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Bath chip & crack repair in Urquhart, Moray
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for householders, landlords and businesses in Urquhart. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- Rust spots around the plughole
Bath repair in Urquhart, done in place
Small damage on a bath is worth repairing early. Exposed metal on enamelled baths soon rusts, and on acrylic, a crack keeps spreading while the bath flexes. Repairing it stops the damage getting worse. Our technicians work on roll-top & freestanding, pressed steel enamel and acrylic, and common reasons people contact us are a chip where the taps sit and deep scratches in acrylic.
All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Urquhart (IV30)
- Region
- Moray
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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 cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
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.
What we are called out for in Urquhart
Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else. Taps and wastes cause problems too: water sits around them, and any chip there soon rusts.
Contact us if you’ve noticed any of these:
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Holes from dropped items
- Rust spots around the plughole
Before booking anyone
- How long it needs to cure
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- Aftercare advice
Keeping it looking good
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Have new chips seen to early
- Don’t scrub with anything abrasive
- Check that an acrylic bath doesn’t move when you stand in it
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine, avoiding abrasives.
A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
Work for landlords and builders
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Letting agents often send us photos straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
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Urquhart questions
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
Generally, yes, if we can reach behind it. We back the hole, fill it and refinish the surface.
Is my repair covered?
Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
How quickly can you book me in?
We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders.
Do the materials smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We come back with a fixed quote, normally with dates to choose from. You’re under no obligation.
Do I have to be there?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
How the visit works
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and get going once we’ve agreed what we’re doing. It generally takes two to three hours for most chips, and you can get on with other things while we are there.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, 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 clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.
How to prepare
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
Get a quote
You do not need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
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What bath repair costs
Repairs from £95. We price every job individually. What matters most is:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The type of damage
- What the surface is made of
Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it.
Getting a price from photos
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- The material, if you know it
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, add your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Can I fix it myself?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
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 isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
Covering Urquhart
Urquhart is about 4 miles east of Elgin, in Moray. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Urquhart is one of 58 towns and villages in Moray we cover.
All of IV30 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Main Street, Meft Road and Beils Brae, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Lhanbryde (1 mile south-west), Lochhill (1 mile north), Blackhills (2 miles south), Hallowood (3 miles south-west) and Garmouth (3 miles east). Further out, we also cover Elgin (4 miles west), Buckie (9 miles east), Lossiemouth (6 miles north-west), Keith (12 miles south-east), Ashgrove (4 miles west) and Portknockie (13 miles east). If you’re somewhere remote, ring us first and we will plan the trip.
What’s near Urquhart
Typical jobs here are in homes near Lhanbryde Primary School and Urquhart, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Elgin station, roughly 4.2 miles west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Spynie Palace (3.9 miles north-west) and Dr Gray's Hospital (4.8 miles west). Not far away are Loch Spynie.
Repairing versus replacing in Urquhart
When the bath is otherwise sound, repairing beats replacing. It costs less, takes less time and causes far less upheaval, and the bathroom stays as it is. If the whole surface is worn, re-enamelling may make more sense, and we’ll tell you. Our bath repair starts from £95. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Urquhart
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- No need to remove anything
- Most jobs done in one visit
See our prices page and bath cost comparison.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
