour is to match
- How much damage there is
We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
How to get a fixed quote
When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:
- One picture of the entire bath
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Details of any past repairs
Email us pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your DE65 postcode, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
When we’d advise against a repair
We won’t take on work that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- Wear across the whole surface, which needs re-enamelling
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we work on in Foston
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
Common questions in Foston
Will it make a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we have finished.
What information do you need?
Photos of the damage, a picture of the whole bath and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
Can you redo an old repair?
Regularly. The old material comes out, any rust is treated, then we repair it properly.
Can pets and children be at home?
Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Of course, and it typically saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and we’ll quote them together.
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
Often, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a photo.
Which areas do you work in?
We work UK-wide. Our prices are the same everywhere.
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