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Bath Repair for Crew's Hole homes

Bath repair in Crew's Hole without the cost of replacing. Send us photos for a fixed quote, then we come to you.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scuffs and scratches in the surface
  • Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath repair in Crew's Hole?

Landlord and trade work in Crew's Hole

We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we will handle the rest.

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

Bath repair in Crew's Hole without replacing anything

We see every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. Each is repaired in place with a one-year guarantee. We regularly repair acrylic, cast iron enamel and pressed steel enamel, and the jobs we see most are a chipped rim or side and hairline or through cracks in acrylic.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.

Rusty chip next to a bath plughole, before and after repair
Area
Crew's Hole (BS5, BS4, BS15)
Region
Bristol
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

DIY kit or professional repair?

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.

When to call us in Crew's Hole

A cracked acrylic bath generally wasn’t supported properly. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the base flex until the acrylic gives way.

If you can see any of these, send us a photo:

  • A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
  • Chips caused by builders
  • Chips under the taps
  • Chips on the rim or sides

Questions to ask before booking

  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • What preparation is included
  • When it can be used again

Our hiring checklist

The process

From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes two to three hours for most chips, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.

  1. We protect the bath and the floor around it.
  2. We clean, key and degrease the damage.
  3. Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
  4. We match both the colour and the shine.
  5. We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the following day.

Before we arrive

  • Ensure the area is dry
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Have a window or extractor fan available

Ask for a price

Email us photos of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Crew's Hole, and we will come back with a fixed quote.

Get a fixed price

Related advice

What your bath is made of matters

Cast iron

Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.

Composite and resin

Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.

Aftercare tips

Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:

  • Do not scrub with anything abrasive
  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
  • Do not leave a fresh chip for long
  • Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot

Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, because they can mark the enamel. And fix dripping taps promptly.

Small chips are quick to repair. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.

Common questions in Crew's Hole

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

Is my repair covered?

All our work carries our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day.

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

Of course, and it usually saves money. Send pictures of everything together and we’ll quote them together.

How long before I can use the bath?

Most baths can be used the following day. We will tell you the exact curing time when we finish.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.

Will I be able to see the repair?

On a glossy bath, you’ll struggle to find it. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.

Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?

In most cases. The back of the crack is strengthened before the front is filled and refinished, so we need access under the bath.

Covering Crew's Hole

Crew's Hole is about 1 mile east of Easton, in Bristol. From the centre of Crew's Hole to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We cover all 89 towns and villages in Bristol, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 75 miles away.

We cover every part of the BS5, BS4 and BS15 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether you live on The Avenue, Glebe Road and Wicket Lane or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. If you’re just outside Crew's Hole, we cover St George (1 mile east), Whiteway (1 mile north-east), Crofts End (1 mile north), Whitehall (1 mile west) and Redfield (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bedminster (3 miles south-west), Cotham (3 miles west), Canon's Marsh (3 miles west), Southville (3 miles west), The Chessels (3 miles south-west) and Bullock's Park (3 miles west).

Near you in Crew's Hole

Typical jobs here are in homes near Three Crowns pub, Bristol Brunel Academy and St George Park. Nearby too are Summerhill Infant School (less than half a mile north) and St Marina Coptic Orthodox Church (within half a mile west). Crew's Hole’s nearest station is Lawrence Hill station, roughly 1 mile west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Barton Regis Rural District (1.1 miles north-west) and Glenside Hospital Museum (1.8 miles north). For a walk, there’s Lodge Hill.

Map of Crew's Hole © OpenStreetMap contributors

Prices and what affects them

Repairs from £95. We give every job a fixed quote from photos. These are the things that affect it:

  • Access to the area
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.

Quotes from your pictures

Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To make it quick:

  • Details of any past repairs
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • A picture taken from further back
  • Something in shot to show the size

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures through our quote form or call us. We’ll say immediately whether it can be repaired.

Repair or replace in Crew's Hole?

Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: they’re very heavy to remove, especially upstairs, and replacing like for like is not cheap. Repairing it leaves it where it is. Prices start from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You will see the full price before booking, with no extras added later.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Crew's Hole

  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • Work done at your home or business
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish

Read our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

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