County Durham · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Kip Hill, County Durham
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths in Kip Hill, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Chips on the rim or sides
Bath repair in Kip Hill without replacing anything
Bath repair is our most common job. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all repaired in place, normally in one visit. We regularly repair roll-top & freestanding, whirlpool & spa baths and pressed steel enamel, and the jobs we see most are a cracked acrylic bath and rusty patches near the plughole.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll sort it.
- Where
- Kip Hill (DH9, DL16)
- Region
- County Durham
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Kip Hill: your questions answered
How soon can you come?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send pictures with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?
Generally, yes, if we can reach behind it. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.
Do you charge for travel?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You don’t need to watch us work.
Can you repair several things at once?
Of course, and it usually saves money. Send pictures of everything together and we will quote them together.
Can tenants book a repair?
Of course. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote with dates.
About Kip Hill
Kip Hill is about 1 mile north of Stanley, in County Durham. We visit clients in Kip Hill, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. Our repair technicians cover 329 places across County Durham. We work right across the region, from Kip Hill to Newcastle upon Tyne (8 miles away).
Every address in DH9 and DL16 is covered. Jobs here include addresses on View Lane, Wylam Road and Quarry Road and the roads around them. With the A6076 close by, Kip Hill is easy for our repair technicians to reach. Other places close to Kip Hill include Stanley (1 mile south), No Place (1 mile south-east), Beamish (2 miles east), High Forge (2 miles east) and West Pelton (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Durham (8 miles south-east), Consett (6 miles west), Spennymoor (13 miles south), Seaham (14 miles east), Chester-le-Street (5 miles east) and Crook (12 miles south).
Near you in Kip Hill
Our customers here include homes close to Church of St Andrew, North Durham Academy and Shield Row Primary School and the streets around them. You will also find Imperial Hotel (0.9 miles south-west) and Tanfield School (0.8 miles west). Kip Hill’s nearest station is Chester-Le-Street station, roughly 4.7 miles east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Dunston Hill Hospital (4.7 miles north).
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.
Signs you need bath repair in Kip Hill
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: a shampoo bottle, a shower head, a tile or a tool during a refit. On enamelled baths, any chip down to the metal will start to rust.
Look out for any of the following:
- Damage beneath the taps
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
Comparing quotes
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How changes to the job are handled
- If travel is included in the price
- How your room will be protected
What a repair can’t fix
A repair isn’t always the answer, and we’d rather say so up front. Repairs will not solve:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Wear across the whole surface, which needs re-enamelling
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
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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.
- First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know about parking or access
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Open a window if you can
Ask for a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.
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Keeping it looking good
Nothing complicated is needed:
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Check that an acrylic bath doesn’t move when you stand in it
For the first few days, keep heavy bottles off the repaired spot. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine without abrasive products.
Stop using the bath if a crack lets water through until it’s repaired. Water under the bath can damage the floor and the ceiling below.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Kip Hill
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
What affects the price in Kip Hill
Repairs from £95. We do not charge extra for travel to Kip Hill. The price comes down to:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How many areas need work
- The material and finish
We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Kip Hill. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Quotes from your photos
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Please include:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Natural light rather than flash
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, include your postcode and send them to us. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
