Sunderland · England
Bath Repair in Hetton-le-Hole
Our repair technicians come to Hetton-le-Hole for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- A chip where the taps sit
What we do, step by step
We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and we start. It normally takes a few hours, and we’ll tell you if anything changes.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Ask for a price
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 the same day in most cases.
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How we handle bath repair in Hetton-le-Hole
Whatever has happened to the bath, we aim for the same result: a repair that’s smooth, sound and hard to spot. Proper preparation, careful filling and shaping, then colour and gloss matching so it sits flush with the rest of the bath. If you are dealing with scratches you can feel with a fingernail and impact holes in acrylic, we can help, whatever the material.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something is not right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Where
- Hetton-le-Hole (DH5)
- County
- Sunderland
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
Different materials, different repairs
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, just like other baths.
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. There is no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Hetton-le-Hole
Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
For anyone letting property in or around Hetton-le-Hole, we will quote for several properties at once. Just send photos for each address and we will come back with a combined price.
Places near Hetton-le-Hole
Other services in Hetton-le-Hole
Common problems we fix in Hetton-le-Hole
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.
Look out for these signs:
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
What to look for in a quote
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How soon you can use it again
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- What happens if they find more damage
Repairing versus replacing in Hetton-le-Hole
When the bath is otherwise sound, repairing beats replacing. It costs less, takes less time and causes far less upheaval, and the bathroom stays as it is. If the entire surface is worn, re-enamelling may make more sense, and we’ll tell you. Our bath repair starts from £95. We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Hetton-le-Hole
- Same prices wherever you are
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Most jobs done in one visit
- One-year guarantee on every repair
Take a look at our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Covering Hetton-le-Hole
Hetton-le-Hole is about 4 miles west of Seaham, in Sunderland. Clients in Hetton-le-Hole get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Our repair technicians cover 75 places across Sunderland. You can also see our page for Newcastle upon Tyne, about 14 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: DH5. We regularly work on streets such as Station Road North, South Market Street and Station Road. With the A182 and B1284 close by, Hetton-le-Hole is easy for our technicians to reach. If you are just outside Hetton-le-Hole, we cover Lyons (1 mile south-east), East Rainton (1 mile west), Easington Lane (1 mile south-east), Elemore Vale (1 mile south) and Hetton le Hill (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Sunderland (6 miles north), Washington (6 miles north-west), Sunniside (7 miles north-east), Fulwell (8 miles north), Hendon (6 miles north-east) and Ford (6 miles north). Hetton-le-Hole is among the bigger towns we cover in Sunderland.
Around Hetton-le-Hole
We visit homes around Hetton School, Houghton-le-Spring Rectory park and The Wheatsheaf pub, among other places. You will also find St Michael's and All Angels (1 mile south-east), Hetton Lyons Primary School (under half a mile south) and Hetton School (less than half a mile south-west). Hetton-le-Hole’s nearest station is Seaham station, roughly 4.4 miles east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Cherry Knowle Hospital (4.2 miles north-east) and Dalton Park (3.2 miles east). Not far away are Warden Law.
Aftercare tips
How the surface is treated afterwards matters. Here’s what we suggest:
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
Look after the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
Until we visit, a strip of waterproof tape over the damage helps, so water can’t get in. Take it off before we arrive.
Hetton-le-Hole: your questions answered
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Typically. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.
Will I be able to see the repair?
On a glossy bath, you’ll struggle to find it. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
Can you price it without visiting?
In nearly every case. If photos do not show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Typically within a day, depending on the repair.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We look at:
- Access to the area
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Unusual colours or finishes
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.
Getting a price from photos
You can take the pictures on your phone, there is no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Details of any past repairs
- The material, if you know it
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, include your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.
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