Kent · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Charlton-in-Dover, Kent
Bath repair across Charlton-in-Dover and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips caused by builders
- Rust by the waste and overflow
About our bath repair in Charlton-in-Dover
You do not need a new bath because of a chip. Our technicians fill, shape and refinish the damage, with the colour mixed on site so the repair is hard to spot. Typical jobs include a cracked acrylic bath and a chip where the taps sit, across whirlpool & spa baths, roll-top & freestanding and acrylic.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Kent.
- Where
- Charlton-in-Dover (CT16, CT17, CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Can I fix it myself?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.
Common problems we fix in Charlton-in-Dover
Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Legs that are not adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the base flex until it cracks.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Chips on the rim or sides
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
What your quote should include
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Whether the price covers travel
- How the colour is matched
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
Questions from Charlton-in-Dover
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Most of the time. We reinforce the crack from behind, then fill and refinish the front, so access behind the panel is important.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.
Will the repair show?
The goal is a repair that blends in. The rest of the bath’s condition makes a difference, and we’ll tell you what to expect.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes, it’s one of the most common repairs we do. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we have finished.
What information do you need?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
You’ll get a fixed quote back. You’re under no obligation.
What we cannot put right
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a fitted bath normally involves a plumber, removing the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and getting rid of the old bath. Repairing it fixes just the damaged area in a single visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Charlton-in-Dover
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- A fixed quote before you book
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Same prices wherever you are
Read our prices page and bath cost comparison.
For landlords and businesses
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll arrange it.
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, in much the same way.
Charlton-in-Dover and nearby
Charlton-in-Dover is about 1 mile south-east of Dover, in Kent. From the centre of Charlton-in-Dover to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Charlton-in-Dover is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. We work right across the region, from Charlton-in-Dover to London (66 miles away).
Jobs in CT16, CT17 and CT15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether you live on Odo Road, Eric Road and Lorne Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. You will find Charlton-in-Dover on the A256, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover the places around Charlton-in-Dover: Tower Hamlets (1 mile south-west), Guston (2 miles north-east), Church Whitfield (2 miles north), East Langdon (3 miles north-east) and West Cliffe (3 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (7 miles south-west), Ramsgate (15 miles north), Deal (7 miles north-east), Hythe (11 miles south-west) and Walmer (6 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Charlton-in-Dover
Our clients here include homes close to Charlton Church of England Primary School, Dover Grammar School for Girls and The Red Lion pub, among other places. You’ll also find Connaught Park (under half a mile east), St Edmund's Catholic School (within half a mile north-east) and Church of St Peter and St Paul (less than half a mile south). For rail, the closest station is Dover Priory station, about 0.6 miles south of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Dover Castle (0.9 miles south-east) and Old Town Gaol (within half a mile south). Not far away are Dover Western Heights.
How the visit works
We begin by going over the job with you. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours, and we’ll keep you posted as we go.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the day after.
How to prepare
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Let us know about parking or access
Ask for a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, include your postcode and send them to us. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
Related advice
Aftercare tips
Nothing complicated is needed:
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
Don’t leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, as they can leave rust marks. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
A small chip is a quick job. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so early repair saves time and money.
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