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Bath Repair in Haverthwaite

Bath repair across Haverthwaite and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Holes from dropped items
  • Rust spots around the plughole
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book bath repair in Haverthwaite

Landlords, agents and businesses in Haverthwaite

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip.

Letting agents often send us pictures 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.

Bath repair in Haverthwaite, done in place

We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which is far cheaper than replacing a fitted bath. Most baths can be used again the following day. If you are dealing with damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and scuffs and scratches in the surface, we can help, on acrylic, roll-top & freestanding and whirlpool & spa baths alike.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we will come back.

Broken acrylic bath corner, rebuilt and refinished (before and after)
Where
Haverthwaite (LA12)
Area hub
Cumbria
Cover
One year on every repair
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

What bath repair costs

Prices start from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:

  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • Doing more than one item at once
  • What the surface is made of
  • Unusual colours or finishes

It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.

Getting a price from pictures

We price nearly every job from photos. This is what we need:

  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • A wider photo showing the entire bath
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • The material, if you know it

A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, add your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

The process

There is not much you need to do on the day. Let us in and show us the room, and we’ll get on with it. The job generally runs to a few hours, tidy-up included.

  1. We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
  2. Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
  3. We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
  4. We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
  5. Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.

Preparing for the visit

  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Make sure the area is dry
  • Point us to the nearest place to park

Ask for a price

To get a price, send a couple of photos through our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

Honest limits

We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:

  • Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
  • Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
  • Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath

Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.

Materials we work on in Haverthwaite

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

Common problems we fix in Haverthwaite

Baths take more knocks than people expect: everyday items get dropped into it all the time, and fittings press hard against the enamel. Sooner or later, most baths pick up a chip.

Keep an eye out for any of the following:

  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
  • Holes from dropped items
  • An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
  • Chips caused by builders

Comparing quotes

  • What happens if they find more damage
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included

10 questions to ask before you book

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Cast iron

Cast iron is heavy and rigid, finished with fired enamel. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, which makes it well 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.

Aftercare tips

To keep it looking its best:

  • Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
  • Check that an acrylic bath doesn’t move when you stand in it
  • A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early

There is nothing special to do after a repair, just sensible cleaning. Skip bleach and gritty creams and give it a rinse after each bath.

Do not leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.

FAQs for Haverthwaite

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

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

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

Of course. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.

What do you need from me?

Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day.

Can you price it without visiting?

In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos can’t show what we need.

Do you work in Haverthwaite?

We do. Technicians travel to Haverthwaite from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

Is my repair covered?

Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

When can I have a bath again?

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

Where we work around Haverthwaite

Haverthwaite is about 5 miles north-east of Ulverston, in Cumbria. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We work in 438 places across Cumbria. You can also see our page for Liverpool, about 58 miles away.

All of LA12 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Haverthwaite include Backbarrow (1 mile north-east), Seatle (2 miles east), Newby Bridge (2 miles north-east), Penny Bridge (2 miles west) and Lakeside (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Barrow-in-Furness (13 miles south-west), Kendal (12 miles north-east), Ulverston (5 miles south-west), Hindpool (13 miles south-west), Salthouse (13 miles south-west) and Dalton-in-Furness (9 miles south-west).

Around Haverthwaite

Our customers here include homes close to Church of St Anne. The closest station to Haverthwaite is Cark station, roughly 4.9 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Lakeland Motor Museum (1.1 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Bigland Barrow and Roudsea Tarn.

Map of Haverthwaite © OpenStreetMap contributors

Why repair rather than replace?

Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: the tiles sitting on the rim tend to break, a new panel is often needed, and a plumber has to disconnect and reconnect everything. A repair skips all of it. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.

Why us?

  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish

See our pricing or bath cost comparison.

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