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Bath Repair for Gelligaer homes

Bath repair in and around Gelligaer: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips caused by builders
  • Deep scratches in acrylic
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair for Gelligaer homes

Questions from Gelligaer

Is a repair better than a new one?

Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Can tenants book a repair?

We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.

Do you repair coloured baths?

Yes, we match coloured baths too. We tint the finish to your bath on site.

Is there any odour?

There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.

What information do you need?

Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.

Do you come to Gelligaer?

We do. We send a technician to Gelligaer for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

Can you fix rust around the plughole?

Yes, it’s one of the most common repairs we do. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.

Can landlords book you?

We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Bath repair at your home in Gelligaer

We have repaired just about every kind of bath damage: dropped-bottle chips, plughole rust, acrylic cracks and impact holes. All of it is repaired where the bath stands with a one-year guarantee. Common call-outs are for snagging damage from a refit and a cracked acrylic bath, on cast iron enamel, pressed steel enamel and whirlpool & spa baths.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re not left on your own once we’ve gone.

Area
Gelligaer (CF82)
Area hub
Caerphilly
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Bath enamel chip by the waste, filled and colour matched (before and after)

When we would advise against a repair

We won’t take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:

  • Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
  • A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
  • Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath

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

Materials we work on in Gelligaer

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

Landlords, agents and businesses in Gelligaer

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.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access.

Our work in Gelligaer

Gelligaer is about 5 miles east of Mountain Ash, in Caerphilly. Whether you’re in the middle of Gelligaer or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in 94 places across Caerphilly, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Gelligaer to Birmingham (about 80 miles away).

Our technicians cover all of the CF82 postcode area and the streets around it. You will find streets such as Church Road, Heol Edward Lewis and Greenhill Place, and we cover them all. Gelligaer is on the B4254, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to Gelligaer include Penybryn (1 mile south-east), Pen-pedair-heol (1 mile north-east), Cefn Hengoed (1 mile south-east), Llancaiach (1 mile south-west) and Tir-y-berth (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Caerphilly (6 miles south), Risca (8 miles south-east), Pontllanfraith (3 miles east), Trecceln (5 miles east), Newbridge (5 miles east) and Beddau (6 miles south).

Near you in Gelligaer

Our clients here include homes close to Greenhill Primary School, Harp Inn and St Catwg's Church, among other places. Gelligaer’s nearest station is Pengam station, roughly 1.1 miles east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Twyn Castell (within half a mile east) and Llancaiach Fawr Living History Museum (1.2 miles west). Open spaces near Gelligaer include Parc Coetir Bargoed.

Map of Gelligaer © OpenStreetMap contributors

What your bath is made of matters

Acrylic

Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.

Pressed steel

Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.

Looking after it afterwards

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
  • Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
  • Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas

Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, as they can leave rust marks. And fix dripping taps promptly.

A small chip is a quick job. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so early repair saves time and money.

How the visit works

Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so you know exactly what we’re doing. After that, protection goes down around the work area and the work begins. It normally takes two to three hours for most chips, and we will keep you posted as we go.

  1. First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
  2. Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
  3. We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
  4. Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
  5. Once it has cured, usually by the next day, the bath is ready to use.

Preparing for the visit

  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Open a window if you can

Ask for a price

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.

Get a free quote

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Repair or replace: which is better?

Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. Generally it doesn’t: a proper repair gives it years more use, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Our bath repair starts from £95. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.

Why book with us

  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • Everything repaired in place
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • Same prices wherever you are

Read our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

What affects the price in Gelligaer

Repairs from £95. We price every job individually, from your photos. What matters most is:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • What kind of damage it is

The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.

Send photos for a quote

When you take your photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • A picture taken from further back
  • Any details about the material

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath, we can price the job.

What we’re called out for in Gelligaer

Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Legs that aren’t adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the base flex until the acrylic gives way.

If you can see any of these, send us a photo:

  • Impact holes in acrylic
  • An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
  • Rust by the waste and overflow
  • Chips on the rim or sides

What your quote should include

  • What aftercare is recommended
  • How your room will be protected
  • What prep work is covered
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long

Choosing a repair company

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