County Durham · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Old Durham, County Durham
We travel to Old Durham for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Chips under the taps
Bath repair in Old Durham, done in place
Whatever the damage, the aim is the same: a smooth, solid repair that blends in. Proper preparation, careful filling and shaping, then colour and gloss matching so it sits flush with the rest of the bath. If you are dealing with chips under the taps and a chipped rim or side, we can normally put it right, on whirlpool & spa baths, cast iron enamel and pressed steel enamel alike.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee in Old Durham and across County Durham.
- Location
- Old Durham (DH1)
- Area hub
- County Durham
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and start once you are happy with the plan. It generally takes two to three hours for most chips, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- 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, typically the next day.
Before we arrive
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or call us. We will say right away if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
For landlords and businesses
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Common questions in Old Durham
How long does the repair take to cure?
Most baths can be used the day after. We confirm the time before we leave.
What happens next?
You’ll get a fixed quote back, plus dates. There’s no obligation to book.
Do you cover Old Durham?
We do. We send a technician to Old Durham for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
In most cases. Send us a photo of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Generally, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
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.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
How to look after the repair
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:
- Don’t scrub with anything abrasive
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Have new chips seen to early
- Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, because they can mark the enamel. And fix dripping taps promptly.
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.
What bath repair costs
Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- The type of damage
- What the surface is made of
- How easy the damage is to reach
- How many items we do on one visit
Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Quotes from your photos
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Where you are, by postcode
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed price the same day in most cases.
Places near Old Durham
Other services in Old Durham
Signs you need bath repair in Old Durham
Dropped items cause the majority of chips, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Damage beneath the taps
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
Comparing quotes
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- How your room will be protected
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- How the colour is matched
Should you replace it?
Replacing a fitted bath generally means a plumber, lifting out the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and getting rid of the old bath. Repairing it deals only with the damage in one visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
What you get with us
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Everything repaired in place
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Rooms protected and left tidy
Take a look at our pricing or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Old Durham and the surrounding area
Old Durham is about 1 mile south-east of Durham, in County Durham. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Old Durham is one of 329 towns and villages in County Durham where we work. You can also see our page for Newcastle upon Tyne, about 15 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: DH1. Nearby, we also work in Gilesgate (1 mile north), Shincliffe (1 mile south), Elvet (1 mile west), Sherburn House (1 mile east) and Belmont (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Consett (13 miles north-west), Newton Aycliffe (10 miles south), Bishop Auckland (10 miles south-west), Spennymoor (5 miles south-west), Seaham (9 miles north-east) and Chester-le-Street (6 miles north).
Landmarks near Old Durham
Our customers here include homes close to Old Durham Gardens, Durham Sixth Form Centre and Laurel Avenue Community Primary School. You will also find St Giles Church (0.6 miles north-west), The Dun Cow Public House (0.8 miles west), Durham University Library and Collections (1 mile west) and Chorister School (1.1 miles west). For rail, the closest station is Durham station, about 1.4 miles north-west. A little further out are The Gates Shopping Centre (1.2 miles west) and Durham Castle (1 mile west).
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Durham (1.6 miles north-west)
What your bath is made of matters
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.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
