Lincolnshire · England
Bath Repair in Kelby
Fixed-price bath repair in Kelby and the surrounding area, typically in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips caused by builders
- Damage beneath the taps
Bath repair at your home in Kelby
Repairing baths is what we do most. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all repaired in place, typically in a single visit. We are often asked to fix a chip where the taps sit and a chipped rim or side, on pressed steel enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and cast iron enamel.
You’re covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Where
- Kelby (NG32)
- Area hub
- Lincolnshire
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
Common questions in Kelby
Do you cover the whole of Lincolnshire?
Everywhere in the UK, Kelby included. Travel is included in the price.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
In most cases. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
How invisible is a bath repair?
The goal is a repair that blends in. How well it disappears depends on the condition of the rest of the bath, and we will tell you what to expect.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. If pictures don’t show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
Do you charge for travel?
We don’t add a call-out fee. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
About Kelby
Kelby is about 5 miles south-west of Sleaford, in Lincolnshire. Jobs in Kelby are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Kelby is one of 732 places in Lincolnshire we cover. Our jobs stretch from Kelby to Birmingham (67 miles away).
Every address in NG32 is covered. Nearby, we also work in Wilsford (1 mile north), Barkston Heath (2 miles west), Ancaster (2 miles north-west), Welby (3 miles south-west) and West Willoughby (3 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Grantham (7 miles south-west), Sleaford (5 miles north-east), Bourne (15 miles south), Austerby (15 miles south-east), Waddington (15 miles north) and Spittlegate (7 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Kelby
Typical jobs here are in homes near Parish Church of St Andrew. Kelby’s nearest station is Ancaster station, roughly 2.2 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Sleaford Castle (4.5 miles north-east) and Rauceby Hospital (2.8 miles north-east).
What we do, step by step
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and tidy away. Plan for a few hours, depending on the damage. Before we go, we will explain how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, 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 tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the next day.
How to prepare
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Have a window or extractor fan available
Get a quote
Send us pictures of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Kelby, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
Advice
Aftercare tips
To keep it looking its best for years:
- Don’t scrub with anything abrasive
- Rinse it down after each bath
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
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 sets in.
Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.
Landlord and trade work in Kelby
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Kelby use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it typically costs far less than a refit.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Lincolnshire and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Should you replace it?
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 the bathroom stays as it is. If the whole surface is worn, re-enamelling may make more sense, and we will tell you. Our bath repair starts from £95. Our prices are the same across the UK, so there is no premium for Kelby. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Kelby
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Most jobs done in one visit
See our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Nearby places to Kelby
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What affects the price in Kelby
Repairs from £95. We price every job individually, from your pictures. What matters most is:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Doing more than one item at once
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Getting a price from pictures
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Where you are, by postcode
There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
When we’d advise against a repair
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- A whole bath that is dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Common problems we fix in Kelby
Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Legs that aren’t adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the bath move.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- A cracked acrylic bath
Comparing quotes
- What happens if they find more damage
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- What aftercare is recommended
- How long it needs to cure
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
