Staffordshire · England
Bath and surface repairs in ST3
Bath, tray, sink and worktop repairs across ST3, from Longton, Dresden and Adderley Green. Fixed prices from photos and a one-year guarantee.
Towns and villages in ST3
- Longton
- Dresden
- Adderley Green
- Meir
- Weston Coyney
- Lightwood
- Blurton
- Normacot
- Florence
- Meir Heath
- Stoke-on-Trent
- Fenton
- Heron Cross
- Cliffe Vale
Services in ST3
- Wood & laminate floor repair
- Shower tray repair & resurfacing
- Toilet & ceramic chip repair
- Bath & shower resealing (mastic)
- Coloured suite to white
- uPVC window & door repair
- Kitchen sink & door repair
- Sink & basin repair
- Non-slip bath & shower coating
- Every service
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 ST3
A repair fixes just the damaged area and blends it into the rest of the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. Most baths can be used again the day after. Common call-outs are for chips under the taps and chips along the edge of the bath, on pressed steel enamel, acrylic and whirlpool & spa baths.
We begin by going over the job with you. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. You can expect it to take a few hours, depending on the damage.
- 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.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Cost
Our bath repair starts from £95. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- Work done at your home or business
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- A fixed quote before booking
Ask for a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath, we can price the job without visiting.
Near you in Longton
In Longton, that means homes near St Thomas More Catholic Academy, Church of St James and St Gregory's Catholic Academy. There is a railway station in Longton itself: Longton station. A little further out are North Staffordshire Royal Infirmary (3 miles north-west) and Gladstone Pottery Museum (less than half a mile south-east). For a walk, there’s Hem Heath Woods.
Aftercare tips
Aftercare is simple:
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
There’s nothing special to do after a repair. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners.
Until we visit, a strip of waterproof tape over the damage helps, so water cannot get in. Take it off before we arrive.
What affects the price in ST3
Prices start from £95. You will know the full cost before you book. We take into account:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- How many areas need work
- How easy the damage is to reach
- What kind of damage it is
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.
Quotes from your photos
Two or three clear photos are generally enough. Try to include:
- Any details about the material
- Natural light rather than flash
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Details of any past repairs
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.
How the damage happens
Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else. Fittings cause damage too: water sits around them, and any chip there soon rusts.
Most people contact us after spotting something like this:
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- Rust spots around the plughole
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- A chip where the taps sit
Honest limits
To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
Should I try a DIY kit first?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
ST3: your questions answered
How long does the repair take to cure?
Most baths can be used the following day. We’ll tell you the exact curing time when we finish.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes, very often. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Generally, yes, if we can reach behind it. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
Often, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a photo.
What happens after I send pictures?
We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
