Somerset · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Frome, Somerset
Damaged bath in Frome? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
Bath repair in Frome without replacing anything
Chips, cracks, rust spots and small holes can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. There is no plumbing to disconnect, your tiles stay as they are, and the repaired area is colour-matched so it blends in. Our technicians work on roll-top & freestanding, pressed steel enamel and cast iron enamel, and common reasons people get in touch are chips under the taps and cracks in an acrylic bath.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Where
- Frome (BA11)
- County
- Somerset
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Landlord and trade work in Frome
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Frome as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, photos and access details.
Nearby places to Frome
Other services in Frome
When to call us in Frome
Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the bath move.
Send us a photo if you notice any of these:
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Chips on the rim or sides
Comparing quotes
- How to care for the finish
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- How changes to the job are handled
Aftercare tips
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Don’t leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
A repaired bath needs no special treatment. Skip bleach and gritty creams.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, to keep water out. Take it off before we arrive.
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. Each job gets its own fixed price. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The material and finish
- How many items we do on one visit
Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Quotes from your photos
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:
- Something in shot to show the size
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- One sharp close-up of the damage
For a price in Frome, photos are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Exposed steel rusts fast, particularly by the plughole, so early repairs matter.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
About Frome
Frome is about 11 miles south of Bath, in Somerset. Whether you are in the middle of Frome or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Frome is one of 640 places in Somerset we cover.
Postcode districts we cover here: BA11. Jobs here include addresses on Market Place, High Street and King Street. With the A362 and A3098 close by, Frome is simple for us to get to. Close by, we cover Egford (1 mile west), Little Keyford (1 mile south), Hapsford (2 miles north-west), Oldford (2 miles north-east) and Tytherington (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Wells (15 miles west), Midsomer Norton (8 miles north-west), Shepton Mallet (10 miles west), Radstock (7 miles north-west), Wincanton (13 miles south) and Castle Cary (13 miles south-west). Frome is among the bigger towns we cover in Somerset.
Near you in Frome
Around Frome, we work in homes near North Hill House School, Vallis First School and The Blue Boar Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Frome station, roughly 0.5 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Nunney Castle (2.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Orchardleigh Lake and Cley Hill.
Frome questions
Do you work in Frome?
We do. We send a technician to Frome for every job, with no extra charge for travel.
Are there extra charges for Frome?
Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.
How soon can you come?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Will the price change on the day?
If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Can you redo an old repair?
Regularly. We strip it out, deal with any rust and repair it again.
Can tenants book a repair?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Is a bath repair permanent?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps it last.
What happens after I send photos?
We review the photos and send a fixed quote with dates.
What we do, step by step
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you are not left guessing. Once we are there, the work takes a few hours, depending on the damage in most cases. The room is left tidy and you’ll know when it can be used.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Before we arrive
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
Ask for 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.
Related advice
Repair or replace: which is better?
Cast iron baths especially are worth keeping: they’re very heavy to remove, especially upstairs, and a like-for-like replacement can be expensive. Repairing it leaves it where it is. Prices start from £95. The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Frome
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- We leave the room as we found it
- No need to remove anything
Take a look at our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
