Highland · Scotland
Bath Repair in Thurso
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths at your home in Thurso, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Repairs from £95
- Holes from dropped items
- A chip where the taps sit
Bath repair in Thurso without replacing anything
Most of our bath repairs take a few hours, and the bath is back in use the day after. There’s no need to book a plumber or tiler, because the bath doesn’t move. If you are dealing with damage beneath the taps and snagging damage from a refit, we can help, on roll-top & freestanding, pressed steel enamel and whirlpool & spa baths alike.
Every repair is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Highland.
- Location
- Thurso (KW14)
- County
- Highland
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Can I fix it myself?
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, 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 tidy up a tiny mark. 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.
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Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Access to the area
- The type of damage
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.
How to get a fixed price
When you take your photos, a few simple things make all the difference:
- The material, if you know it
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Natural light rather than flash
- A photo taken from further back
We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.
For landlords and businesses
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
What a repair can’t fix
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits too:
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
Thurso questions
Do you cover the entire of Highland?
The entire UK, including all of Highland. Just include your postcode and we will confirm dates.
Are there extra charges for Thurso?
There’s no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Can you price it without visiting?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Do you repair coloured baths?
Yes. The colour is mixed on site to suit your bath, including pastel and older colours.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Most baths can be used the next day. We confirm the time before we leave.
Can you redo an old repair?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Tell us about it when you send photos.
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
What happens after I send pictures?
You’ll get a fixed quote back, typically with dates to choose from. You are under no obligation.
Looking after it afterwards
So the finish stays in good condition:
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
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.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.
The process
When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job typically takes a few hours. We clean up when we’re done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
- We leave it to cure; you can generally use the bath the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Let us know about parking or access
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Ask for a price
Most clients in Thurso get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
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Covering Thurso
Thurso is in Highland. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. We work in 253 places in Highland.
Jobs in KW14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Sir John's Square, Gerry Square and High Street. With the A9 and A836 close by, Thurso is easy for our technicians to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Scrabster (2 miles north-west), Glengolly (2 miles south-west), Janetstown (3 miles south-west), Murkle (3 miles east) and Forss (4 miles west). As one of the bigger places in Highland, Thurso sees plenty of our work. Some remote addresses need extra planning, so call us to arrange it.
What’s near Thurso
In Thurso, that means homes near Thurso High School and Thurso. There is a railway station in Thurso itself: Thurso station. Further afield, we also cover the area around Scrabster Castle (0.7 miles north-west) and Thurso Heritage Museum (0.6 miles north-west).
Repairing versus replacing in Thurso
Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: the tiles sitting on the rim tend to break, a new panel is frequently needed, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Prices start from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Thurso
- No extra charge for your area
- Colour-matched on site
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
Take a look at our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. There is no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
