Oxfordshire · England
Bath Repair in Appleford-on-Thames
Local bath repair for Appleford-on-Thames: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Rust spots around the plughole
Bath repair in Appleford-on-Thames without replacing anything
We see every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. All of it is repaired where the bath stands. We work on roll-top & freestanding, acrylic and pressed steel enamel, and people most often call us about a chipped rim or side and impact holes in acrylic.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Appleford-on-Thames (OX14)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Landlord and trade work in Appleford-on-Thames
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Appleford-on-Thames use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip.
About Appleford-on-Thames
Appleford-on-Thames is about 2 miles north of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Appleford-on-Thames is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. Our jobs stretch from Appleford-on-Thames to London (50 miles away).
We cover every part of OX14. Streets in the area include Chambrai Close, Church Street and Main Road, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Appleford-on-Thames, we cover Long Wittenham (1 mile east), Culham (1 mile north-west), Sutton Courtenay (2 miles west), Clifton Hampden (2 miles north-east) and Didcot (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (8 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles north-west), Witney (15 miles north-west), Thame (14 miles north-east), Wantage (8 miles south-west) and Grove (8 miles west).
Near you in Appleford-on-Thames
Typical jobs here are in homes near Carpenters Arms, Didcot Girls' School and Church of St Peter and St Paul. Appleford-on-Thames has its own railway station: Appleford station. Nearby you’ll also find Pendon Museum (1 mile east) and FitzHarris Castle (3.1 miles north-west). The countryside around Appleford-on-Thames includes Mowbray Fields and Wittenham Clumps.
Appleford-on-Thames: your questions answered
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
How do I book?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we will do the rest.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes, very frequently. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.
Do I have to be there?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Normally by the following day, though it depends on what we have done.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Frequently, if there is access underneath. We back the hole, fill it and refinish the surface.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit typically costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
The process
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, depending on the damage. We clean up when we are done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
- We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
- We leave it to cure; you can typically use the bath the following day.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
Getting a price
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. There is no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.
Related advice
When a repair isn’t the answer
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Appleford-on-Thames
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. You will not pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- What the surface is made of
- Doing more than one item at once
Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Getting a price from pictures
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- The material, if you know it
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Repairing versus replacing in Appleford-on-Thames
Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: taking out the old one, plumbing, tiling, a panel and redecorating. With a repair, it’s one visit and one price. Prices start from £95. A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why Appleford-on-Thames clients choose us
- Everything repaired in place
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Colour-matched on site
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
Take a look at our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
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, and the work is guaranteed.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
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Keeping it looking good
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
- Don’t leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust sets in.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, so water can’t get in. Remove it before the repair.
Different materials, different repairs
Pressed steel
Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Chips rust quickly on steel, especially around the waste, so repair chips early.
Cast iron
A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is what we repair.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
