CRICKET BAT REPAIR
All-in-One Cricket Bat Repair
No matter what’s wrong with your cricket bat, we can fix it. From small cracks and quick touch-ups to full handle replacements and major restorations, our all-in-one service is designed to get your bat back to its best.
All repairs are completed in-house at our Brisbane workshop by experienced bat makers. You can either book and pay online, then send your bat in, or drop it off in person.
Repair options include:
- Handle replacements, reshapes, and adjustments
- Edge, face, and toe crack repairs
- Re-weighting and re-balancing
- Half or full clean ups
- Bat shape adjustments and refinishing
- Toe protection, bindings, facings, and stickers
- Knocking in and laser engraving
Every bat is finished match-ready, with its strength, balance, and performance restored.
THE IMPORTANT STUFF
HOW IT WORKS
- CHOOSE THE REPAIR OPTIONS – Select the services your bat needs from the list.
- GET YOUR BAT TO US – Either post it in or drop it off at our Brisbane workshop.
- WE COMPLEE THE REPAIRS – Our team of bat makers will carefully carry out the work.
- YOUR BAT IS RETURNED MATCH READY – You will be notified when it’s finished and on its way back.
Turnaround is usually 1–2 weeks. If you need it sooner, select our 'Jump the Queue' option for priority service.
SEND IN YOUR BAT
IF YOU’RE SENDING YOUR BAT BY POST, PLEASE FOLLOW THESE STEPS:
STEP 1 – PACKAGE YOUR BAT SECURELY
- Wrap it in bubble wrap or newspaper
- Use a sturdy box or mailing tube
- Remove any grips or accessories you’d like to keep
⚠️ DO NOT SEND YOUR BAT COVER. With over 100 repairs a month, bat covers often get misplaced or discarded. If you send one, we cannot guarantee it will be returned.
STEP 2 – INCLUDE YOUR DETAILS
Inside the package, make sure you include:
- Full name
- Return address
- Phone number
- Email address
- A note about what you’d like repaired (we may not remember phone calls)
STEP 3 – PAYMENT
Once your bat arrives, we’ll assess it, confirm the repairs, and email you an invoice with a secure payment link.
STEP 4 – SEND IT TO OUR WORKSHOP
Australia Post is usually the most reliable and cost-effective option. Always use tracked postage when sending your bat to us.
Address it to
Cooper Cricket
1 Axford Street, Northgate, Brisbane, QLD 4013, Australia
Phone: 07 3267 0936
STEP 5 – RETURN AND TRACKING
After repairs are complete, we’ll send your bat back with tracking details so you know exactly when it will arrive.
DROP OFF IN PERSON
STEP 1 – BRING YOUR BAT TO THE WORKSHOP
Cooper Cricket
1 Axford Street, Northgate, Brisbane, QLD 4013
Phone: 07 3267 0936
STEP 2 – VISIT DURING BUSINESS HOURS
Monday to Friday: 10 am – 5 pm
Saturday: 9 am – 2 pm
Sunday: 9 am – 2 pm
Closed on major public holidays
STEP 3 – DISCUSS YOUR REPAIR NEEDS AND PAYMENT
Talk to our team in person about the work required. You can choose to pay when you drop your bat off or when you collect it.
If you’d like your bat posted back, payment is required upon drop-off, and a postage fee will be applied.
STEP 4 – WE COMPLETE THE REPAIRS
Your bat will be repaired in our Brisbane workshop.
STEP 5 – COLLECT OR HAVE IT RETURNED
You can collect your bat once it’s finished, or we can ship it back to you with full tracking details.
⚠️DO NOT BRING OR LEAVE YOUR BAT COVER. With over 100 repairs a month, bat covers often get misplaced or discarded. If you bring one, we cannot guarantee it will be returned.
JUMP THE QUEUE
JUMP THE QUEUE SERVICE
Our standard turnaround time for repairs is 1–2 weeks. While we may complete repairs earlier, this cannot be guaranteed.
If you need your bat repaired sooner, you can select our Jump the Queue service for guaranteed faster turnaround:
- Same Day Service – $120 on top of the repair price*
- Next Day Service – $90 on top of the repair price*
- 3 Day Service – $60 on top of the repair price*
- 5 Day Service – $40 on top of the repair price*
*For same-day service, bats must be dropped off by 11 am on Day 1. Repairs require an additional 24 hours before use.
*All Jump the Queue services exclude delamination and any graft repairs.
- CHOOSE THE REPAIR OPTIONS – Select the services your bat needs from the list.
- GET YOUR BAT TO US – Either post it in or drop it off at our Brisbane workshop.
- WE COMPLEE THE REPAIRS – Our team of bat makers will carefully carry out the work.
- YOUR BAT IS RETURNED MATCH READY – You will be notified when it’s finished and on its way back.
Turnaround is usually 1–2 weeks. If you need it sooner, select our 'Jump the Queue' option for priority service.
IF YOU’RE SENDING YOUR BAT BY POST, PLEASE FOLLOW THESE STEPS:
STEP 1 – PACKAGE YOUR BAT SECURELY
- Wrap it in bubble wrap or newspaper
- Use a sturdy box or mailing tube
- Remove any grips or accessories you’d like to keep
⚠️ DO NOT SEND YOUR BAT COVER. With over 100 repairs a month, bat covers often get misplaced or discarded. If you send one, we cannot guarantee it will be returned.
STEP 2 – INCLUDE YOUR DETAILS
Inside the package, make sure you include:
- Full name
- Return address
- Phone number
- Email address
- A note about what you’d like repaired (we may not remember phone calls)
STEP 3 – PAYMENT
Once your bat arrives, we’ll assess it, confirm the repairs, and email you an invoice with a secure payment link.
STEP 4 – SEND IT TO OUR WORKSHOP
Australia Post is usually the most reliable and cost-effective option. Always use tracked postage when sending your bat to us.
Address it to
Cooper Cricket
1 Axford Street, Northgate, Brisbane, QLD 4013, Australia
Phone: 07 3267 0936
STEP 5 – RETURN AND TRACKING
After repairs are complete, we’ll send your bat back with tracking details so you know exactly when it will arrive.
STEP 1 – BRING YOUR BAT TO THE WORKSHOP
Cooper Cricket
1 Axford Street, Northgate, Brisbane, QLD 4013
Phone: 07 3267 0936
STEP 2 – VISIT DURING BUSINESS HOURS
Monday to Friday: 10 am – 5 pm
Saturday: 9 am – 2 pm
Sunday: 9 am – 2 pm
Closed on major public holidays
STEP 3 – DISCUSS YOUR REPAIR NEEDS AND PAYMENT
Talk to our team in person about the work required. You can choose to pay when you drop your bat off or when you collect it.
If you’d like your bat posted back, payment is required upon drop-off, and a postage fee will be applied.
STEP 4 – WE COMPLETE THE REPAIRS
Your bat will be repaired in our Brisbane workshop.
STEP 5 – COLLECT OR HAVE IT RETURNED
You can collect your bat once it’s finished, or we can ship it back to you with full tracking details.
⚠️DO NOT BRING OR LEAVE YOUR BAT COVER. With over 100 repairs a month, bat covers often get misplaced or discarded. If you bring one, we cannot guarantee it will be returned.
JUMP THE QUEUE SERVICE
Our standard turnaround time for repairs is 1–2 weeks. While we may complete repairs earlier, this cannot be guaranteed.
If you need your bat repaired sooner, you can select our Jump the Queue service for guaranteed faster turnaround:
- Same Day Service – $120 on top of the repair price*
- Next Day Service – $90 on top of the repair price*
- 3 Day Service – $60 on top of the repair price*
- 5 Day Service – $40 on top of the repair price*
*For same-day service, bats must be dropped off by 11 am on Day 1. Repairs require an additional 24 hours before use.
*All Jump the Queue services exclude delamination and any graft repairs.
FAQs
Here are the common questions we get asked 🙂
WHAT TYPES OF REPAIRS DO YOU OFFER?
We handle just about everything, rehandles, toe repairs, crack repairs, full cleans, facings, bindings, weight adjustments and more. If it can be saved, we’ll do it. If not, we’ll let you know before going ahead.
HOW DO I GET MY BAT TO YOU?
You can either drop it off in person or post it to us.
- WORKSHOP ADDRESS:
Cooper Cricket - 1 Axford Street, Northgate, Brisbane, QLD 4013
Phone: 07 3267 0936 - POSTAGE:
If you’re posting your bat, please package it securely and don’t send it in a bat cover, as we can’t guarantee covers will be returned. Return postage is a flat $20 anywhere in Australia.
WHO IS THE BEST SERVICE TO POST MY BAT WITH?
Australia Post is the easiest option with outlets in every town and city. Otherwise, you can use any courier. Our workshop is a commercial building, open seven days a week during our business hours, so couriers can always deliver.
HOW LONG DO REPAIRS TAKE?
Most repairs are completed within 1 to 2 weeks, depending on the work required and the workshop's workload. If you’re in a rush, you can choose our Jump the Queue service.
WHAT IS THE JUMP THE QUEUE SERVICE?
Our standard turnaround time for repairs is 1-2 weeks. While we may complete repairs earlier, this cannot be guaranteed.
If you need your bat repaired sooner, you can select our Jump the Queue service for guaranteed faster turnaround:
- Same Day Service – $120 on top of the repair price*
- Next Day Service – $90 on top of the repair price*
- 3 Day Service – $60 on top of the repair price*
- 5 Day Service – $40 on top of the repair price*
* For same day service, bats must be dropped off by 11 am on Day 1. Repairs require an additional 24 hours before use.
* All Jump the Queue services exclude delamination and any graft repairs.
WILL MY STICKERS BE KEPT ON DURING REPAIRS?
We always try to keep stickers on. For minor work, such as clean-ups, facings, and light repairs, they’ll usually stay intact.
- Weight reductions: If we’re removing a significant amount of weight, stickers will need to come off completely.
- Rehandles: We typically cut through the splice area and replace the handle, then cover the join with a splice sticker that matches your colour set. If you’d prefer, we can remove all stickers. Please note that edge stickers may get damaged in the vice when the bat is clamped securely.
CAN ALL CRACKS BE REPAIRED?
Almost. Surface cracks are usually fine, but:
- If the crack runs horizontally across the blade in a serious way, it may not be worth repairing.
- If the crack comes down from the bottom of the splice on the back of the bat, it usually can’t be saved.
We’ll always be upfront. If you visit us in person, we’ll discuss it with you directly. If you post your bat in, we’ll contact you before taking any action. Sometimes, players insist on having a bat repaired even when we don’t recommend it. In such cases, we’ll still do the work, but it will be done without warranty.
WHAT IF MY BAT ISN’T WORTH REPAIRING?
We’ll let you know. We don’t repair just for the sake of it; we only do so if the bat will still function properly afterwards. If we don’t think it will, we’ll advise against it. If you decide not to proceed, we can either return your bat to you or dispose of it on your behalf.
DO REPAIRS AFFECT BAT PERFORMANCE?
Appropriately done, repairs will usually extend the life of your bat without hurting performance. With significant damage, there can be a slight change in feel, but we’ll do our best to keep it playing how you like it.
DO YOU REPAIR NON-COOPER BATS?
Yes, we repair any brand of bat.
DO YOU KNOCK IN BATS FROM ANY BRAND?
Yes, absolutely. We knock in all brands of bats, not just Cooper.
WHAT PAYMENT METHODS DO YOU ACCEPT?
Once your bat arrives, we’ll send you an invoice with a secure payment link. You can pay by card, bank transfer, PayPal, Afterpay or Zip.
HOW SHOULD I PACKAGE MY BAT FOR POSTING?
Wrap it securely in bubble wrap or cardboard, tape it tightly, and use a strong satchel or box. Avoid sending it in a bat cover as these can be lost or discarded.
DO REPAIRS COME WITH A WARRANTY?
Yes, all repairs include a 3-month workmanship warranty. This covers the repair itself, not new damage caused during play. If you’ve asked us to repair a bat that we advised against, it will be done without warranty.
WHY DO BATS BREAK SO MUCH THESE DAYS?
It comes down to our obsession with big bats. To make bats bigger and lighter, growers have to pull more moisture out of the willow during the drying process. This loss of moisture means the wood loses some of its natural elasticity. Instead of flexing and moving with the ball, the blade becomes more brittle, and cracks appear more easily.
The best thing you can do for your bat is apply linseed oil and take good care of it. Bats need moisture to maintain their elasticity, and regular care will help slow down the drying process.