East Lothian · Scotland
Bath Repair for Whitecraig homes
Bath repair in Whitecraig without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. You’ll know the full cost before booking. We look at:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How much damage there is
- The colour and finish to match
- What the surface is made of
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.
How to get a fixed quote
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Natural light rather than flash
- The material, if you know it
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
Most clients in Whitecraig get their price from photos. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
About our bath repair in Whitecraig
It pays to repair bath damage while it’s small. On steel and cast iron, exposed metal starts to rust, and on acrylic, a crack keeps spreading while the bath flexes. A repair stops both. Whether it’s hairline or through cracks in acrylic and an old repair that has yellowed or come loose, we can typically put it right, whatever the material.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee in Whitecraig and across East Lothian.
- Location
- Whitecraig (EH21)
- Region
- East Lothian
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I try a DIY kit first?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
Common questions in Whitecraig
Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?
Usually. Send us a photo of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, we frequently do. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
How do I get a price for bath repair in Whitecraig?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed quote based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the whole item and your postcode.
What do you need from me?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.
Is it messy?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Are there extra charges for Whitecraig?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
When can I have a bath again?
Most baths can be used the next day. We will tell you the exact curing time when we finish.
Honest limits
In fairness, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Whitecraig
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. There’s no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Chips rust quickly on steel, particularly by the plughole, so repair chips early.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Whitecraig
For anyone letting property in or around Whitecraig, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Hospitality businesses cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.
Places near Whitecraig
Other services in Whitecraig
Keeping it looking good
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
Look after the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Keep scouring pads and gritty cleaners away from it.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. Left for months, a small chip can grow into a large rust patch, so early repair keeps the cost down.
Where we work around Whitecraig
Whitecraig is about 2 miles south-east of Musselburgh, in East Lothian. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. We work in 48 places in East Lothian, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 7 miles away.
We work across EH21 and the streets around it. Local streets include Whitecraig Crescent, Whitecraig Terrace and Whitecraig Gardens East. Neighbouring places we cover include Carberry (1 mile south-east), Old Craighall (1 mile west), Inveresk (1 mile north), Wallyford (1 mile north-east) and Musselburgh (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Haddington (10 miles east), Tranent (4 miles north-east), North Berwick (15 miles north-east), Prestonpans (3 miles north-east), Cockenzie and Port Seton (5 miles north-east) and Longniddry (7 miles north-east).
Around Whitecraig
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Whitecraig and Loretto School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Wallyford station, about 1.6 miles north-east. A little further out are Musselburgh Doll Museum (1.6 miles north-west) and Midlothian Community Hospital (3.5 miles south-west). Not far away are Whinny Hill and Duddingston Loch.
Repair or replace: which is better?
People often assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. Usually it doesn’t: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. 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 Whitecraig
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Fixed prices from your photos
- No extra charge for your area
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
See our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
The process
Here’s how a visit generally runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, do the job and tidy away. Allow a few hours from start to finish. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and how to care for it.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Get a quote
There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
Related advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
