Scottish Borders · Scotland
Bath Repair for Smailholm homes
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for householders, landlords and businesses in Smailholm. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Damage beneath the taps
When a repair isn’t the answer
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we work on
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
Bath repair in Smailholm, done in place
A damaged bath does not have to mean a new bathroom. Our technicians fill, shape and refinish the damage, mixing the colour on the day. Common call-outs are for chips on the rim or sides and rust spots around the plughole, in acrylic, whirlpool & spa baths and cast iron enamel.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you’re not left on your own once we have gone.
- Area
- Smailholm (TD5)
- Area hub
- Scottish Borders
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Our work in Smailholm
Smailholm is about 10 miles east of Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders. We visit homes and businesses in Smailholm, so there’s no workshop to go to. Our technicians cover 89 places in the Scottish Borders. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 34 miles away.
Every address in TD5 is covered. Nearby, we also work in Gordon (4 miles north), Stichill (4 miles east), Maxton (5 miles south-west), St Boswells (5 miles south-west) and Earlston (5 miles west). Further out, we also cover Galashiels (10 miles west), Kelso (5 miles east), Selkirk (12 miles south-west), Jedburgh (10 miles south), Duns (14 miles north-east) and Melrose (7 miles west).
What’s near Smailholm
Around Smailholm, we work in homes near Smailholm Church and the streets around them. Nearby you will also find Mellerstain House (1.6 miles north) and Kelso Hospital (4.9 miles east). For a walk, there is Brotherstone Hill and Bemersyde Moss.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Smailholm
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details and we’ll arrange it.
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
Also near Smailholm
Also in Smailholm
What affects the price in Smailholm
Prices start from £95. There is no area surcharge for Smailholm. What changes the price is:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Doing more than one item at once
We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Smailholm. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
How to get a fixed quote
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- The material, if you know it
- Natural light rather than flash
- Details of any past repairs
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
There’s no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
What we do, step by step
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, do the job and clear up. Allow a few hours. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, usually the following day.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Getting a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
Related advice
Why repair rather than replace?
A new bath costs more than the bath itself: removal and disposal, plumbing, a new panel, tiling and decorating. With a repair, it’s one visit and one price. Prices start from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing typically costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
What you get with us
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Work done at your home or business
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Same prices wherever you are
Take a look at our pricing and bath cost comparison.
Do you need bath repair in Smailholm?
Rust normally starts where water sits, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
- Chips caused by builders
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- A chipped rim or side
What your quote should include
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Aftercare advice
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Whether a trained technician does the job
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Exposed steel rusts fast, especially around the waste, so early repairs matter.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Your questions about bath repair in Smailholm
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Normally, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
Do you cover Smailholm?
We do. We send a technician to Smailholm for every job, with no extra charge for travel.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes, we do this often. The old material comes out, any rust is treated, then we repair it properly.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.
When can you do it?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
How do I book?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Often, if there’s access underneath. We back the hole, fill it and refinish the surface.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
