County Durham · England
Bath Repair in Shadforth
Fixed-price bath repair in Shadforth and the surrounding area, typically in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Holes from dropped items
- Deep scratches in acrylic
Should you replace it?
Swapping a damaged bath for a new one generally means a plumber, lifting out the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and disposing of the old one. Repairing it fixes just the damaged area in a single visit. Prices start from £95. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why Shadforth customers choose us
- Usually one visit, start to finish
- We leave the room as we found it
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- No need to remove anything
Take a look at our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
How we handle bath repair in Shadforth
Most bath damage, from chips and cracks to rust spots and holes, can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. There’s no plumbing to disconnect, the tiles aren’t touched, and the finish is matched to the rest of the bath. We’re frequently asked to fix holes from dropped items and a chipped rim or side, in cast iron enamel, acrylic and pressed steel enamel.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Where
- Shadforth (DH6)
- Area hub
- County Durham
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we cannot put right
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- A steel bath rusted through
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we work on in Shadforth
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
What we are called out for in Shadforth
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: a shampoo bottle, a shower head, a tile or a tool during a refit. On steel and cast iron baths, a chip that reaches the metal will start to rust.
Clients generally contact us about:
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Damage beneath the taps
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
Before booking anyone
- What happens if they find more damage
- How long it needs to cure
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
Shadforth questions
Can you match an avocado or pink bath?
Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including pastel and older colours.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
Will I be able to see the repair?
The goal is a repair that blends in. How well it disappears depends on the condition of the rest of the bath.
Can you price it without visiting?
In nearly every case. If pictures don’t show enough, we will ask for another angle.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Normally the following day. We confirm the time before we leave.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Usually, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Is there a call-out fee?
There is no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders across County Durham.
Where we work around Shadforth
Shadforth is about 4 miles east of Durham, in County Durham. Wherever you are in the DH6 postcode area, we come to you. Shadforth is one of 329 places in County Durham we cover. We work right across the region, from Shadforth to Newcastle upon Tyne (17 miles away).
We work across DH6. You will find streets such as Woodside, Crime Rigg Bank and Church Lane, and we cover them all. Close by, we cover Sherburn Hill (1 mile north-west), Littletown (1 mile north), Ludworth (1 mile east), Hallgarth (2 miles north-west) and High Pittington (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Durham (4 miles west), Newton Aycliffe (11 miles south), Bishop Auckland (12 miles south-west), Spennymoor (7 miles south-west), Seaham (7 miles north-east) and Chester-le-Street (7 miles north-west).
What’s near Shadforth
Our clients here include homes close to Church of St Cuthbert and Ludworth Primary School, among other places. The closest station to Shadforth is Durham station, about 4.5 miles west of the centre. A little further out are County Durham (0.5 miles south-east) and Thornlaw (2.3 miles south-east).
DIY kit or professional repair?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
Looking after it afterwards
To keep it looking its best:
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
For the first few days, keep heavy bottles off the repaired spot. After that, clean it as you would the rest of the bath.
A small chip is a quick job. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
For landlords and businesses
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Shadforth as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it typically costs far less than a refit.
If you manage property in Shadforth, we will quote for several properties at once. Just send pictures for each address and we will come back with a combined price.
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Access to the area
- Unusual colours or finishes
- What the surface is made of
Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Shadforth. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
How to get a fixed price
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- One picture of the entire bath
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
Send us a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, with your DH6 postcode, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
What happens on the day
We turn up when we said we would and checks the damage against your photos first. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before we open a single tin. The work itself takes a few hours, depending on the damage, and the room is left clean and tidy.
- 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.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Get a quote
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.
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