Peterborough · England
Bath and surface repairs in PE3
Live in PE3? We cover Westwood, Bretton and Longthorpe and the rest of the district, with everything repaired at your home.
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What we do in PE3
- Bath chip & crack repair
- Tile repair
- Bath & shower resealing (mastic)
- Wood & laminate floor repair
- Kitchen sink & door repair
- Non-slip bath & shower coating
- uPVC window & door repair
- Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing
- Coloured suite to white
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Send us photos of the damage with your postcode for a free, fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
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About bath repair in PE3
It pays to repair bath damage while it’s small. Exposed metal on enamelled baths soon rusts, while cracks in acrylic grow each time the bath moves. A repair stops both. Common call-outs are for a hole punched through by something heavy and rusty patches near the plughole, in roll-top & freestanding, acrylic and pressed steel enamel.
From the moment we arrive, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes two to three hours for most chips, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
What it costs in PE3
Our bath repair starts from £95. The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- No extra charge for your area
Ask for a price
Send us pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, with your PE3 postcode, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
Near you in Westwood
Around Westwood, we work in homes near Highlees Primary School, Iqra Academy and Grimeshaw Wood and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Jack Hunt School (0.6 miles south-west) and St. Jude's (less than half a mile south). The closest station to Westwood is Peterborough station, roughly 1.1 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Peterborough Castle (1.5 miles south-east) and Edith Cavell Healthcare Campus (less than half a mile west). For a walk, there’s Thorpe Wood and Orton Mere.
How to care for the repair
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
- Don’t scrub with anything abrasive
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Deal with new chips early, before rust can start.
A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
When we would advise against a repair
A repair isn’t right for every job, for example:
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
Different materials, different repairs
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.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that’s the part we put right.
Work for landlords and builders
Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in PE3 as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
Signs you need bath repair
Damage during fitting is very common. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, and the damage is not always spotted until later. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.
If you can see any of these, send us a photo:
- A chip where the taps sit
- Chips on the rim or sides
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Holes from dropped items
Your questions about bath repair in PE3
Will the repair last?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps it last.
Can you redo an old repair?
Regularly. The old material comes out, any rust is treated, then we repair it properly.
Is there any odour?
Expect a mild smell while we are working that clears as it cures.
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes, we match coloured baths too. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
When can I have a bath again?
Most baths can be used the next day. We confirm the time before we leave.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
