Wakefield · England

Bath chip & crack repair in Foulby, Wakefield

Problem with your bath in Foulby? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Cracks in an acrylic bath
  • Rust spots around the plughole
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath repair in Foulby?

Our work in Foulby

Foulby is about 3 miles south of Normanton, in Wakefield. Jobs in Foulby are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Foulby is one of 101 towns and villages in Wakefield where we work. You can also see our page for Leeds, about 12 miles away.

Our repair technicians cover all of the WF4 postcode area and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Foulby: Wragby (1 mile south-east), West Hardwick (1 mile east), Fitzwilliam (2 miles south-east), Brackenhill (2 miles south-east) and Hessle (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Wakefield (5 miles north-west), Castleford (5 miles north-east), Pontefract (5 miles north-east), Ossett (8 miles west), Normanton (3 miles north) and South Kirkby and Moorthorpe (6 miles south-east).

Landmarks near Foulby

Typical jobs here are in homes near Church of St Michael and Our Lady, Crofton Academy and White Horse pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Streethouse station, roughly 1.5 miles north of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Sandal Castle (3.7 miles west) and West Riding Pauper Lunatic Asylum (4.4 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Waterton Park.

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Bath repair at your home in Foulby

We repair enamelled steel, cast iron and acrylic baths. Each material is repaired a little differently: metal baths need any rust dealt with first, and acrylic cracks need support from behind. Whether it’s chips caused by builders and a kit repair that didn’t last, we can normally put it right.

You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll sort it.

Rusty chip next to a bath plughole, before and after repair
Where
Foulby (WF4)
Region
Wakefield
Cover
One year on every repair
Price
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Landlord and trade work in Foulby

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

Different materials, different repairs

Composite and resin

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

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.

Aftercare tips

To keep it looking its best for years:

  • Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
  • Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
  • Rinse it down after each bath
  • Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot

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

Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. 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.

When a repair is not the answer

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
  • A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
  • Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath

If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before booking.

Materials we repair

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

The process

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 two to three hours for most chips. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
  3. Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
  4. We match both the colour and the shine.
  5. We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Ensure the area is dry
  • Open a window if you can
  • Clear the area around the damage

How to get a price

To get a price, send a couple of photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll say straight away if a repair is the right fix.

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FAQs for Foulby

Do you work in Foulby?

Yes. We cover the whole UK and come to Foulby and the rest of Wakefield. Send photos and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

How long does the repair take to cure?

Most baths can be used the next day. We confirm the time before we leave.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.

Do you repair coloured baths?

Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including pastel and older colours.

Is there any odour?

There can be some smell while we work. It clears as the materials cure.

Can you repair a failed DIY repair?

Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Tell us about it when you send pictures.

Are you a vetted contractor?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

How do I get a price for bath repair in Foulby?

Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed quote based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up and a picture of the entire item with your WF4 postcode.

Prices and what affects them

Repairs from £95. We price every job individually. The main factors are:

  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • The material
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Access to the area

Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Quotes from your pictures

Two or three clear photos are typically enough. Try to include:

  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings

We price from photos so you don’t 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 we will come back with a fixed figure.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

What we’re called out for in Foulby

Baths take more knocks than people expect: everyday items get dropped into it all the time, and taps and wastes are tightened against the surface. Over time, chips and rust spots are almost inevitable.

The things clients typically mention when they call are:

  • Snagging damage from a refit
  • Impact holes in acrylic
  • A chip where the taps sit
  • An old repair that has yellowed or come loose

Questions to ask before booking

  • What happens if they find more damage
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • Whether a trained technician does the job

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