Leicester · England

Bath Repair for Wigston Fields homes

Fixed-price bath repair in Wigston Fields and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips along the edge of the bath
  • Snagging damage from a refit
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair near Wigston Fields

Bath repair in Wigston Fields, done in place

We repair enamelled steel, cast iron and acrylic baths. The method changes with the material: metal baths need any rust dealt with first, and acrylic cracks need support from behind. Our technicians work on cast iron enamel, acrylic and pressed steel enamel, and the jobs we see most are a chipped rim or side and an old repair that has yellowed or come loose.

We guarantee the work for a year. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.

Area
Wigston Fields (LE18, LE2, LE87)
Area hub
Leicester
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: a chipped, rust-stained bath around the plughole

Covering Wigston Fields

Wigston Fields is about 1 mile north-west of Wigston, in Leicester. Book a date that suits you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. Wigston Fields is one of 35 places in Leicester we cover. We work right across the region, from Wigston Fields to Birmingham (about 34 miles away).

All of LE18, LE2 and LE87 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes on West Avenue, Repton Road and Exeter Road and the roads around them. Nearby, we also work in Wigston (1 mile south-east), South Wigston (1 mile south-west), Kilby Bridge (2 miles south), Glen Parva (2 miles west) and Blaby (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Leicester (3 miles north), Braunstone Town (3 miles north-west), St Matthew's (3 miles north), Spinney Hills (3 miles north), Leicester Forest East (5 miles north-west) and Belgrave (4 miles north).

Local landmarks in Wigston Fields

In Wigston Fields, that means homes near The Star and Garter pub, Church of St Wistan and Birkett House School, among other places. Also close by are Water Leys Primary School (within half a mile north-west), Abington Academy (0.7 miles south) and Knighton Spinney (0.8 miles north-east). The nearest railway station is South Wigston station, about 1 mile south-west. A little further out are Wigston Framework Knitters Museum (0.6 miles south) and Fosse Shopping Park (2.6 miles west).

Map of Wigston Fields © OpenStreetMap contributors

Repairs by material

Cast iron

Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is what we repair.

Acrylic

An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They don’t rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £95. We give every job a fixed quote from pictures. This is what makes a difference:

  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • The material
  • What kind of damage it is
  • The size and number of damaged areas

Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.

Send pictures for a quote

You can usually get a fixed price without us visiting. To help us price it:

  • Details of any past repairs
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • One picture of the entire bath

Send us a picture of the damage and one of the entire item, with your LE18 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.

What we do, step by step

We work cleanly and quietly, so you can carry on at home. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes a few hours. At the end we talk you through how soon it can be used and how to look after it.

  1. First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
  2. Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
  3. The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
  4. Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
  5. Once it has cured, typically by the day after, the bath is ready to use.

How to prepare

  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before

Ask for a price

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath, we can price the job without visiting.

Get a free quote

Related advice

Wigston Fields questions

I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?

Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Mention it when you send photos.

Can you fix rust around the plughole?

Yes. We remove the rust and loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

In nearly every case. If pictures don’t show enough, we will ask for another angle.

Do you cover Wigston Fields?

Yes. We cover the entire UK and come to Wigston Fields. Send pictures and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

How do I book?

A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.

Is there a call-out fee?

There is no separate call-out charge. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders in Wigston Fields.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your photos and we will quote them together.

When we would advise against a repair

Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits too:

  • Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
  • Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
  • A steel bath rusted through

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.

Materials we work on in Wigston Fields

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

Common problems we fix in Wigston Fields

Rust typically starts where water sits, by the plughole, beneath dripping taps or in an unrepaired chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • A cracked acrylic bath
  • A kit repair that didn’t last
  • Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
  • Chips caused by builders

Comparing quotes

  • Who will actually do the work
  • How to care for the finish
  • How your room will be protected
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show

How to compare quotes

Aftercare tips

Once the work has cured, treat it gently:

  • Rinse it down after each bath
  • Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
  • Have new chips seen to early
  • A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early

Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Keep scouring pads and gritty cleaners away from it.

Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, to keep water out. Remove it before the repair.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. 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.

Repairing versus replacing in Wigston Fields

Swapping a damaged bath for a new one typically means a plumber, removing the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and getting rid of the old bath. A repair fixes just the damaged area in one visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.

What you get with us

  • No need to remove anything
  • Same prices wherever you are
  • Colour-matched on site
  • Fixed prices from your photos

See our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

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