Dorset · England

Bath chip & crack repair in Folke, Dorset

Our technicians come to Folke for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
  • Chips caused by builders
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath repair in Folke?

How we handle bath repair in Folke

You do not need a new bath because of a chip. Our technicians fill, shape and refinish the damage, with the colour mixed on site. Our repair technicians work on acrylic, pressed steel enamel and whirlpool & spa baths, and people most often call us about chips caused by builders and a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting.

All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.

Before and after: a chipped, rust-stained bath around the plughole
Where
Folke (DT9)
County
Dorset
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

FAQs for Folke

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners in Folke.

Will the price change on the day?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

Are you a vetted contractor?

We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

Will I be able to see the repair?

The goal is a repair that blends in. The rest of the bath’s condition makes a difference, and we’ll tell you what to expect.

Does someone need to be in?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.

Will there be a smell?

A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.

Can you repair a failed DIY repair?

Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Mention it when you send pictures.

Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?

Frequently, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a picture.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Cast iron

Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.

Acrylic

Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. There is no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.

What we can’t put right

Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits too:

  • A steel bath rusted through
  • Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
  • A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)

Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.

Materials we repair

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

Repair or replace in Folke?

Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: removal and disposal, plumbing, a new panel, tiling and decorating. With a repair, it’s one visit and one price. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.

Why us?

  • Colour mixed on the day to match
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • A fixed quote before you book
  • Typically one visit, start to finish

Take a look at our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

Where we work around Folke

Folke is about 7 miles east of Yeovil, in Dorset. Wherever you are in the DT9 postcode area, we carry out the work at your property. Folke is one of 462 places in Dorset where we work.

Our repair technicians cover all of the DT9 postcode area and the streets around it. If you’re just outside Folke, we cover Alweston (1 mile north-east), North Wootton (1 mile north), Bishop's Caundle (2 miles east), Goathill (2 miles north-east) and Caundle Wake (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Dorchester (14 miles south), Blandford Forum (15 miles east), Gillingham (12 miles north-east), Shaftesbury (14 miles north-east), Fordington (14 miles south) and Peacemarsh (12 miles north-east).

Local landmarks in Folke

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Parish Church of St Lawrence and The Three Elms pub. For rail, the closest station is Sherborne station, roughly 2 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Sherborne Old Castle (2.1 miles north) and Castleton Mill (2.3 miles north).

Map of Folke © OpenStreetMap contributors

Keeping it looking good

How the surface is treated afterwards matters:

  • A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
  • Rinse it down after each bath
  • Do not leave a fresh chip for long
  • Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath

Do not leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, as they can leave rust marks. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.

A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.

How the visit works

Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, and get on with the job, which typically takes a morning or an afternoon. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.

  1. Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
  2. We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
  3. We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
  4. We match both the colour and the shine.
  5. We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.

Before we arrive

  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible

Getting a price

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures through our quote form or ring us. We’ll say right away if a repair is the right fix.

Send photos for a quote

Related advice

When to call us in Folke

Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tools, tiles and fittings get dropped into the bath, often before anyone notices. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • Scuffs and scratches in the surface
  • Rust spots around the plughole
  • A chip where the taps sit
  • A cracked acrylic bath

What to look for in a quote

  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • Who turns up on the day
  • Whether they match the colour on site

Our hiring checklist

Landlords, agents and businesses in Folke

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Folke as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it normally costs far less than a refit.

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.

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