Medway · England

Bath chip & crack repair in Cliffe, Medway

Our technicians come to Cliffe for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
  • Chips caused by builders
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath repair in Cliffe?

About our bath repair in Cliffe

We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. You can generally use the bath the following day. Common call-outs are for cracks in an acrylic bath and damage done while the bathroom was being fitted, on whirlpool & spa baths, acrylic and roll-top & freestanding.

All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months in Cliffe and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work.

Where
Cliffe (ME3)
Area hub
Medway
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: a damaged acrylic bath corner repaired in place

What we do, step by step

Here’s how a visit normally runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and tidy away. Allow a few hours, depending on the damage. Before we go, we’ll explain when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.

  1. We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
  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. Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.

How to prepare

  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Point us to the nearest place to park

Getting a price

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Get a fixed price

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Keeping it looking good

Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:

  • Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
  • Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath
  • Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
  • Don’t scrub with anything abrasive

Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.

A small chip is a quick job. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.

For landlords and businesses

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Cliffe use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it usually costs far less than a refit.

If you manage property in Cliffe, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we’ll price them together.

Cliffe and the surrounding area

Cliffe is about 5 miles north of Rochester, in Medway. Whether you are in the middle of Cliffe or on the outskirts, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Our repair technicians cover 68 places in Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Cliffe to London (26 miles away).

Our visits in ME3 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Station Road, St Helens Road and Chesterton Road, and we cover them all. Close by, we cover Cliffe Woods (2 miles south), Church Street (2 miles south-west), Mockbeggar (3 miles south), Lower Higham (3 miles south-west) and Higham (4 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Gillingham (7 miles south-east), Chatham (7 miles south), Rochester (5 miles south), Rainham (8 miles south-east), Strood (5 miles south) and Luton (6 miles south).

Landmarks near Cliffe

Typical jobs here are in homes near The Evening Star pub, St Helen's Church of England Primary School and Church of St Helen and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Higham station, roughly 2.6 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find French Hospital (4.9 miles south) and Upnor Castle (3.8 miles south). For a walk, there’s Gad's Hill and Thurrock Thameside Nature Park.

Map of Cliffe © OpenStreetMap contributors

DIY repairs versus a professional job

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £95. There is no area surcharge for Cliffe. The price reflects:

  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • How easy the damage is to reach

We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

How to get a fixed price

Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:

  • The material, if you know it
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size

Email us photos of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Cliffe, and we will reply with a fixed quote.

Should you replace it?

Swapping a damaged bath for a new one normally means a plumber, lifting out the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and getting rid of the old bath. A repair deals only with the damage in a single visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.

Why Cliffe customers choose us

  • One price list for the whole UK
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • Colour-matched on site
  • Nothing taken out or refitted

Take a look at our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

When a repair is not the answer

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
  • Metal that has corroded all the way through
  • Acrylic cracks with no access behind them

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.

Surfaces we repair

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

Repairs by material

Pressed steel

Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Chips rust quickly on steel, particularly by the plughole, so early repairs matter.

Cast iron

Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, so it’s always worth repairing.

Common questions in Cliffe

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Do I have to be there?

Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.

Is it messy?

Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.

When can I have a bath again?

Normally the following day. We will tell you the exact curing time when we finish.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.

Are you a vetted contractor?

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

When can you do it?

That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.

Can you repair something that is been repaired before?

Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.

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