Cardiff · Wales
Bath chip & crack repair in Wenallt, Cardiff
Damaged bath in Wenallt? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A chip where the taps sit
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
Bath repair at your home in Wenallt
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. Whether it’s rusty patches near the plughole and chips caused by builders, we can help, on cast iron enamel, roll-top & freestanding and acrylic alike.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard.
- Where
- Wenallt (CF14)
- County
- Cardiff
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Signs you need bath repair in Wenallt
The usual cause is something heavy dropped into the bath, and building work is a common culprit. Cracks in acrylic have a different cause: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.
Look out for these signs:
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Damage beneath the taps
- Rust spots around the plughole
- A chipped rim or side
Questions to ask before you book
- How your room will be protected
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
What a repair can’t fix
Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits too:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
What we work on
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
Repair or replace in Wenallt?
Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: they’re very heavy to remove, especially upstairs, and replacing like for like isn’t cheap. Repairing it leaves it where it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why book with us
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Colour-matched on site
- Everything repaired in place
- Work done at your home or business
See our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Covering Wenallt
Wenallt is about 3 miles south of Caerphilly, in Cardiff. Anywhere in CF14, we carry out the work at your property. Wenallt is one of 91 towns and villages in Cardiff where we work.
Our repair technicians cover all of CF14. We also cover the places around Wenallt: Pant-mawr (1 mile south), Rhydwaedlyd (1 mile south-east), Thornhill (1 mile north), Coryton (1 mile south-west) and Rhiwbina (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Cardiff (3 miles south-east), Ely (4 miles south), Castle (4 miles south-east), Adamsdown (5 miles south-east), Roath (4 miles south-east) and Splott (5 miles south-east).
Near you in Wenallt
We visit homes around Llanishen Fach Primary School, Llanishen High School and Fynnon Wen Public House. The nearest railway station is Rhiwbina station, about 1.3 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include St Martins (1.7 miles north) and Welsh Museum of Health and Medicine (2.1 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Roath Park Lake and Wenallt Hill.
The process
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, do the job and tidy away. Allow a few hours, depending on the damage. Before we go, we’ll explain how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
Before we arrive
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
How to get a price
To get a price, send a couple of pictures using our quote form or ring us. We will say immediately if a repair is the right fix.
Advice
What affects the price in Wenallt
Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:
- How many areas need work
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The type of damage
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
No two jobs are quite the same, 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.
How to get a fixed quote
Phone pictures are fine. Ensure they show:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
For landlords and businesses
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Looking after it afterwards
To keep it looking its best for years:
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Don’t leave razors or cans standing in the bath
Do not leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, as they can leave rust marks. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
Stop using the bath if a crack lets water through until it’s repaired. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.
Places near Wenallt
What else we do in Wenallt
DIY kit or professional repair?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
Your questions about bath repair in Wenallt
How do I get a price for bath repair in Wenallt?
Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Usually, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
What happens after I send pictures?
We come back with a fixed quote, usually with dates to choose from. There’s no obligation to book.
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work carries our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Generally, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Check under the bath panel, or send us a picture.
Do you charge for travel?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Do the materials smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, which is why we ventilate. It clears as the materials cure.
Can landlords book you?
Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
