Staffordshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Hints, Staffordshire
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homes and businesses in Hints and across Staffordshire. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.
- Repairs from £95
- Holes from dropped items
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
Bath repair at your home in Hints
A repair fixes just the damaged area and blends it into the rest of the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath. Most baths can be used again the day after. Common call-outs are for chips caused by builders and a chip where the taps sit, in acrylic, roll-top & freestanding and cast iron enamel.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything is not right, ring us and we will sort it.
- Where
- Hints (B78)
- County
- Staffordshire
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What we can’t put right
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
Materials we work on in Hints
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Should I try a DIY kit first?
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
Also in Hints
Why repair rather than replace?
Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. In most cases it doesn’t: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Prices start from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing normally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why us?
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- One-year guarantee on every repair
Read our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Hints
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
If you manage property in Hints, we will quote for several properties at once. Just send photos for each address and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Where we work around Hints
Hints is about 3 miles west of Tamworth, in Staffordshire. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. We cover all 512 towns and villages in Staffordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Hints to Birmingham (12 miles away).
Here we cover the B78 postcode area. From Hints Lane, Watling Street and School Lane or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Other places close to Hints include The Bodnetts (1 mile north-east), Mile Oak (1 mile east), Hopwas (1 mile north-east), Weeford (2 miles west) and Coton (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Burton upon Trent (13 miles north), Tamworth (3 miles east), Cannock (12 miles north-west), Lichfield (5 miles north-west), Rugeley (12 miles north-west) and Burntwood (8 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Hints
Our clients here include homes close to Church of St Bartholomew, among other places. The closest station to Hints is Tamworth station, about 3.1 miles east. A little further out are Sir Robert Peel Community Hospital (1.5 miles east) and Ankerside Shopping Centre (2.8 miles east). The countryside around Hints includes Middleton Lakes RSPB reserve and Minster Pool.
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 bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, just like other baths.
Looking after it afterwards
Aftercare is simple:
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
Care for 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.
If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath. Water under the bath can damage the floor and the ceiling below.
Signs you need bath repair in Hints
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: bottles, shower heads and razors are dropped every day, and taps and wastes are tightened against the surface. Sooner or later, most baths pick up a chip.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- Damage beneath the taps
Questions to ask before booking
- Who turns up on the day
- How to look after the finish
- Whether the price covers travel
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
Hints: your questions answered
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
Usually. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.
Will the repair last?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and ours come with a one-year guarantee. Gentle cleaning helps it last.
What information do you need?
Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Do you repair coloured baths?
Yes, we match coloured baths too. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes, it’s one of the most common repairs we do. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
Can you quote from photos?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
How it works
We work cleanly and quietly. We protect the area first, then the work takes a few hours. At the end we talk you through how soon it can be used and how to care for it.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, 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.
Getting ready for the visit
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Ask for a price
Send us photos of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Hints, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
