Highland · Scotland

Bath Repair for Smoo homes

Bath repair across Smoo and nearby, typically in one visit.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Holes from dropped items
  • Deep scratches in acrylic
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book bath repair in Smoo

How we handle bath repair in Smoo

Repairing baths is what we do most. Chips on the rim, rust around the waste and cracks in acrylic are all fixed without removing the bath, normally in a single visit. If you are dealing with chips caused by builders and holes from dropped items, we can typically put it right, on acrylic, cast iron enamel and roll-top & freestanding alike.

Every job is backed for twelve months in Smoo and everywhere else. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.

Rusty chip next to a bath plughole, before and after repair
Where
Smoo (IV27)
Area hub
Highland
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

When we’d advise against a repair

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
  • Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
  • A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed

If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before you book.

Materials we work on in Smoo

  • Acrylic
  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Cast iron enamel
  • Whirlpool & spa baths

Different materials, different repairs

Cast iron

Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, with a fused enamel surface. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.

Pressed steel

Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Exposed steel rusts fast, particularly by the plughole, so early repairs matter.

Landlord and trade work in Smoo

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Smoo use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.

Keeping it looking good

Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:

  • Check that an acrylic bath doesn’t move when you stand in it
  • A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
  • Have new chips seen to early
  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas

Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft cloth. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.

A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.

About Smoo

Smoo is in Highland. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you’re not left waiting in all day. We work in 253 places in Highland.

Our technicians cover all of IV27. Nearby, we also work in Diuranais (1 mile north-west), Melness (11 miles east), Tongue (13 miles south-east), Kinlochbervie (13 miles south-west) and Scourie (21 miles south-west). If you are somewhere remote, call first so we can plan the visit.

What’s near Smoo

In Smoo, that means homes near Sangomore. Not far away are Loch na Cathrach Duibhe.

Map of Smoo © OpenStreetMap contributors

Why repair rather than replace?

Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. Typically it doesn’t: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Our bath repair starts from £95. The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book.

Why Smoo clients choose us

  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • Everything repaired in place
  • Most jobs done in one visit

See our prices page or bath cost comparison.

Do you need bath repair in Smoo?

The usual cause is something heavy dropped into the bath, and building work is a common culprit. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: the bath is not properly supported, so it flexes under weight.

Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:

  • A cracked acrylic bath
  • Snagging damage from a refit
  • An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
  • Holes from dropped items

Questions to ask before you book

  • When it can be used again
  • What happens if they find more damage
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • How your room will be protected

10 questions to ask before booking

Questions from Smoo

Can you repair a hole in a bath?

In most cases. Send us a picture of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?

Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Mention it when you send photos.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.

What do you need from me?

Photos of the damage, a picture of the entire bath and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.

Will the repair show?

The goal is a repair that blends in. How well it disappears depends on the condition of the rest of the bath, and we’ll tell you what to expect.

Can you fix rust around the plughole?

Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.

Do you hold any accreditations?

We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

What happens on the day

From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes a few hours, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.

  1. We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
  2. We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
  3. We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
  4. Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
  5. We leave it to cure; you can usually use the bath the following day.

How to prepare

  • Ensure the room can be ventilated
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Let us know about parking or access

Ask for a price

Most clients in Smoo get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

Get a fixed quote

Related advice

What bath repair costs

Prices start from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We look at:

  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Access to the area
  • The material and finish
  • Whether we combine several jobs

It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.

Quotes from your pictures

Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • Something in shot to show the size
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • One picture of the entire bath
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before

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 price, not a guess.

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