Sunderland · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Washington, Sunderland
Fixed-price bath repair in Washington and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Repairs from £95
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- A chip where the taps sit
Bath repair at your home in Washington
You don’t need a new bath because of a chip. We fill the damage, shape it to the curve of the bath and refinish it, mixing the colour on the day. We work on pressed steel enamel, acrylic and whirlpool & spa baths, and the jobs we see most are a hole punched through by something heavy and a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything is not right, ring us and we’ll sort it.
- Where
- Washington (NE38, NE37, DH3)
- County
- Sunderland
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Common problems we fix in Washington
Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Legs that aren’t adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the base flex until the acrylic gives way.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Rust spots around the plughole
Before you book anyone
- How the room is protected while they work
- Aftercare advice
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
When we would advise against a repair
We will not take on work that will not last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
About Washington
Washington is about 5 miles west of Sunderland, in Sunderland. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. We work in 75 places across Sunderland, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 8 miles away.
We cover every part of NE38, NE37 and DH3 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Ash Square, Station Road and Usworth Station Road, and we cover them all. Washington is on the A182 and A195, which makes it straightforward to reach. If you are just outside Washington, we cover Columbia (1 mile east), Oxclose (1 mile west), Lambton (1 mile south-west), Harraton (1 mile south) and Fatfield (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Sunderland (5 miles east), Houghton-le-Spring (4 miles south-east), Sunniside (6 miles east), Fulwell (6 miles east), Hendon (6 miles east) and Ford (4 miles east). Washington is among the bigger towns we cover in Sunderland.
Landmarks near Washington
Typical jobs here are in homes near Church of Holy Trinity, Wessington Primary School and Biddick Academy and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Chester-Le-Street station, roughly 3.6 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Bowes Railway (2.1 miles north-west) and Queen Elizabeth Hospital (3.5 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include WWT Washington.
Your questions about bath repair in Washington
What about rust by the waste?
Yes, it’s one of the most common repairs we do. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.
Is there any odour?
Expect a mild smell while we’re working that clears as it cures.
How do I book?
Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?
Most of the time. The back of the crack is strengthened before the front is filled and refinished, so access behind the panel is important.
What happens after I send pictures?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
Are there extra charges for Washington?
There’s no separate call-out charge. Your fixed price includes everything.
Do you repair coloured baths?
Yes, coloured baths are no problem. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
Should you replace it?
Replacing a fitted bath normally involves a plumber, removing the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and getting rid of the old bath. Repairing it fixes just the damaged area in one visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Washington
- Same prices wherever you are
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Most jobs done in one visit
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
See our pricing and bath cost comparison.
How to care for the repair
Looking after the surface is easy:
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Put a towel in the bath if you’re working above it
For the first few days, keep heavy bottles off the repaired spot. After that, clean it as you would the rest of the bath.
Avoid standing in a cracked acrylic bath until it’s fixed. Every use opens the crack a little more, and water can get through to the floor below.
Can I fix it myself?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
How it works
Your technician turns up when we said we would and checks the damage against your pictures first. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before we open a single tin. Most visits take a few hours, and we leave the room as we found it.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the following day.
Before we arrive
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Get a quote
Most customers in Washington get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
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Landlords, agents and businesses in Washington
If you manage property in Washington, we will quote for several properties at once. Just send pictures for each address and we will price them together.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Sunderland and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
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Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- The colour and finish to match
- What the surface is made of
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Whether we combine several jobs
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.
Quotes from your photos
Two or three clear pictures are normally enough. It helps if you send:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Where you are, by postcode
- Natural light rather than flash
If you’re in Washington and want a price, photos are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
