Swindon · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Gorse Hill, Swindon
Bath repair across Gorse Hill and nearby, generally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- A cracked acrylic bath
Bath repair in Gorse Hill without replacing anything
We have repaired just about every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. All of it is repaired where the bath stands. We work on whirlpool & spa baths, pressed steel enamel and roll-top & freestanding, and common reasons people contact us are a chipped rim or side and damage beneath the taps.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll come back.
- Area
- Gorse Hill (SN2, SN1, SN25)
- Region
- Swindon
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
For anyone letting property in or around Gorse Hill, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we’ll price them together.
Letting agents frequently 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.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- Access to the area
- What kind of damage it is
- The material
- Unusual colours or finishes
Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Send pictures for a quote
You can take the pictures on your phone, there is no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- The material, if you know it
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath, we can price the job.
Gorse Hill and nearby
Gorse Hill is about 1 mile north-east of Swindon, in Swindon. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Gorse Hill is one of 68 towns and villages in Swindon we cover. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 62 miles away.
Our repair technicians cover all of SN2, SN1 and SN25. Whether you live on Gipsy Lane, Wavell Road and Norman Road or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Close by, we cover Upper Stratton (1 mile north-east), Swindon (1 mile south-west), Stratton St Margaret (1 mile north-east), Nythe (2 miles south-east) and Okus (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Royal Wootton Bassett (6 miles south-west), Freshbrook (3 miles south-west), Shaw (3 miles west), Wroughton (3 miles south), Highworth (5 miles north-east) and Shrivenham (5 miles east).
Around Gorse Hill
In Gorse Hill, that means homes near Queens Park, St. Joseph's Catholic College and The Southbrook Inn, among other places. Other local landmarks include Swindon Central Library (1.2 miles south), St. Joseph's Catholic College (0.9 miles south-east), Gorse Hill Primary School (within half a mile south-east) and Church of St Barnabas (less than half a mile south). The closest station to Gorse Hill is Swindon station, about 0.7 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Former Model Lodging House For The Great Western Railway (1.1 miles south-west) and Princess Margaret Hospital (1.9 miles south-west).
- Other local spots include Rodbourne Cheney (0.6 miles south-west)
DIY repairs versus a professional job
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Repairs by material
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, so it’s always worth repairing.
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. There’s no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
What we are called out for in Gorse Hill
A cracked acrylic bath typically wasn’t supported properly. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the bath move.
The things clients normally mention when they call are:
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- Chips caused by builders
- Rusty patches near the plughole
What to look for in a quote
- How to look after the finish
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
Gorse Hill: your questions answered
What does bath repair cost?
Prices start from £95. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.
How invisible is a bath repair?
The goal is a repair that blends in. The rest of the bath’s condition makes a difference.
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes, very frequently. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
Will the repair last?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps.
Do you come to Gorse Hill?
Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Gorse Hill from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes, coloured baths are no problem. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course, and it typically saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and we will quote them together.
Keeping it looking good
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:
- Don’t scrub with anything abrasive
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Don’t leave a fresh chip for long
Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before running a bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.
A small chip is a quick job. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
How it works
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes a few hours. We leave the room clean and you’ll know when it can be used.
- 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.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Open a window if you can
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
How to get a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, add your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
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What a repair can’t fix
In fairness, there are a few things a repair will not fix:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
