Northumberland · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Stobswood, Northumberland
Bath repair across Stobswood and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips under the taps
- Chips along the edge of the bath
Bath repair in Stobswood, done in place
We repair enamelled steel, cast iron and acrylic baths. The method changes with the material: metal baths need any rust dealt with first, and acrylic cracks need support from behind. Typical jobs include chips along the edge of the bath and rust spots around the plughole, on whirlpool & spa baths, pressed steel enamel and roll-top & freestanding.
Every job is backed for twelve months in Stobswood and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Where
- Stobswood (NE61)
- Area hub
- Northumberland
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Landlords, agents and businesses in Stobswood
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Keeping it looking good
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust can start.
Avoid standing in a cracked acrylic bath until it’s fixed. Every use opens the crack a little more, and it can start to leak underneath.
Where we work around Stobswood
Stobswood is about 5 miles north-west of Ashington, in Northumberland. From the centre of Stobswood to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We cover all 189 towns and villages across Northumberland. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 18 miles away.
Here we cover the NE61 postcode area. We also cover the places around Stobswood: Widdrington (1 mile north-east), Ulgham (2 miles south), Linton (3 miles south-east), Eshott (3 miles north-west) and Red Row (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Blyth (10 miles south-east), Cramlington (11 miles south), Ashington (5 miles south-east), Morpeth (6 miles south-west), Bedlington (8 miles south) and Alnwick (12 miles north).
Landmarks near Stobswood
The closest station to Stobswood is Widdrington station, about 0.5 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include St George's Park (5.1 miles south-west) and Widdrington Castle (1.3 miles north-east).
Honest limits
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- A steel bath rusted through
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Materials we work on in Stobswood
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
Repairs by material
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that’s the part we put right.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
What we are called out for in Stobswood
The usual cause is something heavy dropped into the bath, and building work is a common culprit. Cracks in acrylic have a different cause: the bath is not properly supported, so it flexes under weight.
Look out for these signs:
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- Damage beneath the taps
Comparing quotes
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How the room is protected while they work
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
DIY kit or professional repair?
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.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
Stobswood: your questions answered
When can I have a bath again?
Usually within a day, depending on the repair.
Are there extra charges for Stobswood?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
What happens next?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
Usually, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a picture.
Is a bath repair durable?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps it last.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes, we do this frequently. We strip it out, deal with any rust and repair it again.
Other services in Stobswood
The process
We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. Then the area is sheeted and masked and we start. It normally takes a morning or an afternoon, and we’ll tell you if anything changes.
- First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Ensure the area is dry
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
How to get a price
Send us a photo of the damage and one of the whole item, with your NE61 postcode, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Related advice
Should you replace it?
People frequently assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. Typically it does not: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Our bath repair starts from £95. A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Stobswood
- Work done at your home or business
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- One visit for most repairs
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
Read our pricing or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
