Birmingham · England

Bath chip & crack repair in Longbridge, Birmingham

Bath repair across Longbridge and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
  • A chip where the taps sit
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair for Longbridge homes

How we handle bath repair in Longbridge

Most bath damage, from chips and cracks to rust spots and holes, is repaired in place. There is no plumbing to disconnect, the tiles aren’t touched, and the finish is matched to the rest of the bath. Whether it’s a cracked acrylic bath and deep scratches in acrylic, we can usually put it right, whatever the material.

All our work comes with our one-year guarantee.

Where
Longbridge (B31, B45)
Region
Birmingham
Warranty
One year on every repair
Price
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Rusty chip next to a bath plughole, before and after repair

What your bath is made of matters

Pressed steel

Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Exposed steel rusts fast, particularly by the plughole, so repair chips early.

Composite and resin

Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, in much the same way.

Work for landlords and builders

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.

Longbridge: your questions answered

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your photos and we will quote them together.

Is there a guarantee?

Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

How quickly can you book me in?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.

Do you hold any accreditations?

We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

How long does the repair take to cure?

Normally within a day, though it depends on what we’ve done.

Do I need to be at home?

We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.

Will there be a smell?

Expect a mild smell while we are working.

Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?

Usually, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a photo.

What we do, step by step

It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, and get on with the job, which usually takes a few hours. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.

  1. We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
  2. Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
  3. The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
  4. We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
  5. The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.

How to prepare

  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Make sure the room can be ventilated
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing

Ask for a price

Upload pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your B31 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

Where we work around Longbridge

Longbridge is about 5 miles south-east of Halesowen, in Birmingham. Customers in Longbridge get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed price from your photos, then a visit to do the work. Longbridge is one of 140 towns and villages in Birmingham where we work. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 6 miles away.

Jobs in B31 and B45 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From Dalmuir Road, Coombes Lane and Cooper Avenue or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Close by, we cover Cofton Common (1 mile south), West Heath (1 mile east), Cofton Hackett (1 mile south), Kendal End (2 miles south) and Hopwood (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Birmingham (6 miles north-east), Royal Sutton Coldfield (13 miles north-east), Erdington (11 miles north-east), Lee Bank (6 miles north-east), Cape Hill (6 miles north) and Streetly (13 miles north).

Landmarks near Longbridge

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Turves Green Boys' School, Albert Bradbeer Primary Academy and Northfield Library. Also close by are Cofton Park (1 mile south-west), Turves Green Boys' School (under half a mile north-east), Gas Street Longbridge (within half a mile east) and King George V Public House (0.5 miles north). Longbridge has its own railway station: Longbridge station. Nearby you will also find The Patrick Motor Museum (2.8 miles north-east) and Weoley (3 miles north). Open spaces near Longbridge include Edgbaston Pool and Bilberry Hill.

Map of Longbridge © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we cannot put right

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
  • Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
  • A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed

Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before you book.

What we work on

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

Prices and what affects them

Repairs from £95. We give every job a fixed price from photos. This is what makes a difference:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Access to the area
  • How much damage there is
  • What kind of damage it is

What it costs 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 quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.

How to get a fixed quote

Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To help us price it:

  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale

No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.

How to look after the repair

So the finish stays in good condition:

  • Store metal items away from the bath
  • Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
  • Don’t leave a fresh chip for long
  • Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth

Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft cloth. Keep scouring pads and gritty cleaners away from it.

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.

Signs you need bath repair in Longbridge

Rust tends to begin where water collects, by the plughole, beneath dripping taps or in an unrepaired chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.

Contact us if you’ve noticed:

  • Impact holes in acrylic
  • Snagging damage from a refit
  • A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
  • A cracked acrylic bath

Comparing quotes

  • How changes to the job are handled
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • Who turns up on the day
  • Aftercare advice

10 questions to ask before you book

DIY kit or professional repair?

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not 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, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

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