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Bath chip & crack repair in Cliffe, East Sussex

Damaged bath in Cliffe? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips along the edge of the bath
  • Rust spots around the plughole
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath repair in Cliffe

What we are called out for in Cliffe

Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, and the damage is not always spotted until later. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.

People usually call us after spotting something like this:

  • Holes from dropped items
  • Rusty patches near the plughole
  • A cracked acrylic bath
  • Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted

What your quote should include

  • What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
  • If travel is included in the price
  • How the colour is matched
  • Who turns up on the day

Our hiring checklist

About our bath repair in Cliffe

Small damage on a bath is worth repairing early. On steel and cast iron, exposed metal starts to rust, while cracks in acrylic grow each time the bath moves. Repairing it stops the damage getting worse. Typical jobs include a chip where the taps sit and chips along the edge of the bath, in acrylic, cast iron enamel and whirlpool & spa baths.

Every job is backed for twelve months. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.

Before and after: a chipped, rust-stained bath around the plughole
Location
Cliffe (BN7, BN8)
Area hub
East Sussex
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Looking after it afterwards

Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:

  • Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
  • Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
  • Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
  • Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath

There is nothing special to do after a repair. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners and rinse after use.

Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.

What a repair can’t fix

It helps to know what we can’t do too:

  • Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
  • A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
  • Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)

Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before you book.

Materials we work on in Cliffe

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

Should I try a DIY kit first?

We understand the appeal of fixing it 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.

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.

Landlord and trade work in Cliffe

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in East Sussex and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.

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

How the visit works

From the moment we arrive, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes a few hours, depending on the damage, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.

  1. First, we check the damage against your pictures and agree the plan.
  2. Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
  3. We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
  4. The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
  5. The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.

Before we arrive

  • Open a window if you can
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Let us know which floor the room is on

How to get a price

Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. There’s no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

Should you replace it?

Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: they’re very heavy to remove, especially upstairs, and replacing like for like isn’t cheap. A repair keeps it in place. Prices start from £95. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before you book.

What you get with us

  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • No extra charge for your area
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing

Read our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

Common questions in Cliffe

Can landlords book you?

Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Normally, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one.

Can tenants book a repair?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.

What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there is more, we will tell you before starting.

Are you accredited?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.

Do I have to be there?

We need someone to let us in. You don’t need to watch us work.

How do I get a price for bath repair in Cliffe?

Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed quote from your photos. Send a close-up and a picture of the whole item with your BN7 postcode.

Will there be a smell?

A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.

About Cliffe

Cliffe is about 1 mile east of Lewes, in East Sussex. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Cliffe is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 44 miles away.

All of BN7 and BN8 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From Ham Lane, New Road and Court Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. You will find Cliffe on the A26, so it’s easy for us to reach. We also cover the places around Cliffe: Southover (1 mile south-west), South Malling (1 mile north-west), Lewes (1 mile west), Hamsey (2 miles north) and Offham (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (13 miles south-east), Seaford (8 miles south-east), Hailsham (10 miles east), Crowborough (14 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles north-east) and Newhaven (6 miles south).

Landmarks near Cliffe

We visit homes around Lewes Old Grammar School, Church of St Thomas at Cliffe and Gardeners Arms, among other places. Also close by are South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School (0.5 miles north), Priory School (within half a mile south) and Railway Land (under half a mile south). There is a railway station in Cliffe itself: Lewes station. Nearby you’ll also find Museum of Agricultural Bygones (3.5 miles north-east) and St Thomas à Becket Cliffe (less than half a mile west). Green spaces nearby include Cliffe Hill and Malling Down.

Map of Cliffe © OpenStreetMap contributors

Prices and what affects them

Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:

  • The type of damage
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • What the surface is made of
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off

The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.

Quotes from your photos

Before you send pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Details of any past repairs
  • Any details about the material
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area

To get a price, send a couple of photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll say straight away if a repair is the right fix.

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