Argyll and Bute · Scotland

Bath chip & crack repair in Whitehouse, Argyll and Bute

Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for householders, landlords and businesses in Whitehouse. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Rust spots around the plughole
  • A cracked acrylic bath
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath repair in Whitehouse

What bath repair costs

Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:

  • How many areas need work
  • What kind of damage it is
  • The material and finish
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off

The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book, with nothing added on the day.

How to get a fixed price

When you take your photos, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • Natural light rather than flash
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • A wider photo showing the whole bath

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.

Bath repair at your home in Whitehouse

Most bath damage, from chips and cracks to rust spots and holes, can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. Nothing is unplumbed, your tiles stay as they are, and the finish is matched to the rest of the bath. Common call-outs are for snagging damage from a refit and a chipped rim or side, in acrylic, cast iron enamel and whirlpool & spa baths.

Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before booking.

Area
Whitehouse (PA29)
County
Argyll and Bute
Guarantee
One year on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Rusty chip next to a bath plughole, before and after repair

Aftercare tips

Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:

  • Rinse it down after each bath
  • Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
  • A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
  • Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath

A repaired bath needs no special treatment, beyond gentle cleaning. Skip bleach and gritty creams.

Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.

What your bath is made of matters

Cast iron

Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.

The process

When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job generally takes two to three hours for most chips. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
  3. We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
  4. We match both the colour and the shine.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the day after.

Preparing for the visit

  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings

Ask for a price

Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There is no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.

Get a free quote

Advice

When we would advise against a repair

In fairness, some problems need a different fix:

  • Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
  • Metal that has corroded all the way through
  • Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath

If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.

Materials we work on in Whitehouse

  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Acrylic
  • Cast iron enamel
  • Whirlpool & spa baths

Repairing versus replacing in Whitehouse

Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: they’re very heavy to remove, especially upstairs, and a like-for-like replacement can be expensive. A repair keeps it in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

Why book with us

  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • One price list for the whole UK
  • A fixed quote before you book
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited

Read our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

Common questions in Whitehouse

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

How quickly can you book me in?

Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.

Will you leave a mess?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.

Do the materials smell?

Expect a mild smell while we are working.

Are you a vetted contractor?

We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes. Doing several items on one visit typically costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

You get a fixed price and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.

How invisible is a bath repair?

We aim for a repair you can’t easily find. How well it disappears depends on the condition of the rest of the bath.

For landlords and businesses

Rental properties take more wear, 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.

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Whitehouse as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it typically costs far less than a refit.

DIY kit or professional repair?

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

About Whitehouse

Whitehouse (Gaelic: Glac a' Mhuilinn) is about 29 miles west of Saltcoats, in Argyll and Bute. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Whitehouse is one of 118 towns and villages in Argyll and Bute we cover. Our jobs stretch from Whitehouse to Glasgow (47 miles away).

Jobs in PA29 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Whitehouse include Clachan (5 miles south-west), An Tairbeart (5 miles north-east), Lochranza (10 miles south-east), Pirnmill (11 miles south) and Kames (11 miles north-east). For island and remote addresses, call first so we can plan the visit.

Around Whitehouse

Well-known places in the area include Loup House (4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Whitehouse include Lochan Liath and Cruach na Caol-bheinn.

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