Northamptonshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Old, Northamptonshire
Local bath repair for Old: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- A chip where the taps sit
Repair or replace: which is better?
A repair makes sense whenever the damage is localised. It’s a fraction of the cost of a new bath and fitting, it’s done in one visit, and nothing else in the room changes. Prices start from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing typically costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
What you get with us
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- One visit for most repairs
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- One price list for the whole UK
See our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Bath repair in Old without replacing anything
We see every kind of bath damage: dropped-bottle chips, plughole rust, acrylic cracks and impact holes. Each is repaired in place with a one-year guarantee. Common call-outs are for chips along the edge of the bath and an old repair that has yellowed or come loose, across whirlpool & spa baths, roll-top & freestanding and acrylic.
All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Old (NN6)
- Area hub
- Northamptonshire
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
How to care for the repair
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
- Store metal items away from the bath
Don’t leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, as they can leave rust marks. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
Don’t 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.
Old and nearby
Old is about 6 miles south-west of Kettering, in Northamptonshire. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. Old is one of 364 places in Northamptonshire where we work. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 45 miles away.
All of NN6 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From Faxton End, Harrington Road and Charles Close or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Other places close to Old include Scaldwell (1 mile south-west), Walgrave (1 mile south-east), Lamport (2 miles north-west), Mawsley Village (2 miles north-east) and Hanging Houghton (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Northampton (7 miles south), Corby (11 miles north-east), Kettering (6 miles north-east), Wellingborough (7 miles south-east), Daventry (15 miles south-west) and Rushden (11 miles east).
What’s near Old
In Old, that means homes near Church of St Andrew and The White Horse pub. Other landmarks nearby include Kettering General Hospital (5.6 miles north-east) and Carpetbagger Aviation Museum (3.7 miles north). Not far away are Pitsford Water.
Landlord and trade work in Old
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details.
Honest limits
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair won’t do:
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.
Surfaces we repair
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
What we’re called out for in Old
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.
People normally call us when they notice one of these:
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
Before booking anyone
- How changes to the job are handled
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- How to care for the finish
- What protection goes down before work starts
Common questions in Old
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Most of the time. Tell us what was done before and we will plan for it.
Is the work guaranteed?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
Is it messy?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes, it’s one of the most common repairs we do. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.
Is a bath repair durable?
A properly prepared repair should last a long time, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps it last.
What happens next?
We come back with a fixed quote, plus dates. There is no obligation to book.
What areas do you cover?
The whole UK, including all of Northamptonshire. Just include your postcode and we’ll offer you dates.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
The process
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can carry on at home. We protect the area first, then the work takes a few hours, depending on the damage. At the end we talk you through how soon it can be used and how to look after it.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
- We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
- Once it has cured, generally by the day after, the bath is ready to use.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Have a window or extractor fan available
Getting a price
For a price in Old, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Advice
What else we do in Old
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
