Aberdeen · Scotland

Bath Repair in Portlethen

Bath repair in and around Portlethen: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Snagging damage from a refit
  • A cracked acrylic bath
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair in Portlethen

How we handle bath repair in Portlethen

We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. Most baths can be used again the next day. We regularly repair pressed steel enamel, roll-top & freestanding and whirlpool & spa baths, and common reasons people get in touch are rust by the waste and overflow and scuffs and scratches in the surface.

All our work comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Aberdeen.

Rusty chip next to a bath plughole, before and after repair
Where
Portlethen (AB12)
County
Aberdeen
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Aftercare tips

Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:

  • Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
  • Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
  • Store metal items away from the bath
  • Have new chips seen to early

Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Deal with new chips early, before rust can start.

Until we visit, a strip of waterproof tape over the damage helps, to keep water out. Take it off before we arrive.

When to call us in Portlethen

Rust normally starts where water sits, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.

You may need us if you’ve spotted:

  • Snagging damage from a refit
  • Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
  • A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
  • Rust spots around the plughole

What to look for in a quote

  • What aftercare is recommended
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • What preparation is included
  • How your room will be protected

Our hiring checklist

What we do, step by step

It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which typically takes a few hours, depending on the damage. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.

  1. We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
  2. Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
  3. The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
  4. We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
  5. Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.

Preparing for the visit

  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area

Ask for a price

You do not need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

What affects the price in Portlethen

Prices start from £95. There’s no charge for travel to Portlethen. The price depends on:

  • How many items we do on one visit
  • The colour and finish to match
  • The type of damage
  • How easy the damage is to reach

Compared with replacing, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.

Getting a price from photos

The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • A photo taken from further back
  • Any details about the material
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, include your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

Where we work around Portlethen

Portlethen is about 6 miles south of Aberdeen, in Aberdeen. We travel to clients in Portlethen and the surrounding area, so nothing has to leave your home. Our technicians cover 63 places across Aberdeen.

Our visits in AB12 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Mosside Drive, Muirend Road and Dunvegan Place. Being close to the A92, Portlethen is easy for our technicians to reach. We also travel to Badentoy Park (1 mile north-west), Portlethen Village (1 mile south-east), Findon (1 mile east), Cammachmore (2 miles south-west) and Marywell (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Aberdeen (6 miles north), Rosemount (6 miles north), Berryden (7 miles north), Ferryhill (5 miles north), New Aberdeen (6 miles north) and Dyce (10 miles north). Portlethen is one of the larger places we cover in Aberdeen.

Landmarks near Portlethen

We visit homes around Portlethen Parish Church, Portlethen Academy and Portlethen Primary School, among other places. There’s a railway station in Portlethen itself: Portlethen station. Well-known places in the area include Blairs College (3.3 miles north-west) and Pitfoddels Castle (3.8 miles north). For a walk, there is Portlethen Moss and Loirston Loch.

Map of Portlethen © OpenStreetMap contributors

Portlethen questions

Is there a call-out fee?

We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed quote includes everything.

Will the price change on the day?

It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.

What happens once I’ve sent pictures?

We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.

Do you hold any accreditations?

We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?

In most cases. Send us a photo of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.

How soon can you come?

We’ll give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.

What information do you need?

A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.

Different materials, different repairs

Cast iron

A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that is the part we put right.

Pressed steel

Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Chips rust quickly on steel, particularly by the plughole, so repair chips early.

Repair or replace in Portlethen?

Swapping a damaged bath for a new one normally involves a plumber, removing the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and getting rid of the old bath. A repair deals only with the damage in one visit. Prices start from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You will see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.

Why book with us

  • Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • Same prices wherever you are

Read our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

For landlords and businesses

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

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