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Bath Repair for Chidham homes

Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homes and businesses in Chidham and across West Sussex. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Impact holes in acrylic
  • Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book bath repair in Chidham

Chidham and the surrounding area

Chidham is about 4 miles west of Chichester, in West Sussex. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Chidham is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 57 miles away.

Jobs in PO18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Jobs here include addresses on Chidham Lane, Harbour Way and Cot Lane. We also travel to Nutbourne (1 mile north-west), Bosham (1 mile east), Broadbridge (1 mile east), Hambrook (1 mile north) and Bosham Hoe (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (9 miles east), Chichester (4 miles east), Selsey (8 miles south-east), Littlehampton (15 miles east), Emsworth (3 miles north-west) and Portfield (5 miles east).

Near you in Chidham

In Chidham, that means homes near The Parish Church of St Mary, Bourne Community College and Chidham Parochial Primary School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Nutbourne station, roughly 1 mile north-west. Further afield, we also cover the area around Warblington Castle (4.1 miles west) and St Richard's Hospital (4.6 miles east). Open spaces near Chidham include Nutborne Marshes and Stoke Down.

Map of Chidham © OpenStreetMap contributors

How we handle bath repair in Chidham

Bath repair is our most common job. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all fixed without removing the bath, typically in a single visit. Whether it’s scratches you can feel with a fingernail and rusty patches near the plughole, we can typically put it right, whatever the material.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will come back.

Area
Chidham (PO18)
Region
West Sussex
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Acrylic bath corner rebuilt by Surface Doctor, before and after

What we’re called out for in Chidham

Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, a chip that reaches the metal lets water in, and rust follows.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • Rust by the waste and overflow
  • A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
  • Chips along the edge of the bath
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic

Comparing quotes

  • How to care for the finish
  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • Who will actually do the work

10 questions to ask before booking

Should I try a DIY kit first?

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

Work for landlords and builders

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Chidham as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.

How to look after the repair

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
  • Give the bath a quick rinse after use
  • Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
  • Don’t leave a fresh chip for long

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.

A small chip is a quick job. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.

When a repair is not the answer

Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, for example:

  • Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
  • Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
  • Metal that has corroded all the way through

Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.

What we work on

  • Acrylic
  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Cast iron enamel
  • Whirlpool & spa baths

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Pressed steel

Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Exposed steel rusts fast, particularly by the plughole, so early repairs matter.

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 the part we put right.

How the visit works

It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a morning or an afternoon. If anything looks different from your pictures, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.

  1. First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
  2. Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
  3. The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
  4. The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
  5. Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.

How to prepare

  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Clear the area around the damage

Getting a price

Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. There’s no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.

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Repair or replace: which is better?

Replacing a fitted bath usually means a plumber, removing the old bath, making good the tiles and panel and disposing of the old one. A repair deals only with the damage in a single visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. A repair normally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.

Why book with us

  • No need to remove anything
  • Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • Fixed prices from your photos

See our prices page or bath cost comparison.

Chidham questions

Is a repair better than a new one?

Typically, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we’ll quote them together.

Do I have to be there?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.

Can you repair a hole in a bath?

Usually, yes, if we can reach behind it. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.

Do you come to Chidham?

Yes. We cover the whole UK and come to Chidham. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Do you repair coloured baths?

Yes. The colour is mixed on site to suit your bath, including older coloured suites.

Is my repair covered?

All our work carries our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

Can you redo an old repair?

Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Mention it when you send photos.

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