West Sussex · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Funtington, West Sussex
Damaged bath in Funtington? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Rusty patches near the plughole
Bath repair in Funtington without replacing anything
We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which is far cheaper than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. Most baths can be used again the next day. Our technicians work on roll-top & freestanding, whirlpool & spa baths and acrylic, and people most frequently call us about scuffs and scratches in the surface and a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting.
You’re covered after we leave: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before booking.
- Where
- Funtington (PO18)
- County
- West Sussex
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Our work in Funtington
Funtington is about 4 miles north-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex. Our nearest city page is London, about 55 miles away.
Our technicians cover all of PO18. Whether you live on Church Lane, Lynch Down and Weston Lane or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. If you’re just outside Funtington, we cover West Ashling (1 mile south-east), East Ashling (1 mile south-east), Hambrook (1 mile south-west), Racton (1 mile west) and Lordington (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (9 miles south-east), Chichester (4 miles south-east), Selsey (10 miles south), Littlehampton (15 miles east), Emsworth (4 miles west) and Portfield (5 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Funtington
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Fox And Hounds Public House, Funtington Primary School and The Parish Church of St Mary and the streets around them. The closest station to Funtington is Nutbourne station, roughly 1.8 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Chichester Castle (4.3 miles south-east) and Emsworth Museum (3.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Funtington includes Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
How the visit works
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and clear up. Allow two to three hours for most chips from start to finish. Before we go, we will explain when it can be used and how to care for it.
- First, we check the damage against your pictures and agree the plan.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
Get a quote
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
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Should you replace it?
Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: the tiles sitting on the rim tend to break, a new panel is often needed, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Our bath repair starts from £95. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Funtington
- We leave the room as we found it
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
See our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Funtington
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in West Sussex and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
Different materials, different repairs
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, in much the same way.
What we can’t put right
It helps to know what we can’t do:
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we repair
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
How to care for the repair
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Don’t leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Don’t leave a fresh chip for long
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, because they can mark the enamel. And fix dripping taps promptly.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. Left for months, a small chip can grow into a large rust patch, so early repair keeps the cost down.
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. You will know the full cost before you book. We take into account:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- What the surface is made of
- How much damage there is
We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Funtington. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
How to get a fixed price
When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:
- The material, if you know it
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
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 price the job.
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Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
FAQs for Funtington
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes, coloured baths are no problem. The colour is tinted by hand on the day.
Will I be able to see the repair?
We aim for a repair you can’t easily find. How well it disappears depends on the condition of the rest of the bath, and we will tell you what to expect.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes, it’s one of the most common repairs we do. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Typically, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one, so let us know about it.
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.
How much does bath repair cost in Funtington?
Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up and a photo of the whole item and your postcode.
Are there extra charges for Funtington?
There’s no separate call-out charge. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.
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