Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway
Fixed-price bath repair in Stranraer and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
- A hole punched through by something heavy
Aftercare tips
It’s all simple stuff:
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Deal with new chips early, before rust sets in.
Small chips are quick to repair. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
Bath repair in Stranraer, done in place
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 finish is matched to the rest of the bath. We regularly repair acrylic, cast iron enamel and roll-top & freestanding, and the jobs we see most are rusty patches near the plughole and a hole punched through by something heavy.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Stranraer (DG9)
- County
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY kit or professional repair?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Common problems we fix in Stranraer
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: bottles, shower heads and razors are dropped every day, and fittings press hard against the enamel. Sooner or later, most baths pick up a chip.
The things customers usually mention when they call are:
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- Chips under the taps
What to look for in a quote
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How the room is protected while they work
- How soon you can use it again
- What aftercare is recommended
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. We price every job individually. The main factors are:
- How many items we do on one visit
- The colour and finish to match
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The size and number of damaged areas
Set against the cost of replacement, repairing normally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
How to get a fixed quote
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A photo taken from further back
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
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 come back to you with a fixed figure.
Different materials, different repairs
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
What a repair cannot fix
It helps to know what we cannot do too:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- A steel bath rusted through
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
About Stranraer
Stranraer is about 32 miles east of Larne, in Dumfries and Galloway. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Stranraer is one of 138 places in Dumfries and Galloway where we work. Our jobs stretch from Stranraer to Glasgow (about 72 miles away).
We work across DG9. We regularly work on streets such as High Street, Market Street and Hanover Square and the roads around them. With the A75 and A77 close by, Stranraer is easy for our technicians to reach. We also cover the places around Stranraer: Lime Kiln (2 miles east), Innermessan (2 miles north-east), Aird (2 miles east), Lochans (3 miles south) and Castle Kennedy (3 miles east). As one of the bigger places in Dumfries and Galloway, Stranraer sees plenty of our work.
Local landmarks in Stranraer
We visit homes around Stranraer and Commercial Inn. Stranraer’s nearest station is Stranraer station, about 0.5 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Stranraer Museum (within half a mile east) and Castle of St. John (under half a mile east). For a walk, there’s Soulseat Loch.
How it works
Your technician turns up when we said we would and checks the damage against your photos first. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before we open a single tin. Most visits take a few hours, and the room is left clean and tidy.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, normally the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
Get a quote
To get a price, send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
Repairing versus replacing in Stranraer
For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It costs far less than a new bath plus fitting, it’s done in one visit, and nothing else in the room changes. Prices start from £95. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
What you get with us
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
See our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Common questions in Stranraer
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Most of the time. The back of the crack is strengthened before the front is filled and refinished, so access behind the panel is important.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Do you come to Stranraer?
Yes. We cover the whole UK and come to Stranraer and the rest of Dumfries and Galloway. Send pictures and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners across Dumfries and Galloway.
Will you leave a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
