Birmingham · England
Bath Repair for Hay Mills homes
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for householders, landlords and businesses in Hay Mills. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Rust by the waste and overflow
Bath repair at your home in Hay Mills
Most bath damage, from chips and cracks to rust spots and holes, can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. Nothing is unplumbed, the tiles aren’t touched, and the repaired area is colour-matched so it blends in. We regularly repair roll-top & freestanding, cast iron enamel and acrylic, and the jobs we see most are cracks in an acrylic bath and scuffs and scratches in the surface.
Big or small, you get the same one-year guarantee in Hay Mills and across Birmingham.
- Location
- Hay Mills (B10, B25, B11)
- Area hub
- Birmingham
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What we’re called out for in Hay Mills
Dropped items cause the majority of chips, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Cracks in acrylic have a different cause: the bath isn’t properly supported, so it flexes under weight.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- Chips under the taps
- A cracked acrylic bath
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- A kit repair that didn’t last
Questions to ask before you book
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Aftercare advice
- How the colour is matched
Repair or replace: which is better?
Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: removal and disposal, plumbing, a new panel, tiling and decorating. A repair is one job, done in one visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Hay Mills
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Nothing taken out or refitted
See our full price list or bath cost comparison.
When a repair is not the answer
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we repair
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
Repairs by material
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
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How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. There’s no charge for travel to Hay Mills. The price comes down to:
- Access to the area
- The colour and finish to match
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- What kind of damage it is
A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Quotes from your photos
Most quotes are done from photos alone. To make it quick:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Any details about the material
- Where you are, by postcode
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
Can I fix it myself?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
What we do, step by step
We agree an arrival time beforehand. Once we are there, the work takes a few hours. The room is left tidy and ready to use once it has cured.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
How to get a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Advice
Looking after it afterwards
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, clean it as you would the rest of the bath, avoiding abrasives.
Small chips are quick to repair. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
Where we work around Hay Mills
Hay Mills is about 2 miles east of Birmingham, in Birmingham. From the centre of Hay Mills to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Hay Mills is one of 140 towns and villages in Birmingham where we work.
All of B10, B25 and B11 is covered. Local streets include Ada Road, Hay Road and James Road. We also cover the places around Hay Mills: Small Heath (1 mile west), South Yardley (1 mile east), Yardley (1 mile east), Tyseley (1 mile south) and Greet (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Royal Sutton Coldfield (7 miles north), Erdington (4 miles north), Lee Bank (3 miles west), Cape Hill (5 miles west), Streetly (8 miles north) and Paradise (3 miles west).
Local landmarks in Hay Mills
Around Hay Mills, we work in homes near Sparkhill Library, Small Heath School and Adderley Park. Also close by are Redhill Junior and Infant School (less than half a mile south-east), Waverley Studio College (0.9 miles north), St Cyprian's Church (less than half a mile south-west) and Old Bill and Bull pub (0.6 miles east). The nearest railway station is Tyseley station, roughly 0.7 miles south. Further afield, we also cover the area around Heartlands Hospital (1.1 miles north) and Tyseley Locomotive Works (0.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Shard End Lake and Yorks Wood.
- Other local spots include Stechford and Yardley North (1.6 miles north-east)
Common questions in Hay Mills
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just make sure the landlord agrees.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
In most cases. The old repair comes out first.
Can you redo an old repair?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Mention it when you send photos.
Which areas do you work in?
All of Birmingham, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
How invisible is a bath repair?
On a glossy bath, you will struggle to find it. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.
Will the repair last?
Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It’s covered by our one-year guarantee.
Can you price it without visiting?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
