Reading · England
Bath Repair in Fords Farm
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths in Fords Farm, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips under the taps
- Holes from dropped items
About our bath repair in Fords Farm
Chips, cracks, rust spots and small holes can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. There is no plumbing to disconnect, the tiles aren’t touched, and the repaired area is colour matched so it blends in. We are frequently asked to fix scuffs and scratches in the surface and an old repair that has yellowed or come loose, in roll-top & freestanding, acrylic and whirlpool & spa baths.
Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Fords Farm and across Reading.
- Where
- Fords Farm (RG30, RG31)
- County
- Reading
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Different materials, different repairs
Pressed steel
Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Exposed steel rusts fast, particularly by the plughole, so early repairs matter.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that’s what we repair.
What we cannot put right
In fairness, there are a few things a repair will not fix:
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Where we work around Fords Farm
Fords Farm is about 2 miles west of Reading, in Reading. Jobs in Fords Farm are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. We work in 34 places across Reading, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Fords Farm to London (40 miles away).
Here we cover the RG30 and RG31 postcode area. Streets in the area include Low Lane, Mill Lane and Bath Road, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Fords Farm: Horncastle (1 mile north), Southcote (1 mile east), Burghfield Bridge (1 mile south), Beansheaf Farm (1 mile west) and Calcot (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Caversham (4 miles north-east), Shinfield (4 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (7 miles south-east), Caversham Heights (3 miles north-east), Whitley Wood (3 miles south-east) and Sonning Common (6 miles north).
Landmarks near Fords Farm
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Kennet Valley Primary School, Prospect School and Calcot Park, among other places. Also close by are Elvian School (1.1 miles east), St Matthew's (0.6 miles east) and The Cunning Man pub (0.6 miles south). The closest station to Fords Farm is Reading Green Park station, about 1.4 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Battle Hospital (1.7 miles north-east) and Beaumys Castle (4.8 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and South Lake.
Towns and villages near Fords Farm
Also in Fords Farm
Your questions about bath repair in Fords Farm
Will it make a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
What happens after I send pictures?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote with dates.
How do I get a price for bath repair in Fords Farm?
Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Do you cover the entire of Reading?
Across the UK, so Fords Farm is covered. Prices do not change with location.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Of course, and it normally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and we’ll quote them together.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Do you work in Fords Farm?
Yes. We cover the whole UK and travel to Fords Farm. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes. We remove the rust and loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Landlord and trade work in Fords Farm
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
Aftercare tips
Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before running a bath. After that, gentle cleaning keeps it looking good.
If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath until it’s repaired. Water under the bath can damage the floor and the ceiling below.
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- What kind of damage it is
- The material and finish
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking.
Getting a price from pictures
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:
- Where you are, by postcode
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- The material, if you know it
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, add your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Repairing versus replacing in Fords Farm
Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: tiles along the rim usually crack when it comes out, a new panel is often needed, and a plumber has to disconnect and reconnect everything. A repair skips all of it. Prices start from £95. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
What you get with us
- Most jobs done in one visit
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Everything repaired in place
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
Read our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
What we do, step by step
There’s not much you need to do on the day. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we’ll get on with it. The job generally runs to a morning or an afternoon.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, normally the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures using our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Related advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
