Bath and North East Somerset · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Dunkerton, Bath and North East Somerset
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homes and businesses in Dunkerton and across Bath and North East Somerset. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.
- Repairs from £95
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- A chip where the taps sit
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that’s the part we put right.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
How we handle bath repair in Dunkerton
Whatever has happened to the bath, we aim for the same result: a repair that is smooth, sound and hard to spot. We prepare the area properly, fill and shape it, then match the colour and gloss so it sits flush with the rest of the bath. Our repair technicians work on cast iron enamel, acrylic and whirlpool & spa baths, and people most often call us about chips under the taps and rusty patches near the plughole.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Dunkerton (BA2)
- Area hub
- Bath and North East Somerset
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Also near Dunkerton
Also in Dunkerton
When to call us in Dunkerton
Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else, with dropped shower heads close behind. Fittings cause damage too: water collects there, so chips nearby rust quickly.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Damage beneath the taps
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
Before you book anyone
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How to look after the finish
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
Common questions in Dunkerton
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including older coloured suites.
How soon can you come?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit typically costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We look at the photos and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.
Is there a call-out fee?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Do you come to Dunkerton?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Dunkerton and the rest of Bath and North East Somerset. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
How do I book?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787.
Can tenants book a repair?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
Dunkerton and nearby
Dunkerton is about 4 miles south-west of Bath, in Bath and North East Somerset. We visit clients in Dunkerton, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. Dunkerton is one of 136 places in Bath and North East Somerset we cover.
Jobs in BA2 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Neighbouring places we cover include Longhouse (1 mile north), Withyditch (1 mile west), Nailwell (1 mile north), Priston (1 mile north-west) and Carlingcott (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Bath (4 miles north-east), Keynsham (6 miles north-west), Bathwick (5 miles north-east), Walcot (5 miles north-east), Westmoreland (3 miles north-east) and Kingsmead (4 miles north-east).
Around Dunkerton
Around Dunkerton, we work in homes near Saint Gregory's Catholic College, Church of All Saints and Prince of Wales pub. The nearest railway station is Oldfield Park station, roughly 3.5 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Royal United Hospital (4.1 miles north) and SouthGate (4 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Stephen's Vale Nature Reserve and Hunstrete Lake.
What affects the price in Dunkerton
Repairs from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Access to the area
- How many items we do on one visit
- The size and number of damaged areas
Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Quotes from your pictures
When you take your pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Something in shot to show the size
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Natural light rather than flash
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Work for landlords and builders
Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
How it works
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and start once you’re happy with the plan. It usually takes a few hours, and you can get on with other things while we are there.
- We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
- We leave it to cure; you can generally use the bath the day after.
How to prepare
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Ask for a price
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
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Aftercare tips
Nothing complicated is needed:
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Have new chips seen to early
- Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
There is nothing special to do after a repair. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners and rinse after use.
Do not leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.
Why repair rather than replace?
Swapping a damaged bath for a new one usually means a plumber, removing the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and getting rid of the old bath. Repairing it deals only with the damage in one visit. Prices start from £95. We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Dunkerton
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Usually one visit, start to finish
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
Read our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
