Leicester · England
Bath and surface repairs in LE1
Based in LE1? Our technicians cover St Matthew's, Newfoundpool and Clarendon Park and every street in between, repairing in place.
Areas within LE1
Repairs we offer in LE1
- Worktop repair
- Sink & basin repair
- uPVC window & door repair
- Wood & laminate floor repair
- Non-slip bath & shower coating
- Kitchen sink & door repair
- Toilet & ceramic chip repair
- Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing
- Bath chip & crack repair
- Every service
Send us photos of the damage with your postcode and we’ll reply with a fixed price, or call 0345 017 0787.
Neighbouring districts
Elsewhere in Leicester
Every town in Leicester
Every area we cover
Our bath repair service in LE1
We’ve repaired just about every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. Each is repaired in place. Common call-outs are for damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and scratches you can feel with a fingernail, in cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and pressed steel enamel.
Once we are through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes two to three hours for most chips, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
- The repair is left to cure, and most baths can be used the following day.
Cost
Prices start from £95. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why choose Surface Doctor
- Everything repaired in place
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- A year’s guarantee on all work
Getting a price
To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or ring us. We will say straight away whether it can be repaired.
What’s near St Matthew's
Our clients here include homes close to Alderman Newton's School, Market Tavern and Cossington Recreation Ground, among other places. Other local landmarks include St Matthew's Church (within half a mile north), Taylor Road Primary School (within half a mile north) and Moat Community College (0.6 miles south). For rail, the closest station is Leicester station, about 0.6 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Latimer (0.6 miles north-east) and William Carey Museum (0.6 miles south). Not far away are Sheet Hedges Wood.
What bath repair costs
Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- How many areas need work
- Access to the area
- The type of damage
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
How to get a fixed quote
Phone pictures are fine, there’s no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
We price from pictures so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.
Keeping it looking good
Aftercare is simple:
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
For the first few days, keep heavy bottles off the repaired spot. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine without abrasive products.
A small chip is a quick job. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
Landlord and trade work in LE1
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll arrange it.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
DIY kit or professional repair?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. 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.
Repairing versus replacing
Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. Typically it doesn’t: a proper repair gives it years more use, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How the colour is matched
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- Who will actually do the work
LE1 questions
Can you quote from photos?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Most of the time. Tell us what was done before.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Generally. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.
Do you come to LE1?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to LE1 and the rest of Leicester. Send photos and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Mention it when you send pictures.
How quickly can you book me in?
We will give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Which areas do you work in?
We work UK-wide, so LE1 is covered. Our prices are the same everywhere.
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