Bridgend · Wales
Bath chip & crack repair in Pontycymer, Bridgend
Fixed-price bath repair in Pontycymer and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Holes from dropped items
Materials and what they mean for the repair
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.
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. There is no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
Bath repair at your home in Pontycymer
We repair enamelled steel, cast iron and acrylic baths. The method changes with the material: metal baths need any rust dealt with first, and acrylic cracks need support from behind. We work on pressed steel enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and acrylic, and the jobs we see most are chips caused by builders and rust spots around the plughole.
We guarantee the work for a year. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Area
- Pontycymer (CF32)
- County
- Bridgend
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.
Our work in Pontycymer
Pontycymer is about 3 miles east of Maesteg, in Bridgend. Across the CF32 area, we carry out the work at your property. Pontycymer is one of 91 towns and villages in Bridgend where we work.
We cover every part of CF32 and the streets around it. From High Street, Meadow Street and Federation Lane or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Being close to the A4064, Pontycymer is simple for us to get to. Other places close to Pontycymer include Blaengarw (1 mile north), Wyndham (2 miles east), Ogmore Vale (2 miles south-east), Price Town (2 miles east) and Nant-y-moel (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Bridgend (7 miles south), Maesteg (3 miles west), Porthcawl (10 miles south-west), Newcastle Higher (7 miles south), Ynysawdre (4 miles south) and Pencoed (7 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Pontycymer
We visit homes around Congregational Chapel, The Squirrel pub and Ffaldau Primary School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Garth (Mid Glamorgan) station, roughly 2.8 miles west. Nearby you will also find Maesteg Community Hospital (3.7 miles west) and Moel Garn (0.5 miles east). For a walk, there’s Mynydd Moelgilau.
What a repair can’t fix
We would rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we repair
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
Common problems we fix in Pontycymer
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: bottles, shower heads and razors are dropped every day, and fittings press hard against the enamel. Over time, chips and rust spots are almost inevitable.
These are the problems we are asked about most:
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Holes from dropped items
What to look for in a quote
- How soon you can use it again
- Aftercare advice
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How the room is protected while they work
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Pontycymer. The price reflects:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.
Getting a price from pictures
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what we need:
- A photo taken from further back
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Natural light rather than flash
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed price.
Work for landlords and builders
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Letting agents often send us pictures straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
How the visit works
The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can stay at home while we are there. We protect the area first, then the work takes a few hours. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, normally the day after.
How to prepare
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Getting a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
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Pontycymer questions
Is there a guarantee?
Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
How do I get a price for bath repair in Pontycymer?
Prices start from £95. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.
Can you match an avocado or pink bath?
Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including pastel and older colours.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders in Pontycymer.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
You get a fixed price and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we’ll ask for another photo.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
When can you do it?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
Keeping it looking good
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
Care for the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
A small chip is a quick job. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so early repair saves time and money.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
