Bath and North East Somerset · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Chew Magna, Bath and North East Somerset
Damaged bath in Chew Magna? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust spots around the plughole
- Chips along the edge of the bath
How we handle bath repair in Chew Magna
Bath repair is our most common job. Chips on the rim, rust around the waste and cracks in acrylic are all fixed without removing the bath, normally in one visit. Typical jobs include rust spots around the plughole and chips on the rim or sides, across roll-top & freestanding, cast iron enamel and pressed steel enamel.
Every job is backed for twelve months in Chew Magna and everywhere else. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Area
- Chew Magna (BS40)
- Area hub
- Bath and North East Somerset
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairing versus replacing in Chew Magna
Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. In most cases it does not: a proper repair gives it years more use, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Chew Magna
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Work done at your home or business
- One price list for the whole UK
- Nothing taken out or refitted
See our prices page and bath cost comparison.
What we are called out for in Chew Magna
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On enamelled baths, a chip that reaches the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
Most people contact us after spotting something like this:
- Damage beneath the taps
- Holes from dropped items
- Rust spots around the plughole
- A kit repair that didn’t last
What your quote should include
- Whether they match the colour on site
- How soon you can use it again
- How changes to the job are handled
- Whether the price covers travel
Landlord and trade work in Chew Magna
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
What we cannot put right
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits too:
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Covering Chew Magna
Chew Magna is about 6 miles south-west of Keynsham, in Bath and North East Somerset. Book a date that suits you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. Chew Magna is one of 136 towns and villages in Bath and North East Somerset where we work.
We work across the BS40 postcode area and the streets around it. That includes homes on Harford Square, High Street and Silver Street and the roads around them. We also travel to Littleton (1 mile west), Chew Stoke (1 mile south-west), Upper Littleton (2 miles north-west), Hounsley Batch (2 miles west) and East Dundry (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Bath (11 miles east), Keynsham (6 miles north-east), Bathwick (11 miles east), Walcot (11 miles east), Westmoreland (10 miles east) and Kingsmead (10 miles east).
Local landmarks in Chew Magna
Around Chew Magna, we work in homes near St Andrew's Church, The Bear & Swan pub and Chew Magna Primary School and the streets around them. Chew Magna’s nearest station is Parson Street station, about 4.6 miles north. Nearby you will also find South Bristol Community Hospital (3.4 miles north) and Oval enclosure (2.8 miles south-east). Open spaces near Chew Magna include Hunstrete Lake and Knowle Hill.
The process
We work cleanly and quietly. Protection goes down first, then the work takes a morning or an afternoon. Before we leave, we explain how soon it can be used and how to look after it.
- 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.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
Get a quote
Email us pictures of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Chew Magna, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
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Aftercare tips
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Have new chips seen to early
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust can start.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, so water cannot get in. Remove it before the repair.
Repairs by material
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
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Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. Prices are worked out job by job. The main factors are:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How many areas need work
- What kind of damage it is
- Unusual colours or finishes
Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
How to get a fixed price
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- Details of any past repairs
- The material, if you know it
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job without visiting.
Questions from Chew Magna
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
What areas do you cover?
Everywhere in the UK, Chew Magna included. Travel is included in the price.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it isn’t worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?
Most of the time. The back of the crack is strengthened before the front is filled and refinished, so access behind the panel is important.
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Can you price it without visiting?
Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
