Wiltshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Ham, Wiltshire
Fixed-price bath repair in Ham and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Impact holes in acrylic
About our bath repair in Ham
Whether your bath is steel, cast iron or acrylic, we can repair it. Each material is repaired a little differently: rust is treated on metal baths, while cracks in acrylic are reinforced from underneath. Typical jobs include rust by the waste and overflow and a chipped rim or side, in pressed steel enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and acrylic.
All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Ham (SN8)
- Area hub
- Wiltshire
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Ham and the surrounding area
Ham is about 9 miles west of Newbury, in Wiltshire. Jobs in Ham are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. Ham is one of 425 towns and villages in Wiltshire where we work. You can also see our page for London, about 62 miles away.
Every address in SN8 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From Church Road, Ham Road and Spray Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Shalbourne (1 mile west), Rivar (1 mile south-west), Buttermere (1 mile south-east), Bagshot (1 mile north-west) and Little Bedwyn (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Marlborough (9 miles north-west), Bulford (15 miles south-west), Pewsey (10 miles west), Aldbourne (9 miles north-west), Burbage (6 miles west) and Ramsbury (6 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Ham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Crown and Anchor pub, Shalbourne CofE Primary School and Church of All Saints and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Bedwyn station, roughly 3.2 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bedwyn Stone Museum (3.4 miles west). Not far away are Inkpen Hill and Kintbury Newt Ponds.
Other services in Ham
Landlords, agents and businesses in Ham
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we will arrange it.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Should you replace it?
Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: they’re very heavy to remove, especially upstairs, and replacing like for like isn’t cheap. Repairing it leaves it where it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of 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 Ham
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- A fixed quote before booking
- One-year guarantee on every repair
Take a look at our full price list and bath cost comparison.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They don’t rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
What a repair cannot fix
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair won’t do:
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
Looking after it afterwards
How the surface is treated afterwards matters. Here’s what we suggest:
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- 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.
Do not leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
Ham: your questions answered
Do you cover Ham?
Yes. We cover the whole UK and travel to Ham and the rest of Wiltshire. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you will get one combined price.
Are there extra charges for Ham?
There is no separate call-out charge. Your fixed price includes everything.
Do the materials smell?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
In most cases. Send us a photo of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Tell us about it when you send photos.
How do I book?
Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, access to the room.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
When to call us in Ham
Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else, with dropped shower heads close behind. Taps and wastes cause problems too: water collects there, so chips nearby rust quickly.
Look out for any of the following:
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- A chipped rim or side
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if they find more damage
- How the room is protected while they work
- What aftercare is recommended
- Whether a trained technician does the job
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
What we do, step by step
Once we’re through the door, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes a morning or an afternoon, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- The repair is left to cure, and most baths can be used the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Clear the area around the damage
Get a quote
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
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