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Bath chip & crack repair in Kirkliston, Edinburgh

Fixed-price bath repair in Kirkliston and the surrounding area, typically in one visit.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips caused by builders
  • An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath repair in Kirkliston?

Bath repair at your home in Kirkliston

We see every kind of bath damage: dropped-bottle chips, plughole rust, acrylic cracks and impact holes. All of it is repaired where the bath stands. If you’re dealing with cracks in an acrylic bath and a hole punched through by something heavy, we can help, on acrylic, pressed steel enamel and whirlpool & spa baths alike.

A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.

Acrylic bath corner rebuilt by Surface Doctor, before and after
Location
Kirkliston (EH29)
County
Edinburgh
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Work for landlords and builders

We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details.

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Kirkliston use us as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.

How to look after the repair

Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:

  • Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
  • Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
  • Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners

Leave the repair to cure for as long as we say before running a bath. After that, gentle cleaning keeps it looking good.

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.

Repairs by material

Composite and resin

Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, in much the same way.

Cast iron

Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is what we repair.

Kirkliston and nearby

Kirkliston is about 6 miles north-east of Livingston, in Edinburgh. Our technicians come to customers in Kirkliston and the surrounding area, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. Kirkliston is one of 175 towns and villages in Edinburgh we cover. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 8 miles away.

We cover every part of EH29 and the streets around it. Whether you live on Main Street, Station Road and High Street or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Nearby, we also work in Newbridge (1 mile south), Winchburgh (2 miles west), Newton (3 miles north-west), Auldcathie (3 miles west) and Woodend (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Edinburgh (8 miles east), Leith (9 miles east), Bonnington (9 miles east), Greenside (9 miles east), Broughton (8 miles east) and Bellevue (8 miles east).

What’s near Kirkliston

We visit homes around Queensferry High School and Kirkliston Parish Church, among other places. The closest station to Kirkliston is Dalmeny station, about 2.3 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are The Gyle Shopping Centre (3.7 miles east) and Illieston Castle (3.1 miles south-west). The countryside around Kirkliston includes Dundas Loch.

Map of Kirkliston © OpenStreetMap contributors

What happens on the day

You do not need to empty the room. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and get going once we’ve agreed what we are doing. It normally takes a few hours, depending on the damage, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.

  1. We protect the bath and the floor around it.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
  3. Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
  4. Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, usually the next day.

Before we arrive

  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Make sure the room can be ventilated
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before

How to get a price

For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

What we can’t put right

To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair will not fix:

  • Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
  • A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
  • Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.

Surfaces we repair

  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Cast iron enamel
  • Acrylic
  • Whirlpool & spa baths

Should I try a DIY kit first?

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

How we price bath repair

Prices start from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:

  • What the surface is made of
  • How many areas need work
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.

Send pictures for a quote

You can take the photos on your phone. Just make sure we can see:

  • Details of any past repairs
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Where you are, by postcode

If you are in Kirkliston and want a price, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

Should you replace it?

Swapping a damaged bath for a new one normally involves a plumber, removing the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and disposing of the old one. Repairing it deals only with the damage in one visit. Prices start from £95. Compared with replacing, repairing typically costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Why Kirkliston customers choose us

  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • Fixed prices from your pictures

Read our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

Kirkliston questions

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders.

What happens after I send photos?

You get a fixed price and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.

Can you repair a hole in a bath?

Frequently, if there is access underneath. We back the hole, fill it and refinish the surface.

Will you leave a mess?

Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.

What happens if you find more damage?

We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

How long does the repair take to cure?

Typically the day after. We confirm the time before we leave.

Which areas do you work in?

We work UK-wide, and that includes Kirkliston. Our prices are the same everywhere.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Usually, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

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