Oxfordshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Curbridge, Oxfordshire
We travel to Curbridge for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Snagging damage from a refit
- A kit repair that didn’t last
The process
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, then carry out the work, which normally takes two to three hours for most chips. If anything looks different from your pictures, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
- We leave it to cure; you can normally use the bath the day after.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Getting a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can give you a fixed price without visiting.
Advice
How we handle bath repair in Curbridge
Whether your bath is steel, cast iron or acrylic, we can repair it. The method changes with the material: metal baths need any rust dealt with first, and acrylic cracks need support from behind. Our technicians work on cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and pressed steel enamel, and people most frequently call us about chips under the taps and rust spots around the plughole.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard.
- Location
- Curbridge (OX29)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Different materials, different repairs
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Curbridge. What changes the price is:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The material
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Send photos for a quote
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:
- Natural light rather than flash
- Details of any past repairs
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A photo taken from further back
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
DIY kit or professional repair?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
Do you need bath repair in Curbridge?
Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else. Fittings cause damage too: water collects there, so chips nearby rust quickly.
The things customers normally mention when they call are:
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- Chips under the taps
- Holes from dropped items
- Chips on the rim or sides
What to look for in a quote
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Aftercare advice
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- When it can be used again
Curbridge questions
Will it make a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
When can I have a bath again?
Most baths can be used the next day. We will tell you the exact curing time when we finish.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
Normally, yes, if we can reach behind it. We back the hole, fill it and refinish the surface.
Will there be a smell?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
What happens next?
We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
Is a bath repair permanent?
It should, as long as the bath is firm and the area was prepared well. It’s covered by our one-year guarantee.
Curbridge and the surrounding area
Curbridge is about 2 miles south-west of Witney, in Oxfordshire. From the centre of Curbridge to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in 443 places across Oxfordshire. Our jobs stretch from Curbridge to Birmingham (about 51 miles away).
Jobs in OX29 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From Well Lane, Main Road and Dovecote Place or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Minster Lovell (2 miles north-west), Brize Norton (2 miles west), Carterton (3 miles west), Bampton (3 miles south) and Aston (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (12 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south-east), Wantage (13 miles south), Grove (12 miles south), Faringdon (9 miles south) and Kidlington (11 miles east).
What’s near Curbridge
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, The Henry Box School and Church of St John the Baptist. Nearby you’ll also find Bampton Castle (3.7 miles south) and Cogges Manor Farm Museum (2 miles east).
Repair or replace in Curbridge?
A new bath costs more than the bath itself: removal and disposal, plumbing, a new panel, tiling and decorating. A repair is one job, done in one visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Curbridge. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Curbridge
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- A fixed quote before booking
- Colour mixed on the day to match
Take a look at our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
For landlords and businesses
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there’s no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
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Aftercare tips
It’s all simple stuff:
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust sets in.
Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
