Greater Manchester · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Longsight, Greater Manchester
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for householders, landlords and businesses in Longsight. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Holes from dropped items
What we do, step by step
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a few hours. If anything looks different from your photos, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, typically the following day.
Preparing for the visit
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
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About our bath repair in Longsight
Whatever has happened to the bath, we aim for the same result: a smooth, solid repair that blends in. Proper preparation, careful filling and shaping, then colour and gloss matching so it’s level with the surrounding surface. Whether it’s damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and a chipped rim or side, we can help.
Every job is backed for twelve months in Longsight and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Where
- Longsight (M12, M13, M14)
- County
- Greater Manchester
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Also near Longsight
What else we do in Longsight
What a repair can’t fix
A repair is not always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. Repairs will not solve:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we repair
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
Work for landlords and builders
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
Longsight and nearby
Longsight is about 2 miles south-east of Manchester, in Greater Manchester. Jobs in Longsight are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. We cover all 72 towns and villages in Greater Manchester.
Our visits in M12, M13 and M14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From Mitre Road, Birch Lane and Parry Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. If you’re just outside Longsight, we cover Victoria Park (1 mile west), West Gorton (1 mile north), Chorlton-on-Medlock (1 mile north-west), Rusholme (1 mile west) and Fallowfield (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Wythenshawe (5 miles south-west), Old Trafford (3 miles west), Broughton (4 miles north-west), Butler Green (6 miles north-east), Heaton Norris (3 miles south-east) and Higher Broughton (4 miles north-west).
What’s near Longsight
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Rampant Lion pub, University of Manchester Library and Stanley Grove Primary Academy. You’ll also find Church of St John (within half a mile north-west), St Peter's RC High School (within half a mile north-east), Platt Fields Park (1.1 miles south-west) and The Manchester Grammar School (0.7 miles south-west). Longsight’s nearest station is Levenshulme station, roughly 0.8 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Saint Mary's Hospital (1.1 miles west) and All Saints' (1.7 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Boating lake and Unicorn Grocery.
What your bath is made of matters
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
When to call us in Longsight
Damage during fitting is very common. Tools, tiles and fittings get dropped into the bath, frequently before anyone notices. Snagging repairs like these are a regular job for us.
The most common problems we are called about are:
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- A chipped rim or side
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
Before booking anyone
- What preparation is included
- What happens if they find more damage
- Who will actually do the work
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
What affects the price in Longsight
Prices start from £95. You will not pay by the hour. The price is based on:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How many areas need work
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Unusual colours or finishes
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You will see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Getting a price from pictures
When you take your photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Why repair rather than replace?
A new bath costs more than the bath itself: taking out the old one, plumbing, tiling, a panel and redecorating. A repair is one job, done in one visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. We do not add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Longsight
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Same prices wherever you are
- A fixed quote before you book
- No need to remove anything
Take a look at our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Questions from Longsight
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes. We remove the rust and loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
What areas do you cover?
The entire UK, including all of Greater Manchester. Just include your postcode and we’ll confirm dates.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Generally, yes, if we can reach behind it. We back the hole, fill it and refinish the surface.
Will the repair show?
On a glossy bath, you’ll struggle to find it. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send pictures with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Can you price it without visiting?
Usually, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
Keeping it looking good
Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath
In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine.
Don’t leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.
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