County Durham · England
Bath Repair in Pity Me
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for householders, landlords and businesses in Pity Me. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.
- Repairs from £95
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Snagging damage from a refit
Bath repair at your home in Pity Me
Whatever the damage, the aim is the same: a repair that’s smooth, sound and hard to spot. We prepare the area properly, fill and shape it, then match the colour and gloss so it sits flush with the rest of the bath. We regularly repair whirlpool & spa baths, cast iron enamel and acrylic, and common reasons people contact us are a chip where the taps sit and scuffs and scratches in the surface.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.
- Location
- Pity Me (DH1)
- Region
- County Durham
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
FAQs for Pity Me
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.
Are there extra charges for Pity Me?
There is no separate call-out charge. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.
How do I get a price for bath repair in Pity Me?
Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?
In most cases. Send us a picture of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.
Is a bath repair durable?
It should, as long as the bath is firm and the area was prepared well. It carries our one-year guarantee.
What happens after I send pictures?
You will get a fixed quote back. You’re under no obligation.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Repairing versus replacing in Pity Me
People often assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. Normally it does not: a proper repair gives it years more use, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Why book with us
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Colour mixed on the day to match
Read our full price list or bath cost comparison.
DIY kit or professional 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, and the work is guaranteed.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Common problems we fix in Pity Me
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: bottles, shower heads and razors are dropped every day, and taps and wastes are tightened against the surface. Sooner or later, most baths pick up a chip.
People generally call us after spotting one of these:
- Chips caused by builders
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- Damage beneath the taps
Comparing quotes
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Whether the price covers travel
- Who turns up on the day
- What preparation is included
What we cannot put right
Some jobs are not right for a repair, including:
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Aftercare tips
It’s all simple stuff, just a few sensible habits:
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
Care for the repair the same way as the bath: warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft cloth. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
Until we visit, a strip of waterproof tape over the damage helps, to keep water out. Remove it before the repair.
What happens on the day
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, and get on with the job, which generally takes a few hours. If anything looks different from your pictures, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the area is dry
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Getting a price
Send us a picture of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Pity Me, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
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Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The material
- How many items we do on one visit
Compared with replacing, repairing normally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Send pictures for a quote
Before you send pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- One picture of the entire bath
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Details of any past repairs
- What it’s made of, if you know
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
Covering Pity Me
Pity Me is about 1 mile north of Durham, in County Durham. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We cover 329 places across County Durham, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Newcastle upon Tyne, about 13 miles away.
All of DH1 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Pit Lane, Raby Road and Abbey Road, and we cover them all. Close by, we cover Kimblesworth (1 mile north), Tan Hills (2 miles north), Plawsworth (2 miles north), Chester Moor (3 miles north) and Leamside (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Consett (11 miles west), Newton Aycliffe (12 miles south), Bishop Auckland (11 miles south), Spennymoor (7 miles south), Seaham (10 miles east) and Chester-le-Street (4 miles north).
Local landmarks in Pity Me
We visit homes around Framwellgate Moor Primary School, St Aidan Framwellgate Moor and St Leonard's Catholic School. Other local landmarks include Framwellgate School Durham (under half a mile south) and Marquis Of Granby Public House (less than half a mile south). For rail, the closest station is Durham station, roughly 1.5 miles south. Well-known places in the area include University Hospital of North Durham (0.8 miles south) and Durham (1.2 miles south).
Materials and what they mean for the repair
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.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Towns and villages near Pity Me
What else we do in Pity Me
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
