Bath and North East Somerset · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Longhouse, Bath and North East Somerset
Damaged bath in Longhouse? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Holes from dropped items
How we handle bath repair in Longhouse
A repair fixes just the damaged area and blends it into the rest of the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath. Most baths can be used again the following day. We work on acrylic, roll-top & freestanding and pressed steel enamel, and the jobs we see most are hairline or through cracks in acrylic and chips caused by builders.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we will come back.
- Where
- Longhouse (BA2)
- Area hub
- Bath and North East Somerset
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Covering Longhouse
Longhouse is about 4 miles south-west of Bath, in Bath and North East Somerset. Anywhere in BA2, we come to you. Longhouse is one of 136 towns and villages in Bath and North East Somerset where we work.
All of BA2 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover include Dunkerton (1 mile south), Nailwell (1 mile north), Withyditch (1 mile south-west), Priston (1 mile west) and Carlingcott (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Bath (4 miles north-east), Keynsham (6 miles north-west), Bathwick (4 miles north-east), Walcot (5 miles north-east), Westmoreland (3 miles north-east) and Kingsmead (4 miles north-east).
Near you in Longhouse
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of All Saints, King William IV pub and Saint Gregory's Catholic College. The nearest railway station is Oldfield Park station, roughly 3.3 miles north-east. A little further out are Midford Castle (3.3 miles east) and Museum of Bookbinding (3.9 miles north-east). Open spaces near Longhouse include Hunstrete Lake and Stephen's Vale Nature Reserve.
Aftercare tips
It’s all simple stuff, just a few sensible habits:
- Put a towel in the bath if you’re working above it
- Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Rinse it down after each bath
A repaired bath needs no special treatment, just sensible cleaning. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. Left for months, a small chip can grow into a large rust patch, so it pays to deal with it early.
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Landlord and trade work in Longhouse
For anyone letting property in or around Longhouse, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we will come back with a combined price.
Hospitality businesses cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
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.
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to empty the room. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and start once you are happy with the plan. Most jobs take a few hours, depending on the damage, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the day after.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Ensure the area is dry
Getting a price
For a price in Longhouse, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Related advice
What we cannot put right
A repair isn’t right for every job, including:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
Surfaces we repair
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. You’ll know the full cost before booking. We take into account:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- The material
- What kind of damage it is
- Access to the area
No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Getting a price from photos
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- Natural light rather than flash
- Details of any past repairs
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- The material, if you know it
Most clients in Longhouse get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
What your bath is made of matters
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
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.
Longhouse questions
Will the repair last?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and ours come with a one-year guarantee. Gentle cleaning helps.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
In most cases. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send pictures.
Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?
Generally, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a photo.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course, and it usually saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you’ll get one combined price.
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Usually, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Typically, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
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.
Common problems we fix in Longhouse
Rust generally starts where water sits, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.
Customers normally contact us about:
- Damage beneath the taps
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Rusty patches near the plughole
What to look for in a quote
- How the colour is matched
- What aftercare is recommended
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- How the room is protected while they work
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
