Cumbria · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Smithfield, Cumbria
Fixed-price bath repair in Smithfield and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Repairs from £95
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- Holes from dropped items
Bath repair at your home in Smithfield
We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. Most baths can be used again the following day. Whether it’s damage beneath the taps and scratches you can feel with a fingernail, we can help, whatever the material.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Where
- Smithfield (CA6)
- County
- Cumbria
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Do you need bath repair in Smithfield?
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, any chip down to the metal will start to rust.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- Chips under the taps
- Rust spots around the plughole
What to look for in a quote
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- What preparation is included
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- How changes to the job are handled
Places near Smithfield
What else we do in Smithfield
Landlords, agents and businesses in Smithfield
For anyone letting property in or around Smithfield, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send photos for each one and we’ll price them together.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
How the visit works
On the day, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take a few hours. We clean up when we are done and let you know when you can use it again.
- We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
- Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
- We leave it to cure; you can normally use the bath the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Let us know about parking or access
- Clear the area around the damage
How to get a price
Most clients in Smithfield get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Related advice
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
Keeping it looking good
To keep it looking its best for years:
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Don’t leave a fresh chip for long
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
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.
Small chips are quick to repair. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
Should you replace it?
Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: taking out the old one, plumbing, tiling, a panel and redecorating. A repair is one job, done in one visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. A repair generally costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send pictures and we’ll give you the exact figure.
What you get with us
- A fixed quote before you book
- Colour-matched on site
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Read our full price list and bath cost comparison.
What we can’t put right
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- Wear across the whole surface, which needs re-enamelling
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Materials we work on in Smithfield
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. There is no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
FAQs for Smithfield
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Yes, we do this often. We strip it out, deal with any rust and repair it again.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you’ll get one combined price.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
Will there be a smell?
A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Can you quote from photos?
Typically, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
Smithfield and the surrounding area
Smithfield is about 7 miles north of Carlisle, in Cumbria. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. We work in 438 places across Cumbria, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Smithfield to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 49 miles away).
Here we cover the CA6 postcode area. Streets in the area include Ryehill Park and Skitby Road. Smithfield sits on or near the A6071, so getting to you is simple. Neighbouring places we cover include Skitby (1 mile east), Walby (3 miles south), Crosby-on-Eden (4 miles south), Linstock (5 miles south) and Aglionby (5 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Carlisle (7 miles south), Currock (7 miles south), Raffles (7 miles south-west), Botcherby (7 miles south), Morton (8 miles south-west) and Belle Vue (7 miles south-west).
Near you in Smithfield
We visit homes around Robin Hood Inn, Church of St Cuthbert and Fir Ends Primary School, among other places. Nearby you will also find Scaleby Castle (1.9 miles south) and A World In Miniature Museum (3.9 miles south-west).
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
