Midlothian · Scotland
Bath Repair for Roslin homes
Problem with your bath in Roslin? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
What your bath is made of matters
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, which makes it well worth repairing.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Bath repair in Roslin, done in place
Chips, cracks, rust spots and small holes is repaired in place. There’s no plumbing to disconnect, your tiles stay as they are, and the finish is matched to the rest of the bath. Whether it’s a kit repair that didn’t last and rusty patches near the plughole, we can help.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything is not right, ring us and we’ll come back.
- Area
- Roslin (EH25)
- County
- Midlothian
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
When to call us in Roslin
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, any chip down to the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
The most common problems we’re called about are:
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- Holes from dropped items
Questions to ask before you book
- How to care for the finish
- Whether the price covers travel
- What happens if they find more damage
- What protection goes down before work starts
Roslin and nearby
Roslin is about 3 miles north-east of Penicuik, in Midlothian. We visit homes and businesses in Roslin, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. We cover 33 places across Midlothian, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Roslin to Edinburgh (6 miles away).
Jobs in EH25 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Main Street, Station Road and Widnell Square or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Being close to the B7003, Roslin is easy for our technicians to reach. Nearby, we also work in Bilston (1 mile north-west), Rosewell (1 mile east), Auchendinny (1 mile south-west), Loanhead (1 mile north) and Polton (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Bonnyrigg (3 miles east), Dalkeith (5 miles north-east), Penicuik (3 miles south-west), Gorebridge (5 miles east), Newtongrange (4 miles east) and Mayfield (5 miles east).
Around Roslin
In Roslin, that means homes near Roslin and Lasswade High School Centre and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Eskbank station, about 3.7 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Princess Margaret Rose Orthopaedic Hospital (3 miles north) and Glencorse Museum (1.6 miles south-west). Not far away are Edgelaw Reservoir and The New Leaf Co-op.
Landlord and trade work in Roslin
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, pictures and access details and we will arrange it.
How it works
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which typically takes a morning or an afternoon. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, 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 tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
How to get a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath, we can give you a fixed quote without visiting.
Related advice
Should you replace it?
For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It costs far less than a new bath plus fitting, it takes one visit, and nothing else in the room changes. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Roslin
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- A fixed quote before booking
- Same prices wherever you are
- Everything repaired in place
Take a look at our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
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 usually the cheaper route.
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
Common questions in Roslin
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes, we match coloured baths too. The colour is tinted by hand on the day.
Will the repair show?
We aim for a repair you cannot easily find. The rest of the bath’s condition makes a difference.
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.
Are there extra charges for Roslin?
We don’t add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.
Will the repair last?
A properly prepared repair should last a long time, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps it last.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
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.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We look at the photos and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
In most cases. We reinforce the crack from behind, then fill and refinish the front, so access behind the panel is important.
Nearby places to Roslin
Also in Roslin
When a repair is not the answer
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we work on in Roslin
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
Keeping it looking good
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath
Leave the repair to cure for as long as we say before running a bath. After that, gentle cleaning keeps it looking good.
Small chips are quick to repair. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so early repair saves time and money.
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