North Yorkshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Hovingham, North Yorkshire
We travel to Hovingham 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
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- A kit repair that didn’t last
How we handle bath repair in Hovingham
We repair enamelled steel, cast iron and acrylic baths. The method changes with the material: metal baths need any rust dealt with first, and acrylic cracks need support from behind. Whether it’s chips caused by builders and a chipped rim or side, we can normally put it right, whatever the material.
Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Where
- Hovingham (YO62)
- Region
- North Yorkshire
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
If you manage property in Hovingham, we will quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Keeping it looking good
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
Leave the repair to cure for as long as we say before running a bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.
A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
Also near Hovingham
Also in Hovingham
What we do, step by step
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, then carry out the work, which normally takes two to three hours for most chips. If anything looks different from your photos, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the area is dry
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Getting a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job without visiting.
Advice
Where we work around Hovingham
Hovingham is about 15 miles north of York, in North Yorkshire. We visit clients in Hovingham and nearby villages, so there is no workshop to go to. Hovingham is one of 626 places in North Yorkshire where we work. We work right across the region, from Hovingham to Leeds (34 miles away).
Our visits in YO62 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Jobs here include addresses on High Street, Main Street and Park Street and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include Fryton (1 mile east), Slingsby (2 miles east), Scackleton (2 miles south-west), Nunnington (2 miles north) and East Ness (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Malton (8 miles east), Pickering (10 miles north-east), Thirsk (15 miles west), Easingwold (9 miles west), Norton-on-Derwent (9 miles east) and Sowerby (15 miles west).
Local landmarks in Hovingham
We visit homes around Worsley Arms Hotel and Church of All Saints and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Slingsby Castle (1.8 miles east).
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. There’s no charge for travel to Hovingham. The price comes down to:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- What the surface is made of
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- What kind of damage it is
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
Send pictures for a quote
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
Most clients in Hovingham get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
What we’re called out for in Hovingham
Rust tends to begin where water collects, by the plughole, beneath dripping taps or in an unrepaired chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- A cracked acrylic bath
- A chip where the taps sit
Questions to ask before you book
- Aftercare advice
- How long it needs to cure
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- If travel is included in the price
Common questions in Hovingham
Can you price it without visiting?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.
When can you do it?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Will the repair last?
A properly prepared repair should last a long time, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps it last.
Do I have to be there?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
Generally. Send us a photo of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.
Are there extra charges for Hovingham?
We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.
Can pets and children be at home?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Usually the day after. We confirm the time before we leave.
When we would advise against a repair
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
Why repair rather than replace?
Cast iron baths especially are worth keeping: getting one out, particularly from an upstairs bathroom, is a big job, and replacing like for like is not cheap. A repair keeps it in place. Our bath repair starts from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why us?
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Same prices wherever you are
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
Read our full price list or bath cost comparison.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
