Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Howes, Dumfries and Galloway
We travel to Howes 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
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- Chips on the rim or sides
Looking after it afterwards
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Have new chips seen to early
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Store metal items away from the bath
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust can start.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so it pays to deal with it early.
Bath repair in Howes, done in place
Most of our bath repairs take a few hours, and you can normally bathe again the day after. You won’t need a plumber or tiler, because the bath does not move. We work on pressed steel enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and cast iron enamel, and the jobs we see most are cracks in an acrylic bath and chips along the edge of the bath.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll come back.
- Where
- Howes (DG12)
- Region
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Repair or replace: which is better?
If the rest of the bath is in good condition, a repair is almost always the better choice. It costs less, takes less time and causes far less upheaval, and you keep the bath you chose. If the entire surface is worn, re-enamelling may make more sense, and we’ll tell you. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before you book.
Why Howes clients choose us
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Same prices wherever you are
- Colour mixed on the day to match
Take a look at our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Common questions in Howes
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
What happens if you find more damage?
If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.
Do you cover the entire of Dumfries and Galloway?
Across the UK. Prices don’t change with location.
Will it make a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
Can landlords book you?
Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Will I be able to see the repair?
On a glossy bath, you will struggle to find it. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.
Do the materials smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.
What we’re called out for in Howes
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: a shampoo bottle, a shower head, a tile or a tool during a refit. On steel and cast iron baths, any chip down to the metal will start to rust.
Customers generally contact us about:
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- A cracked acrylic bath
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Snagging damage from a refit
What to look for in a quote
- Aftercare advice
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How soon you can use it again
- If travel is included in the price
How it works
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you’re not left guessing. On site, it takes a few hours, depending on the damage. We leave the room clean and you’ll know when it can be used.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, usually the next day.
How to prepare
- Clear the area around the damage
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Let us know about parking or access
Ask for a price
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Related advice
What a repair can’t fix
We will not take on work that will not last, so these are the limits:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Wear across the whole surface, which needs re-enamelling
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
What we work on
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
Should I try a DIY kit first?
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. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
Where we work around Howes
Howes is about 14 miles east of Dumfries, in Dumfries and Galloway. From the centre of Howes to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Howes is one of 138 places in Dumfries and Galloway we cover. We work right across the region, from Howes to Newcastle upon Tyne (65 miles away).
Here we cover the DG12 postcode area. Close by, we cover Annan (1 mile east), Newbie (1 mile south-west), Brydekirk (2 miles north), Powfoot (3 miles west) and Dornock (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Dumfries (14 miles west), Lockerbie (10 miles north), Heathhall (14 miles north-west), Langholm (15 miles north-east), Gretna (8 miles east) and Lochmaben (12 miles north-west).
Near you in Howes
We visit homes around Queensberry Arms Hotel, Old Parish Church and Annan Academy. The closest station to Howes is Annan station, about 0.6 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Annan Museum (less than half a mile south-east) and Annan Hospital (0.9 miles east). Not far away are Campfield Marsh RSPB reserve.
Other services in Howes
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Exposed steel rusts fast, particularly by the plughole, so early repairs matter.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, with a fused enamel surface. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.
For landlords and businesses
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
