Derbyshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Shipley, Derbyshire
Fixed-price bath repair in Shipley and the surrounding area, usually in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
- Deep scratches in acrylic
Aftercare tips
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, clean it as you would the rest of the bath without abrasive products.
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.
Bath repair at your home in Shipley
Most of our bath repairs take a few hours, and the bath is back in use the following day. You will not need a plumber or tiler, because the bath doesn’t move. We regularly repair pressed steel enamel, roll-top & freestanding and whirlpool & spa baths, and the jobs we see most are impact holes in acrylic and deep scratches in acrylic.
Every repair is covered by a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Shipley (DE75)
- Area hub
- Derbyshire
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. You’ll know the full cost before you book. We take into account:
- Doing more than one item at once
- Access to the area
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- What the surface is made of
Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Getting a price from photos
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Something in shot to show the size
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
If you’re in Shipley and want a price, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
What a repair can’t fix
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair won’t do:
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials we repair
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
What we are called out for in Shipley
Rust tends to begin where water collects, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.
Look out for any of the following:
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
Questions to ask before you book
- What prep work is covered
- What aftercare is recommended
- How changes to the job are handled
- How the room is protected while they work
Repair or replace: which is better?
A new bath costs more than the bath itself: taking out the old one, plumbing, tiling, a panel and redecorating. A repair is one job, done in one visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we’ll give you the exact figure.
What you get with us
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
See our full price list and bath cost comparison.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Shipley
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
FAQs for Shipley
Is there a call-out fee?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Will it make a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Generally, yes. Let us know what was used before and we’ll plan for it.
Will the repair show?
On a glossy bath, you’ll struggle to find it. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.
What happens if you find more damage?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Will there be a smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, which is why we ventilate. It clears as the materials cure.
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Generally, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a picture.
Shipley and the surrounding area
Shipley is about 1 mile south of Heanor, in Derbyshire. Book a date that suits you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. We cover all 532 towns and villages across Derbyshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Shipley to Birmingham (43 miles away).
Our visits in DE75 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From School Woods Close, Westlake Drive and Porterwood Drive or a nearby road, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Cotmanhay (1 mile south-east), Mapperley (1 mile south-west), West Hallam (2 miles south-west), Ilkeston (2 miles south-east) and Stanley Common (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Long Eaton (8 miles south), Belper (6 miles west), Ripley (4 miles north-west), Matlock (13 miles north-west), Clay Cross (12 miles north) and South Normanton (7 miles north).
Near you in Shipley
Our customers here include homes close to Marlpool Infant School, All Saints Church and Bennerley Business and Enterprise College, among other places. Shipley’s nearest station is Langley Mill station, roughly 1.4 miles north of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Greasley Castle (3.2 miles north-east) and Mr Vacuum Cleaner Museum (1.3 miles north-west).
Towns and villages near Shipley
What else we do in Shipley
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.
How it works
You do not need to empty the room. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and start once you’re happy with the plan. It generally takes a few hours, and you can get on with other things while we are there.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, 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 clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking or access
- Open a window if you can
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Getting a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
