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Bath and surface repairs in S17
Repairs and resurfacing across S17, covering Totley Brook, Dore and Totley. Fixed prices from photos and a one-year guarantee.
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Our services across S17
- Sink & basin repair
- Coloured suite to white
- uPVC window & door repair
- Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing
- Toilet & ceramic chip repair
- Kitchen sink & door repair
- Non-slip bath & shower coating
- Tile repair
- Shower tray repair & resurfacing
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Our bath repair service in S17
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. All of it is repaired where the bath stands. We’re frequently asked to fix rust spots around the plughole and damage done while the bathroom was being fitted, in cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and roll-top & freestanding.
There’s not much you need to do on the day. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will get on with it. Most visits take two to three hours for most chips.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, normally the following day.
What it costs in S17
Our bath repair starts 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
- Same prices wherever you are
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- We leave the room as we found it
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We will say immediately if a repair is the right fix.
Local landmarks in Totley Brook
Our customers here include homes close to Whinfell Quarry Garden, Old Mother Redcap pub and Christ Church, among other places. Nearby too are King Ecgbert School (within half a mile south-west) and Dore Primary School (within half a mile north). Totley Brook’s nearest station is Dore & Totley station, about 1 mile north-east. Nearby you will also find Ecclesall Bierlow (2.9 miles north-east) and Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet (1.3 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Totley Moor and Blacka Moor Nature Reserve.
How to care for the repair
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust sets in.
Don’t leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
When we would advise against a repair
We will not take on work that won’t last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
Common problems we fix in S17
Damage during fitting is very common. Tools, tiles and fittings get dropped into the bath, and the damage isn’t always spotted until later. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Snagging damage from a refit
- A chipped rim or side
Why repair rather than replace?
People often assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. In most cases it does not: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it.
What your quote should include
- How the room is protected while they work
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Whether they match the colour on site
- Whether the price covers travel
Work for landlords and builders
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
S17: your questions answered
Will the repair show?
On a bath in good condition, a colour matched repair is very hard to spot. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
How soon can you come?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send pictures with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Do you cover the whole of Sheffield?
Everywhere in the UK, S17 included. Travel is included in the price.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Is there any odour?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Normally, yes, if we can reach behind it. We back the hole, fill it and refinish the surface.
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