Shetland Islands · Scotland
Bath Repair in Hillswick
We travel to Hillswick for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust spots around the plughole
- Damage beneath the taps
Bath repair at your home in Hillswick
We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which is far cheaper than replacing a fitted bath. You can usually use the bath the following day. We regularly repair roll-top & freestanding, pressed steel enamel and acrylic, and common reasons people contact us are a kit repair that didn’t last and cracks in an acrylic bath.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we will come back.
- Location
- Hillswick (ZE2)
- Area hub
- Shetland Islands
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Hillswick as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
What we can’t put right
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- A whole bath that is dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
When to call us in Hillswick
Dropped items cause the majority of chips, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Cracks in acrylic have a different cause: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.
Look out for any of the following:
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
- Damage beneath the taps
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Rust spots around the plughole
Questions to ask before you book
- How soon you can use it again
- What preparation is included
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Whether they match the colour on site
The process
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and start once you are happy with the plan. Most jobs take a few hours, depending on the damage, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- 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, typically the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Open a window if you can
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Get a quote
You do not need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Advice
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We take into account:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The material
- How easy the damage is to reach
- 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. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Getting a price from pictures
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what we need:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Where you are, by postcode
- The material, if you know it
- Natural light rather than flash
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
Hillswick questions
Is it messy?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
What happens after I send pictures?
You will get a fixed quote back, plus dates. There’s no obligation to book.
How much does bath repair cost in Hillswick?
Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed price from your pictures. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your ZE2 postcode.
What information do you need?
Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, access to the room.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Of course. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
What areas do you cover?
We work UK-wide, so Hillswick is covered. Prices do not change with location.
Different materials, different repairs
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Chips rust quickly on steel, especially around the waste, so repair chips early.
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the bath itself lasts for generations, so it’s always worth repairing.
Can I fix it myself?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
Repair or replace: which is better?
A new bath costs more than the bath itself: removal and disposal, plumbing, a new panel, tiling and decorating. With a repair, it’s one visit and one price. Prices start from £95. 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 photos, so you know the cost before you book.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Hillswick
- One price list for the whole UK
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
See our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Hillswick and nearby
Hillswick is in the Shetland Islands. Our repair technicians come to clients in Hillswick and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. Our technicians cover 63 places across the Shetland Islands, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across ZE2. Close by, we cover Urafirth (1 mile north-east), Braehoulland (3 miles north-west), Hogaland (4 miles east), Sullom (5 miles south-east) and Ollaberry (5 miles east). If you’re somewhere remote, call first so we can plan the visit.
Local landmarks in Hillswick
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Booth pub and Northmavine Parish Church and Churchyard. A little further out are Tangwick Haa Museum (3.4 miles west). Not far away are Ness-houlls Water.
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