Wigan · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Scholes, Wigan
Bath repair across Scholes and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
Bath repair in Scholes, done in place
Whatever has happened to the bath, we aim for the same result: a smooth, solid repair that blends in. We prepare the area properly, fill and shape it, then match the colour and gloss so it’s level with the surrounding surface. Whether it’s chips caused by builders and rust spots around the plughole, we can usually put it right.
We guarantee the work for a year. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Area
- Scholes (WN1, WN2, WN3)
- Region
- Wigan
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
Care for the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Keep scouring pads and gritty cleaners away from it.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, to keep water out. Remove it before the repair.
Signs you need bath repair in Scholes
Heavy toiletries are the biggest single cause of chips, with dropped shower heads close behind. Taps and wastes cause problems too: water sits around them, and any chip there soon rusts.
The things customers generally mention when they call include:
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Rust spots around the plughole
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- A chip where the taps sit
Questions to ask before booking
- Who turns up on the day
- What prep work is covered
- How soon you can use it again
- How the colour is matched
Your questions about bath repair in Scholes
Is a bath repair permanent?
It should, as long as the bath is firm and the area was prepared well. It’s covered by our one-year guarantee.
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work carries our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Is repairing better than replacing?
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.
What areas do you cover?
We cover the whole UK, including Scholes and the rest of Wigan. Just include your postcode and we’ll confirm dates.
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes, very often. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
Are there extra charges for Scholes?
There is no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Covering Scholes
Scholes is about 1 mile east of Wigan, in Wigan. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Scholes is one of 63 places in Wigan where we work. Our jobs stretch from Scholes to Liverpool (16 miles away).
Every address in WN1, WN2 and WN3 is covered. From Karen Road, Platt Lane and School Lane or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. You will find Scholes on the A573, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to Scholes include Whelley (1 mile north-east), Higher Ince (1 mile east), Ince-in-Makerfield (1 mile south-east), Worsley Mesnes (1 mile south-west) and Marylebone (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Leigh (5 miles south-east), Ashton-in-Makerfield (4 miles south), Atherton (5 miles east), Standish (3 miles north-west), Orrell (4 miles west) and Tyldesley (7 miles east). As one of the bigger places in Wigan, Scholes sees plenty of our work.
What’s near Scholes
In Scholes, that means homes near Mesnes Park, Rose Bridge High School and St Catharine's CofE Primary School, among other places. Nearby too are Wigan and Leigh College (0.7 miles west), St Catharine's Church (under half a mile south), All Saints' Church (0.6 miles west) and The Crispin pub (less than half a mile south-east). The nearest railway station is Ince station, about 0.6 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Marketgate Shopping Centre (0.6 miles west) and Royal Albert Edward Infirmary (0.8 miles north-west). The countryside around Scholes includes Billinge Hill.
More services for Scholes
For landlords and businesses
If you manage property in Scholes, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we’ll price them together.
Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
What happens on the day
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you are not left guessing. Once we’re there, the work takes two to three hours for most chips in most cases. We leave the room clean and you’ll know when it can be used.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Before we arrive
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
Ask for a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. There’s no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
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Repairing versus replacing in Scholes
Replacing a fitted bath normally involves a plumber, lifting out the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and getting rid of the old bath. Repairing it fixes just the damaged area in one visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. 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.
Why book with us
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Colour-matched on site
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
Read our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
When we would advise against a repair
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits too:
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we work on in Scholes
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
DIY repairs versus a professional job
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
What affects the price in Scholes
Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The material and finish
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Whether we combine several jobs
Compared with replacing, repairing usually costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Quotes from your pictures
Most quotes are done from photos alone. To make it quick:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Natural light rather than flash
- Any details about the material
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
Most customers in Scholes get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
