Dorset · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Canford Magna, Dorset
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for householders, landlords and businesses in Canford Magna. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
How we handle bath repair in Canford Magna
We see every kind of bath damage: dropped-bottle chips, plughole rust, acrylic cracks and impact holes. All of it is repaired where the bath stands. If you’re dealing with a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting and hairline or through cracks in acrylic, we can help.
Every job is backed for twelve months. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Location
- Canford Magna (BH21)
- County
- Dorset
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. Prices are worked out job by job. What matters most is:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The colour and finish to match
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Our prices are the same across the UK, so there is no premium for Canford Magna. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Getting a price from photos
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- One picture of the entire bath
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
DIY kit or professional repair?
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.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
What we can’t put right
A repair is not always the answer, and we will tell you before we start. Repairs will not solve:
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
- A steel bath rusted through
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
What we work on
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
Landlord and trade work in Canford Magna
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit.
When to call us in Canford Magna
Rust generally starts where water sits, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.
People generally call us when they notice something like this:
- Chips caused by builders
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- A cracked acrylic bath
- A hole punched through by something heavy
What to look for in a quote
- What preparation is included
- How to care for the finish
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- When it can be used again
Repair or replace: which is better?
Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: getting one out, particularly from an upstairs bathroom, is a big job, and a like-for-like replacement can be expensive. A repair keeps it in place. Prices start from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You will see the full price before you book, with nothing added on the day.
Why us?
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Usually one visit, start to finish
- No extra charge for your area
See our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Canford Magna and the surrounding area
Canford Magna is about 1 mile south-east of Wimborne Minster, in Dorset. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. We work in 462 places in Dorset, from the larger towns to small villages.
Our visits in BH21 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From Mountjoy Close, Floral Farm and Oakley Lane or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Merley (1 mile south-west), Little Canford (1 mile north-east), Knighton (1 mile south-east), Hampreston (2 miles east) and Bearwood (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Christchurch (9 miles east), Blandford Forum (10 miles north-west), Verwood (7 miles north-east), Ferndown (3 miles north-east), Corfe Mullen (3 miles south-west) and Swanage (12 miles south).
Near you in Canford Magna
Around Canford Magna, we work in homes near LeAF Studio, Merley First School and Canford Magna Parish Church and the streets around them. Canford Magna’s nearest station is Parkstone (Dorset) station, about 4.4 miles south of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Stapehill Abbey (1.9 miles north-east) and Alderney Hospital (2.6 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Stoney Down.
What we do, step by step
Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so there are no surprises. Then the area is sheeted and masked and we start. Allow a few hours.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- 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.
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
Getting a price
If you are in Canford Magna and want a price, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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Canford Magna questions
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
How long before I can use the bath?
Generally within a day, depending on the repair.
Will I be able to see the repair?
On a glossy bath, you’ll struggle to find it. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
How quickly can you book me in?
We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.
Can you repair several things at once?
Of course, and it usually saves money. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you will get one combined price.
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Looking after it afterwards
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Have new chips seen to early
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Rinse it down after each bath
For the first few days, keep heavy bottles off the repaired spot. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine, avoiding abrasives.
Avoid standing in a cracked acrylic bath until it’s fixed. Each time it flexes, the crack grows, and water can get through to the floor below.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
