Kent · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Alkham, Kent
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homes and businesses in Alkham and across Kent. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped rim or side
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
Bath repair in Alkham, done in place
Chips, cracks, rust spots and small holes can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. There is no plumbing to disconnect, the tiles are not touched, and the finish is matched to the rest of the bath. Common call-outs are for a cracked acrylic bath and a kit repair that didn’t last, across acrylic, whirlpool & spa baths and pressed steel enamel.
You’re covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Where
- Alkham (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What your bath is made of matters
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Also in Alkham
Do you need bath repair in Alkham?
Heavy toiletries are the biggest single cause of chips, with dropped shower heads close behind. Fittings cause damage too: water collects there, so chips nearby rust quickly.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- Chips along the edge of the bath
Before booking anyone
- Who turns up on the day
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- What preparation is included
- How soon you can use it again
Honest limits
In fairness, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we work on in Alkham
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a fitted bath normally means a plumber, removing the old bath, making good the tiles and panel and getting rid of the old bath. Repairing it fixes just the damaged area in a single visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. A repair generally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Alkham
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Colour-matched on site
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
Read our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Alkham and nearby
Alkham is about 3 miles west of Dover, in Kent. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Alkham is one of 922 places in Kent where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 62 miles away.
Our visits in CT15 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. From Alkham Valley Road, Hogbrook Hill Lane and Newlyn's Meadow or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include South Alkham (1 mile south-west), Chalksole Green (1 mile north-west), Ewell Minnis (1 mile north), Wolverton (1 mile north-east) and Drellingore (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (15 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Dover (3 miles east), Folkestone (4 miles south-west), Deal (9 miles north-east) and Hythe (8 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Alkham
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of St Anthony the Martyr and Sladden Wood, among other places. Alkham’s nearest station is Kearsney station, about 2.3 miles north-east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Folkestone Castle (3.7 miles south-west) and Crabble Corn Mill (2.6 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Dover Western Heights and Sugar Loaf Hill.
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, a professional repair is worth it.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
Your questions about bath repair in Alkham
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Normally, yes, if we can reach behind it. We back the hole, fill it and refinish the surface.
Is it messy?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Tell us about it when you send photos.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners.
When can you do it?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Do you repair coloured baths?
Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including older coloured suites.
How the visit works
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. Once we are there, the work takes two to three hours for most chips. We leave the room clean.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know about parking or access
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
How to get a price
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Advice
How to look after the repair
Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Check that an acrylic bath doesn’t move when you stand in it
Do not leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, as they can leave rust marks. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, so water can’t get in. Take it off before we arrive.
Landlord and trade work in Alkham
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details and we will handle the rest.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
