Highland · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Ullapool, Highland
Bath repair in and around Ullapool: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- A chip where the taps sit
How we handle bath repair in Ullapool
We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. Most baths can be used again the following day. If you’re dealing with a hole punched through by something heavy and damage beneath the taps, we can usually put it right, on cast iron enamel, pressed steel enamel and acrylic alike.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.
- Location
- Ullapool (IV26)
- County
- Highland
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Covering Ullapool
Ullapool is in Highland. Customers in Ullapool get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. Ullapool is one of 253 places in Highland where we work.
We cover every part of the IV26 postcode area. Streets in the area include Market Street, Ladysmith Street and Fraser Place. Main roads around Ullapool include the A893, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover include Achiltibuie (10 miles north-west), Laide (14 miles west), Aultbea (16 miles west), Àird (17 miles west) and Kinlochewe (21 miles south). For island and remote addresses, ring us first and we’ll plan the trip.
What’s near Ullapool
In Ullapool, that means homes near Ullapool, Ullapool old parish church and Ullapool School and the streets around them. A little further out are Ullapool Museum (under half a mile south-west). For a walk, there is Loch Dubh Beag.
Repairing versus replacing in Ullapool
Replacing a fitted bath normally involves a plumber, removing the old bath, making good the tiles and panel and getting rid of the old bath. Repairing it fixes just the damaged area in a single visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You will see the full price before booking.
What you get with us
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Everything repaired in place
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
Read our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They do not rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.
What we cannot put right
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- A steel bath rusted through
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.
Materials we work on in Ullapool
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Nearby places to Ullapool
What else we do in Ullapool
Looking after it afterwards
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Don’t leave a fresh chip for long
There’s nothing special to do after a repair, beyond gentle cleaning. Skip bleach and gritty creams and rinse after use.
A small chip is a quick job. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so early repair saves time and money.
Work for landlords and builders
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
Signs you need bath repair in Ullapool
Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tools, tiles and fittings get dropped into the bath, and the damage isn’t always spotted until later. Snagging repairs like these are a regular job for us.
The things clients generally mention when they call include:
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- A chip where the taps sit
- Deep scratches in acrylic
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether they match the colour on site
- How the room is protected while they work
DIY kit or professional repair?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
The process
Once we are through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes two to three hours for most chips, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- We leave it to cure; you can usually use the bath the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know about parking or access
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
Get a quote
Upload photos of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, with your IV26 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Related advice
Ullapool questions
Is a repair better than a new one?
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.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
Do you cover the entire of Highland?
All of Highland, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We review the photos and send a fixed quote.
What does bath repair cost?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed price based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the entire item and your postcode.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Frequently, if there’s access underneath. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
