Wigan · England
Bath and surface repairs in WN5
Our technicians cover all of the WN5 postcode district, including Orrell, Pemberton and Newtown. Everything is repaired in place, with a one-year guarantee.
Towns and villages in WN5
- Orrell
- Pemberton
- Newtown
- Kitt Green
- Higher End
- Billinge
- Marsh Green
- Longshaw
- Brownlow
- Windy Arbour
- Gathurst
- Wigan
- Goose Green
- Winstanley
- Beech Hill
- Carr Mill
- Poolstock
What we do in WN5
- uPVC window & door repair
- Sink & basin repair
- Bath chip & crack repair
- Non-slip bath & shower coating
- Tile repair
- Shower tray repair & resurfacing
- Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing
- Kitchen sink & door repair
- Toilet & ceramic chip repair
- All services
Send a photo and your postcode for a free, fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
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Bath repair across WN5: what to expect
We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which is far cheaper than replacing a fitted bath. You can generally use the bath the next day. Common call-outs are for damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and holes from dropped items, on roll-top & freestanding, acrylic and whirlpool & spa baths.
We turn up at the time we agreed with you, introduces themselves and checks the damage against your photos first. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before we open a single tin. Most visits take a few hours, and we leave the room as we found it.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, 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 next day.
What it costs in WN5
Our bath repair starts from £95. Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it.
Why choose Surface Doctor
- No extra charge for your area
- Colour-matched on site
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Ask for a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.
Landmarks near Orrell
Typical jobs here are in homes near St John Rigby College, St Luke's Church and Orrell Holgate Academy, among other places. Other local landmarks include The Mount pub (within half a mile north-east), Laithwaite Park (1.9 miles east) and St Peter's Catholic High School (less than half a mile north). There is a railway station in Orrell itself: Orrell station. Well-known places in the area include Billinge Hospital (1.2 miles south) and The Galleries (3 miles east). For a walk, there is Billinge Hill.
Repair or replace?
A new bath costs more than the bath itself: taking out the old one, plumbing, tiling, a panel and redecorating. With a repair, it’s one visit and one price.
What your quote should include
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- How the colour is matched
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether a trained technician does the job
Common problems we fix in WN5
Heavy toiletries are the biggest single cause of chips, closely followed by shower heads. Fittings cause damage too: water collects there, so chips nearby rust quickly.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- Damage beneath the taps
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Rust by the waste and overflow
Aftercare tips
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Have new chips seen to early
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Store metal items away from the bath
Do not leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, because they can mark the enamel. And fix dripping taps promptly.
Until we visit, a strip of waterproof tape over the damage helps, so water cannot get in. Take it off before we arrive.
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. There is no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is what we repair.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- Access to the area
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How many areas need work
- What kind of damage it is
A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Send pictures for a quote
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, include your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
Common questions in WN5
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
Will there be a smell?
There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It fades as everything cures.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Usually, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
Are you accredited?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.

