Edinburgh · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in North Leith, Edinburgh
Bath repair for North Leith, without a refit. Send us photos for a fixed quote, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust spots around the plughole
- Deep scratches in acrylic
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including North Leith. What changes the price is:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- What the surface is made of
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The colour and finish to match
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Send photos for a quote
Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Details of any past repairs
- Any details about the material
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Where you are, by postcode
Send us photos of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, with your EH6 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Bath repair in North Leith, done in place
Whatever has happened to the bath, we aim for the same result: a repair that is smooth, sound and hard to spot. Proper preparation, careful filling and shaping, then colour and gloss matching so it sits flush with the rest of the bath. We’re frequently asked to fix a chip where the taps sit and a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting, across cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and roll-top & freestanding.
All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Edinburgh.
- Area
- North Leith (EH6, EH7, EH5)
- County
- Edinburgh
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What your bath is made of matters
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, finished with fired enamel. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the bath itself lasts for generations, so it’s always worth repairing.
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. They don’t rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
North Leith and nearby
North Leith is about 2 miles north-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Clients in North Leith get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. North Leith is one of 175 places in Edinburgh we cover.
Every address in EH6, EH7 and EH5 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Fyfe Lane, Haig Lane and Mill Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around North Leith: Bonnington (1 mile south), Timber Bush (1 mile east), Victoria Park (1 mile west), Leith (1 mile north-east) and Newhaven (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover West Coates (3 miles south-west), Sciennes (3 miles south), Merchiston (3 miles south), Newington (3 miles south), Queensferry (8 miles west) and Burgh Muir (3 miles south).
What’s near North Leith
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Annfield Bar, Taylor Gardens and McDonald Road Library and the streets around them. Nearby too are Leith Academy (0.8 miles south-east), Leith School of Art (less than half a mile east), London Street Primary School (1.1 miles south) and Leith Baptist Church (less than half a mile south-west). North Leith’s nearest station is Edinburgh Waverley station, roughly 1.7 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Ocean Terminal (less than half a mile north) and Leith Hospital (within half a mile south-east). Open spaces near North Leith include Dunsapie Loch and The New Leaf Co-op.
What we are called out for in North Leith
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: bottles, shower heads and razors are dropped every day, and taps and wastes are tightened against the surface. Over time, chips and rust spots are almost inevitable.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Chips under the taps
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
What your quote should include
- How your room will be protected
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- If travel is included in the price
- What happens if they find more damage
For landlords and businesses
Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in North Leith as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
How the visit works
You do not need to empty the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. It usually takes a few hours, depending on the damage, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
- Once it has cured, generally by the following day, the bath is ready to use.
Before we arrive
- Open a window if you can
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Getting a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, include your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed price, not an estimate.
Advice
Questions from North Leith
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Most of the time. We reinforce the crack from behind, then fill and refinish the front, so access behind the panel is important.
Do you repair coloured baths?
Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including pastel and older colours.
What do you need from me?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we will do the rest.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
Will you leave a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
Will the price change on the day?
We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.
Can you quote from pictures?
In nearly every case. If photos don’t show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
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Looking after it afterwards
To keep it looking its best:
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
A small chip is a quick job. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so early repair saves time and money.
Repair or replace: which is better?
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. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You will see the full price before you book, with no extras added later.
Why choose Surface Doctor in North Leith
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Most jobs done in one visit
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Take a look at our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
