Scottish Borders · Scotland
Bath and surface repairs in TD3
Based in TD3? We cover Gordon and Westruther and every street in between, repairing in place.
Areas within TD3
What we do in TD3
- Sink & basin repair
- Worktop repair
- Wood & laminate floor repair
- Kitchen sink & door repair
- Non-slip bath & shower coating
- Tile repair
- uPVC window & door repair
- Toilet & ceramic chip repair
- Bath chip & crack repair
- All services
Send a photo and your postcode for a free, fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Neighbouring districts
Across Scottish Borders
Towns and villages in Scottish Borders
Every area we cover
How bath repair works in TD3
It pays to repair bath damage while it’s small. On steel and cast iron, exposed metal starts to rust, while cracks in acrylic grow each time the bath moves. Repairing it stops the damage getting worse. We’re frequently asked to fix chips along the edge of the bath and damage beneath the taps, across roll-top & freestanding, acrylic and cast iron enamel.
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can carry on at home. We protect the area first, then the work takes two to three hours for most chips. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Pricing in TD3
Prices start from £95. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for TD3. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Work done at your home or business
- Same prices wherever you are
- Rooms protected and left tidy
Ask for a price
Upload a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you are in TD3, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Around Gordon
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to East Church. Other landmarks nearby include Mellerstain House (2.5 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Gordon Moss and Brotherstone Hill.
Landlord and trade work in TD3
If you manage property in TD3, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we will come back with a combined price.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Repair or replace?
Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. Normally it does not: a proper repair gives it years more use, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement.
Comparing quotes
- What prep work is covered
- What aftercare is recommended
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether the price covers travel
Different materials, different repairs
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Chips rust quickly on steel, particularly by the plughole, so repair chips early.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. There’s no area surcharge for TD3. What changes the price is:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- How hard the colour is to match
- Doing more than one item at once
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Quotes from your photos
Two or three clear pictures are typically enough. Try to include:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Details of any past repairs
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Where you are, by postcode
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We will say immediately whether it can be repaired.
How the damage happens
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: bottles, shower heads and razors are dropped every day, and taps and wastes are tightened against the surface. Over time, chips and rust spots are almost inevitable.
Clients usually contact us about:
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Snagging damage from a refit
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- Rusty patches near the plughole
Common questions in TD3
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Yes, we do this frequently. The old material comes out, any rust is treated, then we repair it properly.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Normally by the following day, though it depends on what we have done.
How invisible is a bath 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.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Will it make a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
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