Leicestershire · England

Bath chip & crack repair in Potter Hill, Leicestershire

Bath repair across Potter Hill and nearby, typically in one visit.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A chip where the taps sit
  • Chips caused by builders
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair near Potter Hill

How we handle bath repair in Potter Hill

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. Typical jobs include chips caused by builders and deep scratches in acrylic, in roll-top & freestanding, acrylic and cast iron enamel.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll come back.

Bath enamel chip by the waste, filled and colour matched (before and after)
Location
Potter Hill (LE14)
Region
Leicestershire
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

What bath repair costs

Prices start from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:

  • How hard the colour is to match
  • The material and finish
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • How easy the damage is to reach

Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Getting a price from pictures

You can generally get a fixed price without us visiting. To make it quick:

  • One picture of the entire bath
  • Any details about the material
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Natural light rather than flash

Most customers in Potter Hill get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

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 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.

What a repair cannot fix

Not everything can be repaired, and we’ll tell you before we start. We cannot fix:

  • Metal that has corroded all the way through
  • Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
  • A whole bath that is dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix

If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.

Materials we work on in Potter Hill

  • Cast iron enamel
  • Acrylic
  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Whirlpool & spa baths
  • Pressed steel enamel

Signs you need bath repair in Potter Hill

Dropped items cause the majority of chips, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.

Common reasons people in Potter Hill contact us are:

  • Snagging damage from a refit
  • An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
  • A chip where the taps sit
  • Cracks in an acrylic bath

What to look for in a quote

  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • How soon you can use it again
  • How to look after the finish
  • If travel is included in the price

10 questions to ask before you book

Keeping it looking good

Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:

  • Do not leave a fresh chip for long
  • If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
  • Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
  • Store metal items away from the bath

There is nothing special to do after a repair, just sensible cleaning. Skip bleach and gritty creams and give it a rinse after each bath.

Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so it pays to deal with it early.

Repair or replace: which is better?

People frequently assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. In most cases it doesn’t: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.

Why book with us

  • We leave the room as we found it
  • Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year

Take a look at our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

Work for landlords and builders

Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.

Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

About Potter Hill

Potter Hill is about 2 miles north-west of Melton Mowbray, in Leicestershire. Book a date that suits you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. Our technicians cover 287 places across Leicestershire. Our jobs stretch from Potter Hill to Birmingham (about 47 miles away).

We cover every part of LE14 and the streets around it. Close by, we cover Welby (1 mile south), Ab Kettleby (1 mile north-west), Asfordby Hill (2 miles south), Saxelbye (2 miles west) and Asfordby (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Loughborough (13 miles west), Syston (9 miles south-west), Shelthorpe (12 miles west), Sileby (9 miles south-west), East Leake (12 miles west) and Mountsorrel (11 miles south-west).

Landmarks near Potter Hill

We visit homes around The Sugar Loaf pub, St Mary's Church of England Primary School and John Ferneley College and the streets around them. Also close by are Holwell Reserves (1 mile north-east) and Church of St James the Greater (0.8 miles north-west). Potter Hill’s nearest station is Melton Mowbray station, roughly 2.4 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include The Mount motte at Melton Mowbray (2.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near Potter Hill include Ankle Hill.

Map of Potter Hill © OpenStreetMap contributors

Your questions about bath repair in Potter Hill

Can pets and children be at home?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair isn’t disturbed while it cures.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.

Will the repair last?

Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and ours come with a one-year guarantee. Gentle cleaning helps.

Does someone need to be in?

Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.

What about rust by the waste?

Yes, it’s one of the most common repairs we do. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.

Will I be able to see the repair?

The goal is a repair that blends in. The rest of the bath’s condition makes a difference.

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

How quickly can you book me in?

That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.

The process

We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. Then the area is sheeted and masked and we start. It normally takes a few hours, depending on the damage.

  1. We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
  2. The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
  3. We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
  4. We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
  5. Once it has cured, normally by the day after, the bath is ready to use.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Open a window if you can
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit

Get a quote

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

Get a free quote

Advice

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