Highland · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Gergask, Highland
Bath repair across Gergask and nearby, normally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- A kit repair that didn’t last
Bath repair at your home in Gergask
Most bath damage, from chips and cracks to rust spots and holes, is repaired in place. There is no plumbing to disconnect, the tiles aren’t touched, and the repaired area is colour-matched so it blends in. Our technicians work on roll-top & freestanding, cast iron enamel and pressed steel enamel, and the jobs we see most are rusty patches near the plughole and a cracked acrylic bath.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Area
- Gergask (PH20)
- Area hub
- Highland
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Keeping it looking good
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
There’s nothing special to do after a repair, just sensible cleaning. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners and give it a rinse after each bath.
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.
Covering Gergask
Gergask is about 31 miles south of Inverness, in Highland. Wherever you are in the PH20 postcode area, we come to you. Gergask is one of 253 places in Highland where we work.
We cover every part of PH20 and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Gergask: Laggan (1 mile south-east), Etteridge (5 miles east), Dalwhinnie (6 miles south), Newtonmore (7 miles north-east) and Kingussie (10 miles north-east). If you are somewhere remote, call first so we can plan the visit.
Near you in Gergask
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Laggan Parish Church and the streets around them. Nearby you’ll also find Cluny Castle (2.1 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Loch Caoldair and Creag Bhuidhe.
What we’re called out for in Gergask
Rust tends to begin where water collects, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.
Send us a photo if you notice any of these:
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Chips under the taps
What to look for in a quote
- When it can be used again
- How the room is protected while they work
- What prep work is covered
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
When a repair is not the answer
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we repair
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
What we do, step by step
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a few hours, depending on the damage. If anything looks different from your pictures, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- The repair is left to cure, and most baths can be used the next day.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
How to get a price
We price from pictures 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’ll come back with a fixed figure.
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Your questions about bath repair in Gergask
What happens next?
We come back with a fixed price, plus dates. There is no obligation to book.
Are you accredited?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Regularly. The old material comes out, any rust is treated, then we repair it properly.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes, very often. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.
Will the price change on the day?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Do you repair coloured baths?
Yes, coloured baths are no problem. The colour is tinted by hand on the day.
Do I need to be at home?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
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 access behind the panel is important.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, which makes it well worth repairing.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a fitted bath typically means a plumber, removing the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and disposing of the old one. Repairing it fixes just the damaged area in one visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Gergask
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Everything repaired in place
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
Take a look at our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
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DIY repairs versus a professional job
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
For landlords and businesses
Letting agents often send us photos straight from the inventory. 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 and we will arrange it.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
