Blaenau Gwent · Wales

Bath and surface repairs in NP23

We travel to every part of the NP23 postcode district, including Ebbw Vale, Badminton and Beaufort. All work is done at your home, with a one-year guarantee.

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What we do in NP23

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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About bath repair in NP23

Bath repair is our most common job. Chips on the rim, rust around the waste and cracks in acrylic are all fixed without removing the bath, normally in one visit. We work on acrylic, cast iron enamel and pressed steel enamel, and common reasons people contact us are chips along the edge of the bath and a kit repair that didn’t last.

On the day, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job generally takes two to three hours for most chips. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.

We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
We leave it to cure; you can usually use the bath the next day.

What it costs in NP23

Prices start from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.

Why choose Surface Doctor

One-year guarantee on every repair
CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
One price list for the whole UK
Colour mixed on the day to match

Getting a price

There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.

Near you in Ebbw Vale

We visit homes around Willowtown Primary School, Glyncoed Comprehensive School and Market Hall Cinema, among other places. Nearby too are Beaufort Arms (under half a mile north-east) and Christ Church (0.9 miles south). For rail, the closest station is Ebbw Vale Town station, about 0.7 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Ebbw Vale Works Museum (0.6 miles south-east) and Ysbyty Aneurin Bevan (0.5 miles south-east). Not far away are Bryn-serth and Glyncoed Lake.

Why repair rather than replace?

Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: the tiles sitting on the rim tend to break, a new panel is often needed, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. A repair skips all of it.

What your quote should include

What preparation is included
Whether the price covers travel
The length of the guarantee and what it covers
Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT

When a repair isn’t the answer

A repair isn’t always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. Repairs won’t solve:

Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed

DIY repairs versus a professional job

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.

What affects the price in NP23

Repairs from £95. There’s no area surcharge for NP23. What changes the price is:

Doing more than one item at once
What the surface is made of
Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Unusual colours or finishes

A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.

How to get a fixed quote

Two or three clear pictures are generally enough. It helps if you send:

A wider photo showing the whole bath
Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
Your postcode, so we can check dates
The material, if you know it

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, include your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

Aftercare tips

So the finish stays in good condition for years:

Give the bath a quick rinse after use
A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
Do not scrub with anything abrasive
Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning

A repaired bath needs no special treatment. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners and rinse after use.

If an acrylic bath has a crack, stop showering in it until it’s repaired. Every use opens the crack a little more, and it can start to leak underneath.

Questions from NP23

What about rust by the waste?

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

Can pets and children be at home?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Of course, and it typically saves money. Just add the extra items to your pictures and we’ll quote them together.

Do the materials smell?

There can be some smell while we work. It fades as everything cures.

Do I need to be at home?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.

I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?

Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Mention it when you send pictures.

Will I be able to see the repair?

On a bath in good condition, a colour matched repair is very hard to spot. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.

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