Northumberland · England
Bath Repair for Newbrough homes
We travel to Newbrough for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- A chip where the taps sit
- Snagging damage from a refit
Should you replace it?
People frequently assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. In most cases it doesn’t: a proper repair gives it years more use, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Our bath repair starts from £95. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Newbrough
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- A fixed quote before you book
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Same prices wherever you are
Take a look at our pricing and bath cost comparison.
Bath repair in Newbrough, done in place
A typical bath repair is a few hours’ work, and the bath is back in use the following day. You will not need a plumber or tiler, because nothing is disconnected. We work on cast iron enamel, acrylic and whirlpool & spa baths, and people most frequently call us about a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting and rusty patches near the plughole.
We guarantee the work for a year. If something is not right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Area
- Newbrough (NE47)
- County
- Northumberland
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
For landlords and businesses
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Letting agents often send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
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.
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They do not rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
How the visit works
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and get going once we have agreed what we’re doing. Most jobs take two to three hours for most chips, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the day after.
Preparing for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
How to get a price
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can give you a fixed quote.
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Newbrough and the surrounding area
Newbrough is about 17 miles north-west of Consett, in Northumberland. Customers in Newbrough get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. Newbrough is one of 189 places in Northumberland where we work. You can also see our page for Newcastle upon Tyne, about 22 miles away.
All of NE47 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes on Sidgate, Stanegate and Sidgate Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Newbrough include Fourstones (1 mile east), Wall (3 miles east), Low Brunton (3 miles north-east), Chollerford (3 miles north-east) and Humshaugh (4 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Hexham (4 miles south-east), Prudhoe (14 miles east), Haltwhistle (11 miles west), Corbridge (7 miles east), Haydon Bridge (3 miles south-west) and Wylam (15 miles east).
Near you in Newbrough
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St Peter, Newbrough Church of England Primary School and Red Lion Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Haydon Bridge station, roughly 2.9 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Walwick Tower (2.6 miles north-east) and Chesters Roman Fort and Clayton Museum (2.7 miles north-east). Open spaces near Newbrough include Halleypike Lough.
FAQs for Newbrough
Is my repair covered?
Yes, for a year. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Can you match an avocado or pink bath?
Yes, coloured baths are no problem. The colour is tinted by hand on the day.
Will I be able to see the repair?
On a glossy bath, you’ll struggle to find it. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
Are you accredited?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
How soon can you come?
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 tenants book a repair?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
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How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:
- Doing more than one item at once
- The material and finish
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The colour and finish to match
We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Newbrough. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Getting a price from photos
Two or three clear pictures are normally enough. Try to include:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Where you are, by postcode
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Something in shot to show the size
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Signs you need bath repair in Newbrough
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On enamelled baths, a chip that reaches the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- A chip where the taps sit
Comparing quotes
- How your room will be protected
- How soon you can use it again
- What preparation is included
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
Keeping it looking good
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Check that an acrylic bath doesn’t move when you stand in it
Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before using the bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.
If an acrylic bath has a crack, stop showering in it until it’s repaired. Every use opens the crack a little more, and water can get through to the floor below.
Can I fix it myself?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
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. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
