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Bath chip & crack repair in Alder Hills, Poole

Bath repair in Alder Hills without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your photos, then we come to you.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Deep scratches in acrylic
  • Damage beneath the taps
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book bath repair in Alder Hills

Where we work around Alder Hills

Alder Hills is about 2 miles east of Poole, in Poole. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We cover all 18 towns and villages across Poole.

Every address in BH12, BH11 and BH10 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as Boyd Road, Cooke Road and Alder Road, and we cover them all. Being close to the A3040 and A3049, Alder Hills is easy for our technicians to reach. We also cover the places around Alder Hills: Talbot Woods (1 mile east), Rossmore (1 mile west), West Howe (1 mile north), Alderney (1 mile west) and Branksome (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Longfleet (3 miles south-west), Oakdale (3 miles west), Sterte (3 miles west), Waterloo (3 miles west), Stanley Green (3 miles west) and Parkstone (3 miles south-west).

Local landmarks in Alder Hills

Typical jobs here are in homes near Fernheath Playing Fields, Talbot Primary School and St Saviour. Also close by are Talbot Combined School (under half a mile east) and St Aldhelm's Academy (0.8 miles west). The closest station to Alder Hills is Branksome station, roughly 1 mile south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Alderney Hospital (1.3 miles north-west) and Big Four Railway Museum & Model Centre (2.2 miles south-east).

  • Local facilities include Bournemouth (2.2 miles south-east)
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Bath repair in Alder Hills, done in place

Whatever has happened to the bath, we aim for the same result: a smooth, solid repair that blends in. We prepare the area properly, fill and shape it, then match the colour and gloss so it’s level with the surrounding surface. Whether it’s chips on the rim or sides and deep scratches in acrylic, we can help.

Every repair is covered by a one-year guarantee.

Before and after: a chipped, rust-stained bath around the plughole
Location
Alder Hills (BH12, BH11, BH10)
Region
Poole
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Different materials, different repairs

Cast iron

Cast iron is heavy and rigid, finished with fired enamel. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, which makes it well worth repairing.

Acrylic

An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They do not rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Alder Hills

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit.

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.

Questions from Alder Hills

How do I book?

Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.

Can you match an avocado or pink bath?

Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including older coloured suites.

Will it make a mess?

Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.

Will the repair last?

Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and ours come with a one-year guarantee. Gentle cleaning helps.

Are you accredited?

We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.

What happens if you find more damage?

If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Yes, we often do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

Looking after it afterwards

Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:

  • Have new chips seen to early
  • Rinse it down after each bath
  • Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
  • Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth

Look after the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Keep scouring pads and gritty cleaners away from it.

A small chip is a quick job. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.

Should you replace it?

For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It’s a fraction of the cost of a new bath and fitting, it’s done in one visit, and nothing else in the room changes. Our bath repair starts from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Why book with us

  • A fixed quote before booking
  • No need to remove anything
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • No extra charge for your area

Read our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

What affects the price in Alder Hills

Prices start from £95. You will know the full cost before you book. We take into account:

  • Access to the area
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • The material and finish

The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with no extras added later.

Quotes from your photos

A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:

  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Details of any past repairs
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Where you are, by postcode

To get a price, send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We will say straight away whether it can be repaired.

Honest limits

A repair is not always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. Repairs will not solve:

  • Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
  • A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
  • Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.

Materials we work on in Alder Hills

  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Cast iron enamel
  • Acrylic
  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Whirlpool & spa baths

How it works

We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. Allow a few hours, depending on the damage.

  1. We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
  2. Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
  3. The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
  4. We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
  5. The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Have a window or extractor fan available

Ask for a price

Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote. Quotes are free and no obligation.

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