Scottish Borders · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Oxton, Scottish Borders
Local bath repair for Oxton: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- A chipped rim or side
Bath repair in Oxton without replacing anything
A typical bath repair is a few hours’ work, and you can typically bathe again the following day. There’s no need to book a plumber or tiler, because the bath doesn’t move. We work on cast iron enamel, acrylic and pressed steel enamel, and the jobs we see most are chips along the edge of the bath and a hole punched through by something heavy.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Location
- Oxton (TD2)
- Region
- Scottish Borders
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we work around Oxton
Oxton is about 11 miles north of Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders. Jobs in Oxton are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your photos, then a visit to do the work. Oxton is one of 89 places in the Scottish Borders we cover. Our nearest city page is Edinburgh, about 20 miles away.
Every address in TD2 is within our area. We regularly work on streets such as Station Road, Main Street and The Row and the roads around them. Close by, we cover Lauder (4 miles south-east), Fountainhall (5 miles south-west), Killochyett (6 miles south-west), Heriot (6 miles west) and Stow (6 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Galashiels (11 miles south), Selkirk (15 miles south), Innerleithen (15 miles south-west), Melrose (12 miles south), Earlston (10 miles south-east) and Langlee (11 miles south).
Local landmarks in Oxton
Other landmarks nearby include Thirlestane Castle (4.1 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Addinston Hill.
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Keeping it looking good
To keep it looking its best for years:
- Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft cloth. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. Left for months, a small chip can grow into a large rust patch, so it pays to deal with it early.
Repair or replace in Oxton?
Replacing a fitted bath normally involves a plumber, lifting out the old bath, making good the tiles and panel and getting rid of the old bath. Repairing it deals only with the damage in a single visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. Compared with replacing, 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.
Why Oxton customers choose us
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- We leave the room as we found it
- No need to remove anything
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
See our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Landlord and trade work in Oxton
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
What a repair can’t fix
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
Can I fix it myself?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
Oxton questions
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it is not worth repairing, we will tell you.
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we have finished.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners in Oxton.
Are you accredited?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Is there any odour?
A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Do I have to be there?
We need someone to let us in. You don’t need to watch us work.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.
Do you need bath repair in Oxton?
A cracked acrylic bath typically wasn’t supported properly. Legs that are not adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the base flex until it cracks.
Common reasons people in Oxton contact us are:
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Rust spots around the plughole
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
What to look for in a quote
- How changes to the job are handled
- Whether the price covers travel
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
How the visit works
When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job usually takes a morning or an afternoon. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- The repair is left to cure, and most baths can be used the day after.
How to prepare
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Get a quote
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
Related advice
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed price. These are the things that affect it:
- The material and finish
- The type of damage
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Access to the area
Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Oxton. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Quotes from your pictures
You can generally get a fixed quote without us visiting. To help us price it:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- What it’s made of, if you know
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. There’s no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
