Orkney Islands · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Longhope, Orkney Islands
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Longhope. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.
- Repairs from £95
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Rusty patches near the plughole
Bath repair in Longhope without replacing anything
Small damage on a bath is worth repairing early. Exposed metal on enamelled baths soon rusts, while cracks in acrylic grow each time the bath moves. Repairing it stops the damage getting worse. Our repair technicians work on roll-top & freestanding, whirlpool & spa baths and pressed steel enamel, and people most often call us about a kit repair that didn’t last and a chip where the taps sit.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are covered after the visit.
- Area
- Longhope (KW16)
- County
- Orkney Islands
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
How the visit works
Once we’re through the door, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes a few hours, depending on the damage, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, 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 day after.
How to prepare
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Advice
Our work in Longhope
Longhope is about 15 miles south-west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. Longhope is one of 51 towns and villages in the Orkney Islands where we work.
Our visits in KW16 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Neighbouring places we cover include Lyness (2 miles north), Scarfskerry (11 miles south), Rattar (11 miles south), Brough (12 miles south-west) and Canisbay (12 miles south). For island and remote addresses, call first so we can plan the visit.
What’s near Longhope
Around Longhope, we work in homes near South Walls. Other landmarks nearby include Longhope Lifeboat Museum (1.5 miles south-west). Not far away are Binga Fea and Loch of Greenhill.
Your questions about bath repair in Longhope
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
Typically, yes, if we can reach behind it. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and you’ll get one combined price.
Can you redo an old repair?
Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Tell us about it when you send pictures.
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We come back with a fixed quote, plus dates. There is no obligation to book.
Do you charge for travel?
There’s no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.
What happens if you find more damage?
Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. If there is more, we will tell you before starting.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Exposed steel rusts fast, particularly by the plughole, so repair chips early.
Keeping it looking good
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, as they can leave rust marks. And fix dripping taps promptly.
Stop using the bath if a crack lets water through until it’s repaired. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.
Also in Longhope
Should I try a DIY kit first?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
What we’re called out for in Longhope
Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the bath move.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- Damage beneath the taps
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- A chipped rim or side
Before you book anyone
- How your room will be protected
- What aftercare is recommended
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- Who will actually do the work
Repair or replace: which is better?
People frequently assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. In most cases it does not: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.
What you get with us
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Everything repaired in place
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Same prices wherever you are
See our prices page or bath cost comparison.
What bath repair costs
Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How many areas need work
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How many items we do on one visit
The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your photos, so you know the cost before booking.
How to get a fixed quote
When you take your photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- A picture taken from further back
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Any details about the material
- Natural light rather than flash
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and no obligation.
For landlords and businesses
Letting agents often send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
