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Bath chip & crack repair in Higher Folds, Wigan
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths in Higher Folds, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
How it works
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. Once we’re there, the work takes two to three hours for most chips for most jobs. The room is left tidy and you will know when it can be used.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Clear the area around the damage
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Getting a price
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.
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About our bath repair in Higher Folds
Whatever the damage, the aim is the same: a smooth, solid repair that blends in. We prepare the area properly, fill and shape it, then match the colour and gloss so it sits flush with the rest of the bath. If you are dealing with chips caused by builders and a chip where the taps sit, we can help.
All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Higher Folds (WN7)
- Area hub
- Wigan
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we are called out for in Higher Folds
Dropped items cause the majority of chips, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Rust spots around the plughole
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
What your quote should include
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How your room will be protected
- How long it needs to cure
Why repair rather than replace?
A new bath brings a chain of other jobs: the tiles sitting on the rim tend to break, the panel may not fit the new one, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Our bath repair starts from £95. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why us?
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Colour-matched on site
- One visit for most repairs
- A fixed quote before you book
Read our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
What a repair can’t fix
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- A steel bath rusted through
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.
Surfaces we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. We give every job a fixed price from pictures. These are the things that affect it:
- What kind of damage it is
- Unusual colours or finishes
- What the surface is made of
- The size and number of damaged areas
It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Send pictures for a quote
You can take the photos on your phone. Just make sure we can see:
- Natural light rather than flash
- What it’s made of, if you know
- One picture of the entire bath
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
Send us pictures of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Higher Folds, and we will reply with a fixed price.
FAQs for Higher Folds
Do you come to Higher Folds?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Higher Folds and the rest of Wigan. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.
Do you charge for travel?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.
How soon can you come?
That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
How do I book?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners across Wigan.
Can you redo an old repair?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Tell us about it when you send photos.
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Repairs by material
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
How to care for the repair
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Check that an acrylic bath doesn’t move when you stand in it
There is nothing special to do after a repair, just sensible cleaning. Skip bleach and gritty creams.
Until we visit, a strip of waterproof tape over the damage helps, to keep water out. Take it off before we arrive.
Higher Folds and the surrounding area
Higher Folds is about 2 miles south of Atherton, in Wigan. We visit homes and businesses in Higher Folds and the surrounding area, so nothing has to leave your home. Our technicians cover all 63 towns and villages in Wigan. Our jobs stretch from Higher Folds to Manchester (about 11 miles away).
Our visits in WN7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether you live on Conway Close, Ludlow Drive and Coronation Drive or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Hindsford (1 mile north), Tyldesley (1 mile north-east), Atherton (2 miles north), Mosley Common (2 miles east) and New Manchester (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Wigan (7 miles west), Ashton-in-Makerfield (7 miles west), Hindley (4 miles north-west), Ince-in-Makerfield (6 miles north-west), Standish (9 miles north-west) and Scholes (6 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Higher Folds
We visit homes around St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School, Fred Longworth High School and Union Arms and the streets around them. The closest station to Higher Folds is Atherton station, about 1.7 miles north. A little further out are Avenue Day Hospital (1.2 miles west) and Leigh East (0.5 miles south-west). Not far away are Cadishead and Little Woolden Moss and Pennington Flash.
Can I fix it myself?
It’s natural to want to try a repair 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.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
