Cumbria · England
Bath and surface repairs in CA9
Bath, tray, sink and worktop repairs across CA9, from Alston and Leadgate. Fixed prices from photos and a one-year guarantee.
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Our services across CA9
- Toilet & ceramic chip repair
- Sink & basin repair
- Kitchen sink & door repair
- Coloured suite to white
- Non-slip bath & shower coating
- Wood & laminate floor repair
- Shower tray repair & resurfacing
- uPVC window & door repair
- Worktop repair
- All services
Send us photos of the damage with your postcode and we’ll reply with a fixed price, or call 0345 017 0787.
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How bath repair works in CA9
A typical bath repair is a few hours’ work, and you can normally bathe again the next day. You will not need a plumber or tiler, because nothing is disconnected. Our technicians work on cast iron enamel, pressed steel enamel and acrylic, and common reasons people contact us are scratches you can feel with a fingernail and cracks in an acrylic bath.
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and start once you’re happy with the plan. It normally takes a few hours, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
What you will pay
Prices start from £95. 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 clients in CA9 choose us
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Fixed prices from your photos
Getting a price
Email us a picture of the damage and one of the entire item, with your CA9 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
What’s near Alston
Around Alston, we work in homes near Samuel King's School, Victoria Inn and Church of St Augustine. A little further out are The Hub Museum (under half a mile north-west) and Alston Community Hospital (under half a mile south-west).
Why repair rather than replace?
Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. In most cases it doesn’t: a proper repair gives it years more use, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it.
What your quote should include
- What happens if they find more damage
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- How soon you can use it again
- How your room will be protected
When a repair is not the answer
We’d rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- A steel bath rusted through
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
How the damage happens
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: everyday items get dropped into it all the time, and taps and wastes are tightened against the surface. Sooner or later, most baths pick up a chip.
People normally call us when they notice something like this:
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Chips caused by builders
- A chipped rim or side
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, just like other baths.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
How to care for the repair
Aftercare is simple:
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
Do not leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, because they can mark the enamel. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
Small chips are quick to repair. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so early repair saves time and money.
Your questions about bath repair in CA9
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
In most cases. We reinforce the crack from behind, then fill and refinish the front, so access behind the panel is important.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Is a bath repair permanent?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and ours come with a one-year guarantee. Gentle cleaning helps.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before and we’ll plan for it.
Can you quote from pictures?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
How long before I can use the bath?
Typically within a day, depending on the repair.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
