Warwickshire · England

Bath chip & crack repair in Willoughby, Warwickshire

Problem with your bath in Willoughby? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Rusty patches near the plughole
  • An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair near Willoughby

Bath repair in Willoughby without replacing anything

Most bath damage, from chips and cracks to rust spots and holes, is repaired in place. There is no plumbing to disconnect, your tiles stay as they are, and the finish is matched to the rest of the bath. We regularly repair cast iron enamel, roll-top & freestanding and acrylic, and the jobs we see most are a chipped rim or side and cracks in an acrylic bath.

All our work comes with our one-year guarantee.

Location
Willoughby (CV23)
County
Warwickshire
Guarantee
One year on every repair
Price
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: a chipped, rust-stained bath around the plughole

Willoughby and nearby

Willoughby is about 4 miles north-west of Daventry, in Warwickshire. Whether you are in the middle of Willoughby or on the outskirts, the service is the same: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We work in all 324 towns and villages in Warwickshire. Our jobs stretch from Willoughby to Birmingham (30 miles away).

We cover every part of CV23. From Main Street, Lower Street and Brooks Close or a nearby road, we can come to you. Close by, we cover Woolscott (1 mile west), Barby (2 miles north-east), Toft (3 miles north-west), Dunchurch (3 miles north-west) and Hillmorton (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Rugby (5 miles north), Warwick (14 miles west), Royal Leamington Spa (12 miles west), Leamington Spa (12 miles west), Kenilworth (14 miles west) and Southam (7 miles south-west).

Landmarks near Willoughby

Around Willoughby, we work in homes near The Rose Public House and Church of St Nicholas, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Hospital of St. Cross (4.3 miles north). Not far away are Hensborough Hill.

Map of Willoughby © OpenStreetMap contributors

Should I try a DIY kit first?

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.

What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.

What we are called out for in Willoughby

Rust usually starts where water sits, by the plughole, beneath dripping taps or in an unrepaired chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
  • Impact holes in acrylic
  • Damage beneath the taps
  • Chips caused by builders

What your quote should include

  • How the colour is matched
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • How changes to the job are handled
  • What aftercare is recommended

Choosing a repair company

Looking after it afterwards

Aftercare is simple:

  • Rinse it down after each bath
  • Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
  • Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
  • Cover the bath during DIY or decorating

Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before using the bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.

Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, to keep water out. Take it off before we arrive.

How the visit works

On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we’ll take it from there. The job generally runs to a morning or an afternoon.

  1. We protect the bath and the floor around it.
  2. We clean, key and degrease the damage.
  3. Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
  4. We match both the colour and the shine.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, normally the day after.

Before we arrive

  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive

Get a quote

Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.

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Related advice

Repairs by material

Composite and resin

Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.

Cast iron

Cast iron is heavy and rigid, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, so it’s always worth repairing.

What affects the price in Willoughby

Repairs from £95. There’s no area surcharge for Willoughby. The price reflects:

  • How hard the colour is to match
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • How many items we do on one visit

Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.

How to get a fixed price

Before you send photos, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • Details of any past repairs
  • One picture of the entire bath
  • Any details about the material
  • Where you are, by postcode

If you are in Willoughby and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

What a repair can’t fix

A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:

  • Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
  • A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
  • A steel bath rusted through

If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before you book.

Materials we work on in Willoughby

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

Why repair rather than replace?

Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: the tiles sitting on the rim tend to break, the panel may not fit the new one, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

Why us?

  • Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • One price list for the whole UK
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • A fixed quote before booking

Take a look at our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

FAQs for Willoughby

Do you come to Willoughby?

Yes, we do. We send a technician to Willoughby for every job, with no extra charge for travel.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

You’ll get a fixed quote back, plus dates. There’s no obligation to book.

Can you redo an old repair?

Regularly. The old material comes out, any rust is treated, then we repair it properly.

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.

Do you repair coloured baths?

Yes, we match coloured baths too. The colour is tinted by hand on the day.

Can pets and children be at home?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair isn’t disturbed while it cures.

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.

Do I have to be there?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.

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