County Durham · England
Bath and surface repairs in TS28
Our technicians cover all of the TS28 postcode district, including Wingate and Station Town. Everything is repaired in place, with a one-year guarantee.
Where we work in TS28
Our services across TS28
- Bath & shower resealing (mastic)
- Coloured suite to white
- Tile repair
- Kitchen sink & door repair
- Toilet & ceramic chip repair
- uPVC window & door repair
- Shower tray repair & resurfacing
- Wood & laminate floor repair
- Bath chip & crack repair
- All services
Send a photo and your postcode for a free, fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
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Our bath repair service in TS28
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. Repairing it stops the damage getting worse. We regularly repair roll-top & freestanding, cast iron enamel and acrylic, and common reasons people contact us are impact holes in acrylic and damage done while the bathroom was being fitted.
On the day, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job typically takes a few hours. We clean up when we are done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- 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 clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the following day.
Pricing in TS28
Prices start from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- No extra charge for your area
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
Get a quote
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Around Wingate
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Wellfield School, Wingate Primary School and Church of the Holy Trinity, among other places. The closest station to Wingate is Horden station, about 3.4 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Peterlee Community Hospital (2.2 miles north-east) and Castle Eden (1.7 miles east).
Repairing versus replacing
For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It costs far less than a new bath plus fitting, it’s done in one visit, and the bathroom stays exactly as it is.
Comparing quotes
- How the colour is matched
- How changes to the job are handled
- How the room is protected while they work
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The material and finish
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The size and number of damaged areas
Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Quotes from your pictures
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- Any details about the material
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A photo taken from further back
If you are in TS28 and want a price, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
For landlords and businesses
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in County Durham and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
How the damage happens
Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else. Taps and wastes cause problems too: water collects there, so chips nearby rust quickly.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- A chipped rim or side
- A chip where the taps sit
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Rust spots around the plughole
How to look after the repair
How the surface is treated afterwards matters:
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Have new chips seen to early
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft cloth. Keep scouring pads and gritty cleaners away from it.
Do not leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
TS28: your questions answered
Do the materials smell?
There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It fades as everything cures.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Can pets and children be at home?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Will the price change on the day?
Your quote covers the damage in the photos. If there is more, we’ll tell you before starting.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
What happens after I send photos?
We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
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