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Bath chip & crack repair in Shettleston, Glasgow
Bath repair in and around Shettleston: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- Damage beneath the taps
How we handle bath repair in Shettleston
Bath repair is our most common job. Chips on the rim, rust around the waste and cracks in acrylic are all repaired in place, normally in a single visit. We regularly repair cast iron enamel, pressed steel enamel and acrylic, and common reasons people get in touch are a chipped rim or side and scratches you can feel with a fingernail.
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Glasgow.
- Location
- Shettleston (G32, G31)
- Area hub
- Glasgow
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Keeping it looking good
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Check that an acrylic bath doesn’t move when you stand in it
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
A repaired bath needs no special treatment. Skip bleach and gritty creams and rinse after use.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, so water cannot get in. Take it off before we arrive.
About Shettleston
Shettleston is about 2 miles north-west of Cambuslang, in Glasgow. From the centre of Shettleston to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Shettleston is one of 183 places in Glasgow we cover.
Our visits in G32 and G31 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes on Wellshot Road, Tollcross Road and Budhill Avenue. With the A89 close by, Shettleston is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover include Greenfield (1 mile north), Budhill (1 mile north-east), Tollcross (1 mile south), Lightburn (1 mile north) and Springboig (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Glasgow (4 miles west), Hillhead (5 miles west), Dowanhill (5 miles west), Woodlands (4 miles west), Woodside (4 miles north-west) and North Kelvinside (5 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Shettleston
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Glasgow, Eastbank Academy and Parkhead Library, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Carntyne station, about 0.5 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Tollcross Museum (within half a mile south-west) and Lightburn Hospital (0.7 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Lenzie Moss and Cathkin Braes.
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. There’s no area surcharge for Shettleston. The price reflects:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Doing more than one item at once
- How many areas need work
What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
How to get a fixed quote
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Try to send:
- Something in shot to show the size
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
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Repair or replace in Shettleston?
Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: getting one out, particularly from an upstairs bathroom, is a big job, and a like-for-like replacement can be expensive. A repair keeps it in place. Our bath repair starts from £95. We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why us?
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- No extra charge for your area
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- A fixed quote before booking
Take a look at our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Signs you need bath repair in Shettleston
Rust tends to begin where water collects, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- A chip where the taps sit
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
Before you book anyone
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- Aftercare advice
- How the colour is matched
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
When we would advise against a repair
To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
Landlord and trade work in Shettleston
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
If you manage property in Shettleston, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send photos for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Your questions about bath repair in Shettleston
Is a repair better than a new one?
Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
Do you charge for travel?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
How invisible is a bath repair?
On a glossy bath, you’ll struggle to find it. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Will there be a smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
What happens on the day
Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so you know exactly what we’re doing. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and we start. You can expect it to take a few hours, depending on the damage, and we’ll tell you if anything changes.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the day after.
How to prepare
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Getting a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.
Advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
