County Durham · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Gilmonby, County Durham
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homes and businesses in Gilmonby and across County Durham. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips under the taps
- Chips caused by builders
Where we work around Gilmonby
Gilmonby is about 15 miles north-west of Catterick Garrison, in County Durham. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We cover all 329 towns and villages in County Durham. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 36 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: DL12. We also cover the places around Gilmonby: Bowes (1 mile north), Boldron (3 miles east), Startforth (4 miles north-east), Lendings (4 miles north-east) and Cotherstone (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Barnard Castle (4 miles north-east), St Helen Auckland (15 miles north-east), West Auckland (14 miles north-east), Evenwood (12 miles north-east) and Middleton-in-Teesdale (8 miles north).
Local landmarks in Gilmonby
In Gilmonby, that means homes near Church of St Giles and Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find Bowes Castle (within half a mile north). Open spaces near Gilmonby include Goldsborough.
Bath repair in Gilmonby without replacing anything
We see every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. Each is repaired in place. We are frequently asked to fix scuffs and scratches in the surface and chips caused by builders, across whirlpool & spa baths, acrylic and roll-top & freestanding.
You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Gilmonby as everywhere else we work.
- Where
- Gilmonby (DL12)
- County
- County Durham
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Gilmonby questions
What happens if you find more damage?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
How do I book?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.
Do you work in Gilmonby?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Gilmonby and the rest of County Durham. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you redo an old repair?
Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Tell us about it when you send photos.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
Normally, yes, if we can reach behind it. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, we frequently do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
You get a fixed price and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including older coloured suites.
Signs you need bath repair in Gilmonby
Damage during fitting is very common. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, and the damage isn’t always spotted until later. Snagging repairs like these are a regular job for us.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- Rusty patches near the plughole
Before you book anyone
- Whether they match the colour on site
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Whether the price covers travel
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that’s what we repair.
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They do not rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
What bath repair costs
Repairs from £95. We do not charge extra for travel to Gilmonby. The price depends on:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- How hard the colour is to match
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Doing more than one item at once
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Send pictures for a quote
Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
- Details of any past repairs
- Where you are, by postcode
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Also near Gilmonby
What else we do in Gilmonby
Repair or replace: which is better?
People frequently assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. Normally it does not: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Prices start from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why Gilmonby customers choose us
- Normally one visit, start to finish
- Everything repaired in place
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Take a look at our pricing or bath cost comparison.
The process
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. It typically takes a few hours, depending on the damage, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, normally the following day.
How to prepare
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Clear the area around the damage
Getting a price
To get a price, send a couple of pictures using our quote form or call us. We’ll say right away whether it can be repaired.
Related advice
Keeping it looking good
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Put a towel in the bath if you’re working above it
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
Leave the repair to cure for as long as we say before running a bath. After that, gentle cleaning keeps it looking good.
If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath until it’s repaired. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.
Landlord and trade work in Gilmonby
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
