Orkney Islands · Scotland
Bath Repair for Pierowall homes
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homes and businesses in Pierowall and across the Orkney Islands. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Holes from dropped items
Bath repair at your home in Pierowall
Most of our bath repairs take a few hours, and the bath is back in use the next day. You will not need a plumber or tiler, because the bath doesn’t move. Whether it’s a kit repair that didn’t last and hairline or through cracks in acrylic, we can normally put it right.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Area
- Pierowall (KW17)
- Region
- Orkney Islands
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, then carry out the work, which normally takes two to three hours for most chips. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we’ll explain it before carrying on.
- We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- We leave it to cure; you can normally use the bath the following day.
Before we arrive
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Getting a price
If you’re in Pierowall and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Advice
DIY repairs versus a professional job
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
Nearby places to Pierowall
Also in Pierowall
Landlords, agents and businesses in Pierowall
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details.
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.
Common problems we fix in Pierowall
Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Legs that aren’t adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the bath move until it cracks.
The things clients generally mention when they call include:
- A chip where the taps sit
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- Chips on the rim or sides
What your quote should include
- Aftercare advice
- Whether the price covers travel
- Who turns up on the day
- How the colour is matched
Our work in Pierowall
Pierowall is about 24 miles north of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. We work in 51 places across the Orkney Islands, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of KW17 is covered. We regularly work on streets such as Gillpier Road, Howanbrek and Hirstquoy and the roads around them. Close by, we cover Rackwick (1 mile north), Brinian (13 miles south), Broughtown (14 miles east), Evie (15 miles south) and Lady (16 miles east). Being one of the Orkney Islands’s larger places, Pierowall sees plenty of our work. If you’re somewhere remote, ring us first and we’ll plan the trip.
What’s near Pierowall
Around Pierowall, we work in homes near Baptist Church and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Noltland Castle (1 mile west). Open spaces near Pierowall include North Hill RSPB reserve and Loch Saintear.
Aftercare tips
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before using the bath. After that, gentle cleaning keeps it looking good.
Until we visit, a strip of waterproof tape over the damage helps, to keep water out. Remove it before the repair.
Your questions about bath repair in Pierowall
What areas do you cover?
We work UK-wide, and that includes Pierowall. Prices do not change with location.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we will quote them together.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Can pets and children be at home?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
How invisible is a bath repair?
On a bath in good condition, a colour matched repair is very hard to spot. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.
Do you cover Pierowall?
We do. Technicians travel to Pierowall from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Will you leave a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Are you accredited?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
What a repair can’t fix
Not everything can be repaired, and we will tell you before we start. Repairs won’t solve:
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Materials and what they mean for the repair
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.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Why repair rather than replace?
If the rest of the bath is in good condition, a repair is almost always the better choice. It costs less, takes less time and causes far less upheaval, and the bathroom stays as it is. If the whole surface is worn, re-enamelling may make more sense, and we will tell you. Our bath repair starts from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why book with us
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Same prices wherever you are
See our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
