Derbyshire · England
Bath Repair in Morley Smithy
Fixed-price bath repair in Morley Smithy and the surrounding area, typically in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Chips on the rim or sides
Where we work around Morley Smithy
Morley Smithy is about 4 miles south-west of Heanor, in Derbyshire. From the centre of Morley Smithy to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Morley Smithy is one of 532 towns and villages in Derbyshire where we work. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 40 miles away.
Our technicians cover all of the DE7 postcode area and the streets around it. Nearby, we also work in Morleymoor (1 mile west), Brackley Gate (1 mile north-west), Morley (1 mile north-east), Coxbench (2 miles north-west) and Oakwood (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Swadlincote (15 miles south-west), Ilkeston (4 miles east), Long Eaton (8 miles south-east), Belper (5 miles north-west), Heanor (4 miles north-east) and Ripley (5 miles north).
Landmarks near Morley Smithy
Around Morley Smithy, we work in homes near Morley Primary School, Da Vinci Academy and Church of St Matthew and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Duffield station, roughly 3.1 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Horston Castle (1.5 miles north-west) and Ilkeston Hospital (4.2 miles east).
About our bath repair in Morley Smithy
Most bath damage, from chips and cracks to rust spots and holes, can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. There is no plumbing to disconnect, the tiles aren’t touched, and the finish is matched to the rest of the bath. Our repair technicians work on cast iron enamel, pressed steel enamel and roll-top & freestanding, and the jobs we see most are scratches you can feel with a fingernail and snagging damage from a refit.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are covered after the visit.
- Where
- Morley Smithy (DE7)
- Area hub
- Derbyshire
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will get on with it. The job generally runs to a morning or an afternoon, including clearing up.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- The repair is left to cure, and most baths can be used the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Make sure the area is dry
- Let us know about parking or access
Get a quote
Send us photos of the damage and one of the whole item, with your DE7 postcode, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
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Honest limits
A repair is not right for every job, for example:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- Wear across the whole surface, which needs re-enamelling
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
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What else we do in Morley Smithy
Can I fix it myself?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
Questions from Morley Smithy
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes, very often. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
How soon can you come?
That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?
Most of the time. The back of the crack is strengthened before the front is filled and refinished, so access behind the panel is important.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Will there be a smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Can landlords book you?
Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Can you redo an old repair?
Yes, we do this often. The old material comes out, any rust is treated, then we repair it properly.
Will you leave a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Aftercare tips
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts:
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust can start.
Avoid standing in a cracked acrylic bath until it’s fixed. Each time it flexes, the crack grows, and water can get through to the floor below.
Repair or replace in Morley Smithy?
A new bath brings a chain of other jobs: the tiles sitting on the rim tend to break, the panel may not fit the new one, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Our bath repair starts from £95. Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why Morley Smithy clients choose us
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Typically one visit, start to finish
- No extra charge for your area
- One-year guarantee on every repair
See our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Do you need bath repair in Morley Smithy?
Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else, with dropped shower heads close behind. Fittings cause damage too: water sits around them, and any chip there soon rusts.
The things clients normally mention when they call are:
- A cracked acrylic bath
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Chips under the taps
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
Comparing quotes
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Aftercare advice
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:
- The material
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The size and number of damaged areas
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 doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Quotes from your photos
Phone photos are fine, there’s no need for anything special. Just make sure we can see:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Details of any past repairs
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
For a price in Morley Smithy, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
