Leicestershire · England
Bath Repair in Shawell
Bath repair in Shawell without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- A cracked acrylic bath
About our bath repair in Shawell
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. Common call-outs are for damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and a kit repair that didn’t last, in roll-top & freestanding, cast iron enamel and acrylic.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything is not right, ring us and we will come back.
- Location
- Shawell (LE17)
- Area hub
- Leicestershire
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What we are called out for in Shawell
Rust tends to begin where water collects, by the plughole, beneath dripping taps or in an unrepaired chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Chips under the taps
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Rust spots around the plughole
Questions to ask before you book
- What preparation is included
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- What happens if they find more damage
- What aftercare is recommended
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, so it’s always worth repairing.
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. There’s no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
About Shawell
Shawell is about 4 miles north-east of Rugby, in Leicestershire. Across the LE17 area, we come to you. We work in 287 places in Leicestershire. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 29 miles away.
Here we cover the LE17 postcode area. Local streets include Main Street, Catthorpe Road and Lutterworth Road. Other places close to Shawell include Newton (1 mile south-west), Cotesbach (1 mile north), Churchover (2 miles west), Lutterworth (3 miles north) and Cosford (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Hinckley (11 miles north-west), Wigston (12 miles north), Blaby (11 miles north), Broughton Astley (8 miles north), Earl Shilton (12 miles north-west) and Sketchley (11 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Shawell
Around Shawell, we work in homes near Church of All Saints. For rail, the closest station is Rugby station, about 3.3 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Lilbourne Castle (1.9 miles south-east) and Percy Pilcher Museum (2.7 miles east). Open spaces near Shawell include Swift Valley Nature Reserve.
How the visit works
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and tidy away. Allow a few hours, depending on the damage. Before we go, we will explain when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, usually the day after.
How to prepare
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Clear the area around the damage
- Let us know which floor the room is on
Ask for a price
For a price in Shawell, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Related advice
For landlords and businesses
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there’s no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip.
Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.
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Other services in Shawell
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Shawell. The price reflects:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How many areas need work
- The material and finish
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Getting a price from photos
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Something in shot to show the size
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Looking after it afterwards
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Don’t leave a fresh chip for long
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
Don’t leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, because they can mark the enamel. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
Repair or replace in Shawell?
A new bath brings a chain of other jobs: tiles along the rim generally crack when it comes out, a new panel is often needed, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. A repair skips all of it. Our bath repair starts from £95. A few things move the price: 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 Shawell clients choose us
- No need to remove anything
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Same prices wherever you are
- Fixed prices from your photos
See our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
What we cannot put right
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
Common questions in Shawell
What do you need from me?
Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, access to the room.
Can you match an avocado or pink bath?
Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including pastel and older colours.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you will get one combined price.
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.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Usually, yes. The old repair comes out first.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
Do you come to Shawell?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Shawell. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you quote from pictures?
Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
