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Bath chip & crack repair in Hailey, Oxfordshire

Local bath repair for Hailey: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A kit repair that didn’t last
  • Damage beneath the taps
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair near Hailey

Bath repair in Hailey, done in place

We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. You can usually use the bath the following day. Our repair technicians work on acrylic, roll-top & freestanding and cast iron enamel, and common reasons people get in touch are an old repair that has yellowed or come loose and cracks in an acrylic bath.

The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.

Area
Hailey (OX29)
Area hub
Oxfordshire
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: a chipped, rust-stained bath around the plughole

Repairing versus replacing in Hailey

A new bath brings a chain of other jobs: the tiles sitting on the rim tend to break, the panel may not fit the new one, and a plumber has to disconnect and reconnect everything. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Our bath repair starts from £95. Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.

Why Hailey customers choose us

  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • Same prices wherever you are
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • Most jobs done in one visit

Take a look at our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £95. We do not charge extra for travel to Hailey. The price comes down to:

  • The colour and finish to match
  • How much damage there is
  • The material
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it

We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Hailey. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Quotes from your photos

You can typically get a fixed price without us visiting. To make it quick:

  • Any details about the material
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Natural light rather than flash

If you are in Hailey and want a price, photos are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Do you need bath repair in Hailey?

Rust generally starts where water sits, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.

Typical reasons for a call-out include:

  • Scuffs and scratches in the surface
  • A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
  • Cracks in an acrylic bath
  • Chips along the edge of the bath

Before you book anyone

  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • Who turns up on the day
  • What protection goes down before work starts

10 questions to ask before you book

DIY repairs versus a professional job

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.

Work for landlords and builders

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.

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 tidy away. Allow a morning or an afternoon from start to finish. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and how to look after it.

  1. We protect the bath and the floor around it.
  2. We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
  3. Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
  4. Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
  5. We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the following day.

How to prepare

  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Open a window if you can
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift

Get a quote

Email us a photo of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Hailey, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

Repairs by material

Composite and resin

Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.

Acrylic

Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. They don’t rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.

Looking after it afterwards

Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:

  • Give the bath a quick rinse after use
  • Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
  • Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
  • Have new chips seen to early

Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, as they can leave rust marks. And fix dripping taps promptly.

Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. Left for months, a small chip can grow into a large rust patch, so it pays to deal with it early.

Hailey and the surrounding area

Hailey is about 2 miles north of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in the OX29 postcode area, we come to you. Hailey is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 49 miles away.

Jobs in OX29 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Fishers Close, Hicks Close and Giernalls Road. If you’re just outside Hailey, we cover Delly End (1 mile north-east), Poffley End (1 mile south-east), New Yatt (2 miles east), Ramsden (2 miles north) and North Leigh (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (12 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles south-east), Carterton (5 miles south-west), Grove (14 miles south), Faringdon (12 miles south) and Kidlington (9 miles east).

Landmarks near Hailey

Our clients here include homes close to The King's School, Hailey Church of England Primary School and The Lamb And Flag Public House, among other places. Also close by are Church of St John the Evangelist (within half a mile south-east) and Wood Green School (1.7 miles south-east). Hailey’s nearest station is Finstock station, about 2.9 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Cogges Manor Farm Museum (2.1 miles south). Not far away are Blenheim Farm.

Map of Hailey © OpenStreetMap contributors

Common questions in Hailey

Which areas do you work in?

The whole UK, including all of Oxfordshire. Just include your postcode and we’ll offer you dates.

How do I book?

Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll do the rest.

Do I need to be at home?

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

Is a bath repair durable?

Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It’s covered by our one-year guarantee.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.

Can you price it without visiting?

Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.

Do you hold any accreditations?

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

Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?

Generally, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Check under the bath panel, or send us a photo.

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