Orkney Islands · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Tankerness, Orkney Islands
Our repair technicians come to Tankerness for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust spots around the plughole
- A cracked acrylic bath
How we handle bath repair in Tankerness
We see every kind of bath damage: dropped-bottle chips, plughole rust, acrylic cracks and impact holes. Each is repaired in place with a one-year guarantee. If you’re dealing with hairline or through cracks in acrylic and snagging damage from a refit, we can help.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are covered after the visit.
- Location
- Tankerness (KW17)
- County
- Orkney Islands
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Unusual colours or finishes
- The material
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
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. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Quotes from your photos
You can take the pictures on your phone, there’s no need for anything special. Just make sure we can see:
- Any details about the material
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
Most customers in Tankerness get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
The process
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which usually takes a few hours. If anything looks different from your pictures, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Let us know about parking or access
Ask for a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.
Advice
For landlords and businesses
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
Tankerness and nearby
Tankerness is about 4 miles east of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. Whether you’re in the middle of Tankerness or on the outskirts, the service is the same: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Tankerness is one of 51 towns and villages in the Orkney Islands we cover.
Our repair technicians cover all of the KW17 postcode area. We also travel to Toab (1 mile south), Upper Sanday (3 miles south), Kirkwall (4 miles west), St Mary's (5 miles south-west) and Balfour (6 miles north-west). For island and remote addresses, ring us first and we will plan the trip.
Near you in Tankerness
In Tankerness, that means homes near St Andrew's Burial-Ground and the streets around them. A little further out are Balfour Hospital (4.7 miles west) and Bishop's Palace (4.5 miles west). The countryside around Tankerness includes Mull Head Nature Reserve and Loch of Tankerness.
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
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 is what we repair.
DIY kit or professional repair?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper 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, then guarantee it for a year.
Repair or replace in Tankerness?
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. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why book with us
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- No extra charge for your area
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Everything repaired in place
Read our prices page or bath cost comparison.
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Your questions about bath repair in Tankerness
Do you repair coloured baths?
Yes, we match coloured baths too. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
Is a bath repair permanent?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Usually, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
Will the price change on the day?
Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Do you cover the whole of the Orkney Islands?
All of the Orkney Islands, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
How do I get a price for bath repair in Tankerness?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed quote based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the whole item with your KW17 postcode.
How to care for the repair
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Check that an acrylic bath doesn’t move when you stand in it
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, because they can mark the enamel. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
Stop using the bath if a crack lets water through. Water under the bath can damage the floor and the ceiling below.
Common problems we fix in Tankerness
Baths take more knocks than people expect: 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.
People generally call us when they notice something like this:
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Damage beneath the taps
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if they find more damage
- Who will actually do the work
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- If travel is included in the price
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
