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Bath chip & crack repair in Compton, West Sussex
Bath repair in Compton without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed quote from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
The process
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a few hours. If anything looks different from your pictures, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Let us know about parking or access
Getting a price
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
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How we handle bath repair in Compton
We see every kind of bath damage: dropped-bottle chips, plughole rust, acrylic cracks and impact holes. All of it is repaired where the bath stands. Typical jobs include a chipped rim or side and cracks in an acrylic bath, in pressed steel enamel, acrylic and whirlpool & spa baths.
Big or small, you get the same one-year guarantee in Compton and across West Sussex.
- Location
- Compton (PO18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
FAQs for Compton
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Typically, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one, so mention it when you send photos.
What does bath repair cost?
Prices start from £95. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Can you repair several things at once?
Of course, and it generally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you’ll get one combined price.
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Frequently, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a picture.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Normally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Usually within a day, though it depends on what we’ve done.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Frequently, if there’s access underneath. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.
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Keeping it looking good
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine, avoiding abrasives.
Small chips are quick to repair. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
Do you need bath repair in Compton?
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, any chip down to the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
These are the problems we are asked about most:
- A chipped rim or side
- Rust spots around the plughole
- A cracked acrylic bath
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
Before you book anyone
- How your room will be protected
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Who turns up on the day
- How changes to the job are handled
DIY kit or professional repair?
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
Repairs by material
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’s what we repair.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
Compton and nearby
Compton is about 5 miles east of Horndean, in West Sussex. We visit homes and businesses in Compton and nearby villages, so there’s no workshop to go to. Compton is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 53 miles away.
Every address in PO18 is within our area. Streets in the area include Church Lane and School Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Compton: East Marden (2 miles east), South Harting (3 miles north), East Harting (3 miles north-east), Chilgrove (4 miles east) and Elsted (4 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (13 miles south-east), Chichester (8 miles south-east), Selsey (14 miles south), Emsworth (6 miles south), Portfield (9 miles south-east) and Yapton (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Compton
Around Compton, we work in homes near The Coach And Horses Public House, Compton and Up Marden CofE Primary School and The Parish Church of St Mary, among other places. Compton’s nearest station is Rowlands Castle station, roughly 3.6 miles south-west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Petersfield Community Hospital (5.7 miles north) and Clanfield Earthwork (4 miles west). Open spaces near Compton include Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Compton Down.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: the tiles sitting on the rim tend to break, the panel may not fit the new one, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. A repair skips all of it. Prices start from £95. A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Compton
- Colour-matched on site
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- A fixed quote before you book
- Nothing taken out or refitted
Take a look at our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
When a repair isn’t the answer
It helps to know what we cannot do:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Compton
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Compton. The price reflects:
- How much damage there is
- The material
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether we combine several jobs
The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking.
Quotes from your pictures
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
To get a price, send two or three photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
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