Leicestershire · England
Bath Repair in Shenton
Fixed-price bath repair in Shenton and the surrounding area, normally in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
- A hole punched through by something heavy
When we’d advise against a repair
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, including:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
Bath repair in Shenton, done in place
Whatever the damage, the aim is the same: a repair that is 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. Common call-outs are for scratches you can feel with a fingernail and hairline or through cracks in acrylic, across acrylic, cast iron enamel and roll-top & freestanding.
All our work comes with a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Leicestershire.
- Area
- Shenton (CV13)
- Region
- Leicestershire
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near Shenton
Other services in Shenton
What happens on the day
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you’re not left guessing. On site, it takes two to three hours for most chips. We leave the room clean and you will know when it can be used.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, normally the day after.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Ask for a price
If you are in Shenton and want a price, photos are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Advice
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. We price every job individually. What matters most is:
- The material
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Unusual colours or finishes
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
Getting a price from pictures
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- Details of any past repairs
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- One picture of the entire bath
We price from pictures so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.
Looking after it afterwards
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Have new chips seen to early
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
For the first few days, keep heavy bottles off the repaired spot. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine.
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.
Can I fix it myself?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Cast iron
A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is what we repair.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Where we work around Shenton
Shenton is about 5 miles north-west of Hinckley, in Leicestershire. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. We cover all 287 towns and villages in Leicestershire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 21 miles away.
All of CV13 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From Main Street, Pump Street and Sibson Lane or a nearby road, we can come to you. Close by, we cover Upton (1 mile west), Dadlington (2 miles south-east), Stoke Golding (2 miles south-east), Atterton (2 miles south-west) and Higham on the Hill (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Loughborough (15 miles north-east), Hinckley (5 miles south-east), Wigston (14 miles east), Coalville (9 miles north), Ashby-de-la-Zouch (10 miles north) and Shepshed (13 miles north-east).
Around Shenton
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Market Bosworth School and Church of St John the Evangelist, among other places. Further afield, we also cover the area around Ratcliffe Culey (3.7 miles west) and Shackerstone railway station (3.9 miles north). For a walk, there’s Ambion Hill.
Questions from Shenton
Do you work in Shenton?
Yes, we do. We send a technician to Shenton for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, we frequently do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
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.
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Repairing versus replacing in Shenton
Swapping a damaged bath for a new one normally involves a plumber, lifting out the old bath, making good the tiles and panel and disposing of the old one. Repairing it fixes just the damaged area in a single visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Shenton
- Everything repaired in place
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- No extra charge for your area
Take a look at our prices page and bath cost comparison.
Common problems we fix in Shenton
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: bottles, shower heads and razors are dropped every day, and fittings press hard against the enamel. Over time, chips and rust spots are almost inevitable.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Rust spots around the plughole
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- A chip where the taps sit
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- What prep work is covered
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
