Kent · England
Bath Repair in Grafty Green
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homes and businesses in Grafty Green and across Kent. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- A chipped rim or side
Honest limits
It helps to know what we can’t do:
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we repair
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
How we handle bath repair in Grafty Green
Most of our bath repairs take a few hours, and you can normally bathe again the day after. There’s no need to book a plumber or tiler, because nothing is disconnected. Common call-outs are for a chipped rim or side and impact holes in acrylic, on cast iron enamel, pressed steel enamel and acrylic.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Where
- Grafty Green (ME17)
- County
- Kent
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Places near Grafty Green
Other services in Grafty Green
How to look after the repair
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust sets in.
If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath. Water under the bath can damage the floor and the ceiling below.
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. You will not pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The material and finish
- How many areas need work
A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Quotes from your pictures
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Try to send:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Any details about the material
- Natural light rather than flash
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We will say straight away if a repair is the right fix.
About Grafty Green
Grafty Green is about 8 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. We travel to homes and businesses in Grafty Green and the surrounding area, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. Grafty Green is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We work right across the region, from Grafty Green to London (about 39 miles away).
Our technicians cover all of ME17 and the streets around it. We regularly work on streets such as Church Road, Woodcock Lane and Headcorn Road. Nearby, we also work in Liverton Street (1 mile north), Boughton Malherbe (1 mile north-east), Broadstone (1 mile south-west), Eastwood (1 mile west) and Platt's Heath (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (8 miles north-west), Ashford (9 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Minster (15 miles north) and Kings Hill (13 miles west).
Local landmarks in Grafty Green
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of St Nicholas, The Kings Head Public House and Kiln Wood, among other places. Nearby too are Platts Heath Primary School (1 mile north) and The Lenham School (2.4 miles north-east). For rail, the closest station is Lenham station, roughly 2.1 miles north-east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around The Dog Collar Museum (3.4 miles north-west) and Coldbridge Castle (1 mile south-east).
The process
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, and get on with the job, which usually takes a few hours. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we’ll explain it before carrying on.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure the area is dry
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Get a quote
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, add your postcode and send them to us. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.
Advice
Should you replace it?
Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. Typically it does not: a proper repair gives it years more use, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Prices start from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Grafty Green
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Work done at your home or business
- One price list for the whole UK
- Most jobs done in one visit
Read our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Repairs by material
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Chips rust quickly on steel, particularly by the plughole, so repair chips early.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, which makes it well worth repairing.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
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 generally cheaper.
For landlords and businesses
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Letting agents often send us pictures 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.
Questions from Grafty Green
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
Normally, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a photo.
Is a bath repair permanent?
A properly prepared repair should last a long time, and ours come with a one-year guarantee. Gentle cleaning helps.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
How long before I can use the bath?
Most baths can be used the next day. We confirm the time before we leave.
Is the work guaranteed?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Do you work in Grafty Green?
We do. We send a technician to Grafty Green for every job, with no extra charge for travel.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
