East Sussex · England
Bath Repair for Cross in Hand homes
Local bath repair for Cross in Hand: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
What we are called out for in Cross in Hand
Rust normally starts where water sits, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.
The things customers normally mention when they call are:
- Rust spots around the plughole
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Damage beneath the taps
- Impact holes in acrylic
What your quote should include
- How soon you can use it again
- What aftercare is recommended
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- Whether a trained technician does the job
How we handle bath repair in Cross in Hand
We see every kind of bath damage: dropped-bottle chips, plughole rust, acrylic cracks and impact holes. Each is repaired in place. Typical jobs include hairline or through cracks in acrylic and holes from dropped items, on pressed steel enamel, cast iron enamel and roll-top & freestanding.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.
- Location
- Cross in Hand (TN21)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
Honest limits
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
Common questions in Cross in Hand
Are you accredited?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
How invisible is a bath repair?
On a glossy bath, you will struggle to find it. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Regularly. The old material comes out, any rust is treated, then we repair it properly.
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes, coloured baths are no problem. The colour is tinted by hand on the day.
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
Generally, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a photo.
Do you work in Cross in Hand?
We do. Repair technicians travel to Cross in Hand from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
Do the materials smell?
There can be some smell while we work, which is why we ventilate. It clears as the materials cure.
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
What we do, step by step
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. Once we’re there, the work takes a morning or an afternoon for most jobs. The room is left tidy and ready to use once it has cured.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
Ask for a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can give you a fixed price the same day in most cases.
Advice
How to look after the repair
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine without abrasive products.
A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
For landlords and businesses
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
Places near Cross in Hand
More services for Cross in Hand
Cross in Hand and nearby
Cross in Hand is about 5 miles east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. From the centre of Cross in Hand to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We cover 289 places across East Sussex. Our nearest city page is London, about 39 miles away.
All of TN21 is within our area. Streets in the area include Fir Grove Road, Windmill Place and Dads Hill. We also cover the places around Cross in Hand: Roser's Cross (1 mile south-west), Waldron (1 mile south-west), Heathfield (2 miles east), Sandy Cross (2 miles south-east) and Lions Green (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (13 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles south-east), Seaford (14 miles south), Lewes (11 miles south-west), Hailsham (8 miles south) and Crowborough (6 miles north).
Near you in Cross in Hand
Typical jobs here are in homes near Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School, Passingworth Park and St Bartholomew. For rail, the closest station is Buxted station, about 3.9 miles west. A little further out are Sussex Farm Museum (2.8 miles south) and Tickerage Castle (2.9 miles west). The countryside around Cross in Hand includes Selwyns Wood.
Should you replace it?
When the bath is otherwise sound, repairing beats replacing. It costs less, takes less time and causes far less upheaval, and you keep the bath you chose. Where the whole surface is tired, we may suggest re-enamelling instead. Prices start from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Why us?
- Usually one visit, start to finish
- Colour-matched on site
- No extra charge for your area
- No need to remove anything
See our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- Doing more than one item at once
- The material and finish
- How much damage there is
- Access to the area
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You will see the full price before you book, with nothing added on the day.
Send pictures for a quote
You can usually get a fixed price without us visiting. To make it quick:
- Where you are, by postcode
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
Email us a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your TN21 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
