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Bath chip & crack repair in Wirksworth, Derbyshire

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

  • Repairs from £95
  • An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
  • Chips caused by builders
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair near Wirksworth

Bath repair in Wirksworth, done in place

A repair fixes just the damaged area and blends it into the rest of the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath. Most baths can be used again the day after. Our repair technicians work on roll-top & freestanding, cast iron enamel and pressed steel enamel, and the jobs we see most are scuffs and scratches in the surface and a hole punched through by something heavy.

All our work comes with a one-year guarantee.

Where
Wirksworth (DE4)
Region
Derbyshire
Cover
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 damaged acrylic bath corner repaired in place

What happens on the day

We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours, and we will tell you if anything changes.

  1. We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
  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. We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
  5. We leave it to cure; you can normally use the bath the day after.

Before we arrive

  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Let us know about parking or access

How to get a price

You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.

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What your bath is made of matters

Pressed steel

Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.

Composite and resin

Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, just like other baths.

For landlords and businesses

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

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip.

Repairing versus replacing in Wirksworth

Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: they’re very heavy to remove, especially upstairs, and replacing like for like isn’t cheap. A repair keeps it in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.

Why book with us

  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor

See our prices page or bath cost comparison.

Wirksworth and nearby

Wirksworth is about 6 miles north-west of Belper, in Derbyshire. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Wirksworth is one of 532 towns and villages in Derbyshire where we work. Our jobs stretch from Wirksworth to Manchester (38 miles away).

Jobs in DE4 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as Warmbrook, Nether Gardens and Foggs Entry. Main roads around Wirksworth include the B5023 and B5035, which makes travel easy. We also travel to Breamfield (1 mile south-east), Bolehill (1 mile north-east), Shottle (3 miles south-east), Idridgehay (3 miles south) and Ireton Wood (4 miles south). Further out, we also cover Chesterfield (12 miles north-east), Ilkeston (13 miles south-east), Belper (6 miles south-east), Heanor (10 miles south-east), Ripley (7 miles east) and Staveley (15 miles north-east).

Near you in Wirksworth

In Wirksworth, that means homes near Wirksworth CofE Infant School, St Mary's Church and Anthony Gell School, among other places. Nearby too are Alderwasley Hall Sixth Form Centre (1.4 miles south) and Hope and Anchor pub (under half a mile north). Wirksworth’s nearest station is Cromford station, about 2.5 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include National Stone Centre (0.9 miles north) and Whitworth Hospital (4.9 miles north). Open spaces near Wirksworth include Alport Height and Wyver Lane Nature Reserve.

Map of Wirksworth © OpenStreetMap contributors

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £95. There’s no charge for travel to Wirksworth. The price comes down to:

  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • What the surface is made of
  • The colour and finish to match

Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Wirksworth. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Getting a price from photos

You can take the photos on your phone, there’s no need for anything special. Just make sure we can see:

  • Something in shot to show the size
  • A photo taken from further back
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Any details about the material

No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.

When to call us in Wirksworth

A cracked acrylic bath typically wasn’t supported properly. Legs that aren’t adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the bath move until it cracks.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • A chip where the taps sit
  • Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
  • Rust spots around the plughole
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic

What your quote should include

  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges

Our hiring checklist

Aftercare tips

Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:

  • Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
  • Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
  • Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas

Care for the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.

Small chips are quick to repair. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.

Wirksworth questions

Can tenants book a repair?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just ensure the landlord agrees.

Will I be able to see the 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, and we will tell you what to expect.

What does bath repair cost?

Prices start from £95. Every job gets a fixed quote from your pictures. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your DE4 postcode.

What about rust by the waste?

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

Is my repair covered?

Yes: twelve months. If there’s a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.

Can you repair a hole in a bath?

Generally. Send us a photo of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Yes, almost always. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.

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

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

Should I try a DIY kit first?

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.

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