Edinburgh · Scotland
Bath Repair in Lauriston
We travel to Lauriston for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust spots where the enamel has gone
- Cracks and holes in acrylic baths
Why repair rather than replace?
Swapping a damaged bath for a new one normally involves a plumber, removing the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and getting rid of the old bath. Repairing it deals only with the damage in a single visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Lauriston
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- A fixed quote before you book
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Rooms protected and left tidy
See our pricing or bath cost comparison.
Bath repair in Lauriston without replacing anything
We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath. You can usually use the bath the next day. We work on pressed steel enamel, roll-top & freestanding and whirlpool & spa baths, and people most often call us about scratches and burns and chips from dropped bottles, tiles or tools.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do. Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust sets in.
- Area
- Lauriston (EH3, EH1, EH8)
- County
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 22 October 2026
Lauriston and the surrounding area
Lauriston is about 1 miles east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Our technicians come to customers in Lauriston and nearby villages, so there’s no workshop to go to. Lauriston is one of 175 towns and villages in Edinburgh where we work.
We cover every part of EH3, EH1 and EH8. We regularly work on streets such as Lothian Road, Forrest Road and Lister Square and the roads around them. Lauriston is on the A700, which makes it straightforward to reach. Nearby, we also work in Old Town (1 mile north-east), Marchmont (1 mile south), Buccleuch (1 mile east), Sciennes (1 mile south-east) and Holyrood (1 mile north-east).
Near you in Lauriston
Around Lauriston, we work in homes near Tollcross Primary School, Edinburgh School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture and James Gillespie's High School. Lauriston’s nearest station is Edinburgh Waverley station, about 0.5 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Edinburgh Dental Institute (less than half a mile south) and Waverley Mall (0.6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include The New Leaf Co-op and Salisbury Crags.
Honest limits
In fairness, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we work on
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
Common questions in Lauriston
Do you cover Lauriston?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Lauriston. Send photos and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Can landlords and businesses in Lauriston book you?
Yes. We work for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes. We remove the rust and loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
How much does bath repair cost in Lauriston?
Repairs from £95. We give a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up and a photo of the whole item and your postcode, and we’ll reply with the price.
Will you leave a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and clean up before we leave.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Usually, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
How it works
When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job usually takes a few hours. We tidy up before we leave and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
- Once it has cured, usually by the next day, the bath is ready to use.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
How to get a price
To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll say straight away whether it can be repaired.
Advice
Other services in Lauriston
When to call us in Lauriston
Nearly all the chips we see comes from something dropped: a shampoo bottle, a shower head, a tile or a tool during a refit. On enamelled baths, a chip that reaches the metal will start to rust once water gets in. Acrylic baths tend to crack if they aren’t properly supported, usually near the taps or the waste.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Damage caused while the bathroom was being fitted
- Scratches and burns
- Rust spots where the enamel has gone
- Chips from dropped bottles, tiles or tools
Questions to ask before you book
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Aftercare advice
- How soon you can use it again
- How the room is protected while we work
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
