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Bath Repair for Shortlands homes
Bath repair for Shortlands, without a refit. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Damage beneath the taps
What we’re called out for in Shortlands
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, a chip that reaches the metal will start to rust.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Chips caused by builders
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Rust spots around the plughole
What to look for in a quote
- Who turns up on the day
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How to care for the finish
Bath repair at your home in Shortlands
Chips, cracks, rust spots and small holes can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. Nothing is unplumbed, your tiles stay as they are, and the repaired area is colour matched so it blends in. Our repair technicians work on whirlpool & spa baths, acrylic and pressed steel enamel, and the jobs we see most are a hole punched through by something heavy and snagging damage from a refit.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Shortlands (BR2, BR1, BR3)
- County
- Greater London
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How to look after the repair
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
There’s nothing special to do after a repair, beyond gentle cleaning. Skip bleach and gritty creams and rinse after use.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.
The process
Visits start with a quick look at the job together. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. Allow a morning or an afternoon, and we’ll keep you posted as we go.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
Get a quote
To get a price, send a couple of pictures using our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Related advice
Why repair rather than replace?
When the bath is otherwise sound, repairing beats replacing. It’s quicker, cheaper and far less disruptive, and the bathroom stays as it is. Where the whole surface is tired, we may suggest re-enamelling instead. Our bath repair starts from £95. Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Shortlands. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why Shortlands clients choose us
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Colour-matched on site
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Work done at your home or business
Take a look at our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Shortlands
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
Nearby places to Shortlands
More services for Shortlands
Covering Shortlands
Shortlands is about 1 mile south-west of Bromley, in Greater London. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Shortlands is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 8 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: BR2, BR1 and BR3. Whether you live on Hayes Lane, Stone Road and Hayes Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. If you’re just outside Shortlands, we cover Eden Park (1 mile south-west), Hayes (2 miles south), Bromley Common (2 miles south-east), West Wickham (2 miles south-west) and Southborough (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover London (8 miles north-west), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (11 miles north-west), Kensington (11 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (10 miles north).
What’s near Shortlands
In Shortlands, that means homes near Holy Trinity College Bromley, St Mark's Church and Church House Gardens. Nearby too are The Richmal Crompton pub (0.6 miles east), Langley Park School for Girls (1.2 miles south-west) and Highfield Infants' School (within half a mile south). The closest station to Shortlands is Shortlands station, about 0.5 miles north. Nearby you will also find Bethlem Museum of the Mind (1.6 miles south-east) and The Mall (0.6 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Summer Hill and Downham Woodland Walk.
- Local facilities include Municipal Borough of Bromley (0.6 miles east)
Shortlands: your questions answered
Can pets and children be at home?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Can you price it without visiting?
Typically, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Are you accredited?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Tell us about it when you send photos.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
In most cases. The old repair comes out first.
What a repair can’t fix
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
What we work on
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. There is no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, so it’s always worth repairing.
Can I fix it myself?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
