Caerphilly · Wales
Bath chip & crack repair in Swffryd, Caerphilly
We travel to Swffryd for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Holes from dropped items
- A kit repair that didn’t last
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
Bath repair in Swffryd without replacing anything
It pays to repair bath damage while it’s small. Exposed metal on enamelled baths soon rusts, while cracks in acrylic grow each time the bath moves. A repair stops both. Whether it’s scratches you can feel with a fingernail and chips on the rim or sides, we can usually put it right, whatever the material.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there is a problem and we will sort it.
- Where
- Swffryd (NP11)
- County
- Caerphilly
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
When a repair isn’t the answer
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair won’t do:
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
Should you replace it?
A repair makes sense whenever the damage is localised. It’s a fraction of the cost of a new bath and fitting, it’s done in one visit, and nothing else in the room changes. Our bath repair starts from £95. We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Swffryd
- No extra charge for your area
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Nothing taken out or refitted
Read our full price list or bath cost comparison.
How to care for the repair
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
A repaired bath needs no special treatment, beyond gentle cleaning. Skip bleach and gritty creams and give it a rinse after each bath.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, so water can’t get in. Remove it before the repair.
Other services in Swffryd
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. We price every job individually, from your photos. What matters most is:
- The material and finish
- How many items we do on one visit
- How many areas need work
- How easy the damage is to reach
What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
How to get a fixed quote
Phone photos are fine, there is no need for anything special. Ensure they show:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Where you are, by postcode
- One sharp close-up of the damage
There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Common problems we fix in Swffryd
Rust normally starts where water sits, by the plughole, beneath dripping taps or in an unrepaired chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed any of these:
- Damage beneath the taps
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- Chips caused by builders
- Rust by the waste and overflow
Comparing quotes
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
Landlords, agents and businesses in Swffryd
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Swffryd use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it normally costs far less than a refit.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Your questions about bath repair in Swffryd
What happens after I send pictures?
We review the pictures and send a fixed quote with dates.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it is not worth repairing, we will tell you.
Will you leave a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
Is there any odour?
Expect a mild smell while we are working.
Do you work in Swffryd?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Swffryd. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Which areas do you work in?
Across the UK. Prices do not change with location.
What we do, step by step
We begin by going over the job with you. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. Allow a morning or an afternoon.
- First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Have a window or extractor fan available
How to get a price
To get a price, send a couple of photos through our quote form or call us. We will say right away if a repair is the right fix.
Advice
Our work in Swffryd
Swffryd is about 4 miles west of Pontypool, in Caerphilly. Whether you’re in the middle of Swffryd or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Swffryd is one of 94 places in Caerphilly where we work. Our jobs stretch from Swffryd to Birmingham (76 miles away).
Every address in NP11 is covered. We regularly work on streets such as Walters Avenue, Baillie Smith Avenue and Hector Avenue and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Swffryd: Crumlin (1 mile south-west), Treowen (1 mile south-west), Rhiw (1 mile west), Hafodyrynys (1 mile east) and Pantside (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Caerphilly (8 miles south-west), Blackwood (3 miles west), Risca (5 miles south), Ystrad Mynach (5 miles south-west), Cefn Fforest (3 miles west) and Pontllanfraith (3 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Swffryd
Our customers here include homes close to Viaduct Hotel, Sofrydd C.P. School and Church Of Our Lady Of Peace And Attached Presbytery, among other places. The closest station to Swffryd is Llanhilleth station, about 1.2 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Ty Ebbw Fach Heritage Centre (2.6 miles north) and Castell Taliorum (1.9 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Cwm Lickey Lake and Craig Swffryd.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
