Medway · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Borstal, Medway
Bath repair for Borstal, without a refit. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
About our bath repair in Borstal
We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath. You can generally use the bath the day after. If you are dealing with chips along the edge of the bath and snagging damage from a refit, we can normally put it right, whatever the material.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Medway.
- Location
- Borstal (ME1, ME2)
- County
- Medway
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
For landlords and businesses
Letting agents often send us photos straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Borstal use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
What we do, step by step
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, do the job and clear up. Plan for a few hours, depending on the damage. Before we go, we will explain how long to leave it and how to look after it.
- First, we check the damage against your pictures and agree the plan.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Make sure the area is dry
Ask for a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Advice
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The colour and finish to match
- The material
- The type of damage
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Getting a price from photos
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Please include:
- Any details about the material
- A picture taken from further back
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
If you’re in Borstal and want a price, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Repairs by material
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Chips rust quickly on steel, particularly by the plughole, so early repairs matter.
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
Your questions about bath repair in Borstal
Is repairing better than replacing?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
Will it make a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we have finished.
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send pictures with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
In most cases. We reinforce the crack from behind, then fill and refinish the front, so we need access under the bath.
Will the repair last?
A properly prepared repair should last a long time, and ours come with a one-year guarantee. Gentle cleaning helps.
Will there be a smell?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
When we’d advise against a repair
We would rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Repairing versus replacing in Borstal
A new bath brings a chain of other jobs: tiles along the rim typically crack when it comes out, the panel may not fit the new one, and a plumber has to disconnect and reconnect everything. A repair skips all of it. Prices start from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Borstal
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- We leave the room as we found it
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Nothing taken out or refitted
See our full price list and bath cost comparison.
Where we work around Borstal
Borstal is about 1 mile south-west of Rochester, in Medway. Jobs in Borstal are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. Borstal is one of 68 places in Medway we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 26 miles away.
Our visits in ME1 and ME2 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets such as Hill Road, Manor Lane and Mount Road. Being close to the M2, Borstal is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover include Rochester (1 mile north-east), Strood (1 mile north), Cuxton (1 mile west), North Halling (2 miles west) and Wouldham (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Gillingham (4 miles east), Rainham (5 miles east), Park Wood (5 miles east), Lordswood (4 miles south-east), Twydall (4 miles east) and Hoo St Werburgh (5 miles north-east).
Around Borstal
In Borstal, that means homes near Baty's Marsh, St William of Perth Roman Catholic Primary School and Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf, among other places. Also close by are St John Fisher RC Comprehensive School (1.4 miles east), St Matthew's (under half a mile south-east) and Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School (0.6 miles south-east). Borstal’s nearest station is Cuxton station, about 1 mile west of the centre. A little further out are St. Catherine's Hospital (1.1 miles north-east) and Six Poor Travellers House (1.3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Borstal include Blue Bell Hill and Ranscombe Farm.
- Local facilities include City of Rochester-upon-Medway (1.4 miles north)
DIY repairs versus a professional job
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
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Looking after it afterwards
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
There’s nothing special to do after a repair, beyond gentle cleaning. Skip bleach and gritty creams and give it a rinse after each bath.
A small chip is a quick job. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
