Leicestershire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Osbaston Hollow, Leicestershire
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homes and businesses in Osbaston Hollow and across Leicestershire. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage beneath the taps
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
Bath repair at your home in Osbaston Hollow
Bath repair is our most common job. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all fixed without removing the bath, normally in one visit. Whether it’s rusty patches near the plughole and cracks in an acrylic bath, we can help.
Every repair is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Leicestershire.
- Area
- Osbaston Hollow (CV13)
- Area hub
- Leicestershire
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
The process
We work cleanly and quietly. Protection goes down first, then the job itself takes a few hours, depending on the damage. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.
- First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Make sure the area is dry
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Getting a price
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.
Advice
Landlord and trade work in Osbaston Hollow
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
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Aftercare tips
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Rinse it down after each bath
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, because they can mark the enamel. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath until it’s repaired. Water under the bath can damage the floor and the ceiling below.
Repairs by material
Pressed steel
Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Exposed steel rusts fast, especially around the waste, so early repairs matter.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.
Osbaston Hollow: your questions answered
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Typically. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Will the price change on the day?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Do you repair coloured baths?
Yes, we match coloured baths too. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
You will get a fixed quote back. You’re under no obligation.
What areas do you cover?
Across the UK, so Osbaston Hollow is covered. Our prices are the same everywhere.
Is a bath repair durable?
Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It carries our one-year guarantee.
Do you come to Osbaston Hollow?
Yes, we do. Repair technicians travel to Osbaston Hollow from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
DIY kit or professional repair?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
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.
Osbaston Hollow and the surrounding area
Osbaston Hollow is about 5 miles south of Coalville, in Leicestershire. Customers in Osbaston Hollow get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. Osbaston Hollow is one of 287 places in Leicestershire we cover. We work right across the region, from Osbaston Hollow to Birmingham (about 25 miles away).
Our visits in CV13 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Other places close to Osbaston Hollow include Barlestone (1 mile east), Nailstone (1 mile north), Osbaston (1 mile south-east), Belcher's Bar (2 miles north) and Newbold Heath (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Loughborough (11 miles north-east), Hinckley (8 miles south), Wigston (13 miles east), Coalville (5 miles north), Ashby-de-la-Zouch (8 miles north-west) and Shepshed (9 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Osbaston Hollow
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to The Three Tuns pub, Barlestone Church of England Primary School and The Market Bosworth School and the streets around them. A little further out are Shackerstone railway station (2.4 miles west). For a walk, there is Ambion Hill.
Common problems we fix in Osbaston Hollow
Damage during fitting is very common. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, and the damage isn’t always spotted until later. Snagging repairs like these are a regular job for us.
You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- A chipped rim or side
- Snagging damage from a refit
- A chip where the taps sit
What to look for in a quote
- When it can be used again
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. Prices are worked out job by job, from your photos. What matters most is:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The type of damage
- Whether we combine several jobs
Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
How to get a fixed quote
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:
- The material, if you know it
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- A picture taken from further back
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, include your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
Repair or replace in Osbaston Hollow?
Replacing a fitted bath typically means a plumber, lifting out the old bath, making good the tiles and panel and getting rid of the old bath. A repair deals only with the damage in a single visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Osbaston Hollow
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Same prices wherever you are
Take a look at our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
