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Bath chip & crack repair in Cripp's Corner, East Sussex

Bath repair for Cripp's Corner, without a refit. Get a fixed price from your photos, then book a visit.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Deep scratches in acrylic
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair in Cripp's Corner

Prices and what affects them

Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:

  • Access to the area
  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • What the surface is made of
  • Unusual colours or finishes

Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

How to get a fixed quote

You can take the photos on your phone. Just ensure we can see:

  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • A wider photo showing the entire bath
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection

A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, include your postcode and send them to us. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

How we handle bath repair in Cripp's Corner

Whatever the damage, the aim is the same: a smooth, solid repair that blends in. We prepare the area properly, fill and shape it, then match the colour and gloss so it’s level with the surrounding surface. Common call-outs are for deep scratches in acrylic and damage done while the bathroom was being fitted, in pressed steel enamel, acrylic and cast iron enamel.

A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are covered after the visit.

Bath enamel chip by the waste, filled and colour matched (before and after)
Location
Cripp's Corner (TN32)
County
East Sussex
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

What a repair can’t fix

In fairness, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:

  • Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
  • A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
  • Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before booking.

Surfaces we repair

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

Questions from Cripp's Corner

Are you a vetted contractor?

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

Do you cover the whole of East Sussex?

Everywhere in the UK, Cripp's Corner included. There is no extra charge for travel.

Can you quote from pictures?

Generally, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.

Can you repair a hole in a bath?

Typically. Send us a picture of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.

When can I have a bath again?

Normally by the following day, though it depends on what we’ve done.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

You get a fixed price and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we’ll ask for another photo.

How quickly can you book me in?

We will give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

Can you match an avocado or pink bath?

Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including older coloured suites.

DIY kit or professional repair?

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.

How it works

The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can stay at home while we are there. Protection goes down first, then the job itself takes a few hours. Before we leave, we explain how soon it can be used and how to care for it.

  1. We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
  2. Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
  3. We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
  4. Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
  5. Once it has cured, generally by the following day, the bath is ready to use.

Before we arrive

  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Ensure the room can be ventilated

Getting a price

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath, we can price the job without visiting.

Send pictures for a quote

Advice

Keeping it looking good

It’s all simple stuff:

  • Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
  • Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
  • Rinse it down after each bath
  • Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath

For the first few days, keep heavy bottles off the repaired spot. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine.

Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. Left for months, a small chip can grow into a large rust patch, so it pays to deal with it early.

Our work in Cripp's Corner

Cripp's Corner is about 7 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. We travel to customers in Cripp's Corner, so nothing has to leave your home. Cripp's Corner is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we work. We work right across the region, from Cripp's Corner to London (46 miles away).

We cover every part of the TN32 postcode area. Other places close to Cripp's Corner include Swaile's Green (1 mile south), Staplecross (1 mile north-east), Whatlington (2 miles south-west), Sedlescombe (2 miles south) and Snagshall (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (7 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south), Hastings Old Town (8 miles south) and Belmont (8 miles south).

Around Cripp's Corner

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to The White Hart pub, Staplecross Methodist Primary School and St Marks Staplecross. For rail, the closest station is Robertsbridge station, roughly 3 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Conquest Hospital (5.6 miles south) and Nortons Farm Museum (3.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Senlac Hill.

Map of Cripp's Corner © OpenStreetMap contributors

Work for landlords and builders

Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

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

Signs you need bath repair in Cripp's Corner

The usual cause is something heavy dropped into the bath, and building work is a common culprit. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.

Keep an eye out for any of the following:

  • Snagging damage from a refit
  • A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
  • A chipped rim or side

Questions to ask before you book

  • How changes to the job are handled
  • How soon you can use it again
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers

How to compare quotes

Different materials, different repairs

Cast iron

Cast iron is heavy and rigid, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, so it’s always worth repairing.

Acrylic

Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. They do not rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.

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