Coleraine · Northern Ireland

Bath and surface repairs in BT56

We travel to every part of the BT56 postcode district, which takes in Portrush. Everything is repaired in place, with a one-year guarantee.

Our bath repair service in BT56

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 and the tiles around it. Most baths can be used again the following day. Our repair technicians work on cast iron enamel, acrylic and whirlpool & spa baths, and people most frequently call us about a kit repair that didn’t last and chips along the edge of the bath.

We begin by going over the job with you. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and we start. You can expect it to take two to three hours for most chips.

  1. Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
  2. We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
  3. Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
  4. We match both the colour and the shine.
  5. We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the day after.

Pricing in BT56

Prices start from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.

What you get with us

  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
  • Everything repaired in place
  • Fixed prices from your photos
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish

Getting a price

Most customers in BT56 get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.

Local landmarks in Portrush

Typical jobs here are in homes near St Patrick's RC Church and Portrush Primary School. Further afield, we also cover the area around Causeway Hospital (5.2 miles south) and Dunluce Castle (2.9 miles east).

Honest limits

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
  • Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
  • A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed

Common problems we fix in BT56

Most bath damage comes from something dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, any chip down to the metal will start to rust.

People normally call us after spotting one of these:

  • A hole punched through by something heavy
  • Rusty patches near the plughole
  • Scuffs and scratches in the surface
  • Chips along the edge of the bath

Aftercare tips

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
  • Do not leave a fresh chip for long
  • Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
  • Give the bath a quick rinse after use

Leave the repair to cure for as long as we say before running a bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.

If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath. Water under the bath can damage the floor and the ceiling below.

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 a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.

Pressed steel

Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.

What bath repair costs

Prices start from £95. You won’t pay by the hour. The price is based on:

  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • How many areas need work
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • The material

Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.

Quotes from your photos

Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To help us price it:

  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings

Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. Quotes are free and no obligation.

Questions from BT56

Which areas do you work in?

We cover the entire UK, including BT56 and the rest of Coleraine. Send your postcode with your pictures and we will confirm dates.

Does someone need to be in?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.

Are there extra charges for BT56?

Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before.

What do you need from me?

Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, access to the room.

Are you a vetted contractor?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

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