Caerphilly · Wales
Bath chip & crack repair in Machen, Caerphilly
Damaged bath in Machen? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- Damage beneath the taps
About our bath repair in Machen
We’ve repaired just about every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. All of it is repaired where the bath stands. We are frequently asked to fix chips under the taps and an old repair that has yellowed or come loose, across pressed steel enamel, cast iron enamel and acrylic.
Every job is backed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Area
- Machen (CF83)
- County
- Caerphilly
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What your bath is made of matters
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.
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.
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Machen and the surrounding area
Machen is about 4 miles east of Caerphilly, in Caerphilly. Clients in Machen get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. Machen is one of 94 places in Caerphilly where we work. Our jobs stretch from Machen to Birmingham (about 80 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: CF83. Local streets include Forge Road, Commercial Road and Wyndham Street, all of which we cover. We also travel to Graig-y-Rhacca (1 mile west), Waterloo (1 mile south-west), Craig-y-Rhacca (1 mile west), Draethen (1 mile south-east) and Garth Place (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Caerphilly (4 miles west), Blackwood (6 miles north-west), Ystrad Mynach (6 miles north-west), Cefn Fforest (6 miles north-west), Pontllanfraith (5 miles north-west) and Trecceln (5 miles north).
Local landmarks in Machen
In Machen, that means homes near Church of St. John, Machen Primary School and Fwrrmw Ishta pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Crosskeys station, roughly 1.9 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Rhyd-y-gwern (0.8 miles south) and Caerphilly District Miners Hospital (4.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near Machen include Pen-rhiw Tip.
Repairing versus replacing in Machen
Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: tiles along the rim generally crack when it comes out, the panel may not fit the new one, and a plumber has to disconnect and reconnect everything. A repair skips all of it. Prices start from £95. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Machen. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why us?
- Same prices wherever you are
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
See our prices page or bath cost comparison.
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How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. These are the things that affect it:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- What kind of damage it is
- The size and number of damaged areas
Compared with replacing, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
How to get a fixed quote
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Something in shot to show the size
- Natural light rather than flash
- Where you are, by postcode
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job.
What a repair can’t fix
We won’t take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
- Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
- A steel bath rusted through
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
What we are called out for in Machen
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: everyday items get dropped into it all the time, and fittings press hard against the enamel. Over time, chips and rust spots are almost inevitable.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- A chip where the taps sit
- Rusty patches near the plughole
Before booking anyone
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
Machen questions
Is a repair better than a new one?
Typically, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
What happens if you find more damage?
We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Does someone need to be in?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Will there be a smell?
There can be some smell while we work, which is why we ventilate. It fades as everything cures.
How do I get a price for bath repair in Machen?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up and a photo of the entire item with your CF83 postcode.
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
Normally, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a photo.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Do you cover the whole of Caerphilly?
We cover the entire UK, including Machen and the rest of Caerphilly. Just include your postcode and we will offer you dates.
The process
Here’s how a visit generally runs: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, do the job and clear up. Plan for two to three hours for most chips from start to finish. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
How to get a price
Upload a picture of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you are in Machen, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
Related advice
How to look after the repair
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Have new chips seen to early
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust can start.
Do not leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
