Hampshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Harestock, Hampshire
Our technicians come to Harestock for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Holes from dropped items
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
Harestock questions
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Of course, and it generally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes, coloured baths are no problem. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
How invisible is a bath repair?
We aim for a repair you cannot easily find. The rest of the bath’s condition makes a difference, and we’ll tell you what to expect.
How long before I can use the bath?
Generally the following day. We confirm the time before we leave.
Is a bath repair durable?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps.
Are you accredited?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Bath repair in Harestock, done in place
Whether your bath is steel, cast iron or acrylic, we can repair it. The method changes with the material: rust is treated on metal baths, while cracks in acrylic are reinforced from underneath. Whether it’s chips on the rim or sides and rust spots around the plughole, we can help, whatever the material.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Location
- Harestock (SO22)
- Area hub
- Hampshire
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
When we’d advise against a repair
We will not take on work that will not last, so these are the limits:
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- A steel bath rusted through
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Harestock
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
Keeping it looking good
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:
- Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Have new chips seen to early
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so it pays to deal with it early.
Different materials, different repairs
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Chips rust quickly on steel, especially around the waste, so early repairs matter.
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, 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.
What we are called out for in Harestock
Dropped items cause the majority of chips, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.
Most people get in touch when they notice something like this:
- Damage beneath the taps
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
What to look for in a quote
- Whether they match the colour on site
- How changes to the job are handled
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
Nearby places to Harestock
Other services in Harestock
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:
- How hard the colour is to match
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The material
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.
Quotes from your pictures
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Please include:
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Natural light rather than flash
If you are in Harestock and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
What happens on the day
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can carry on at home. Protection goes down first, then the job itself takes a few hours, depending on the damage. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.
- 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.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Get a quote
Call 0345 017 0787 or use 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
Harestock and the surrounding area
Harestock is about 2 miles north-west of Winchester, in Hampshire. Customers in Harestock get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed price from your photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Harestock is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. You can also see our page for London, about 61 miles away.
Jobs in SO22 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Kennel Lane, Burley Road and Stoney Lane, all of which we cover. We also travel to Littleton (1 mile north-west), Weeke (1 mile south), Abbotts Barton (1 mile south-east), Hyde (1 mile south-east) and Headbourne Worthy (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastleigh (8 miles south), Andover (11 miles north-west), Totton (14 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (7 miles south), Hedge End (12 miles south) and Romsey (9 miles south-west).
Near you in Harestock
Typical jobs here are in homes near Harestock Primary School, Saint Barnabas and Henry Beaufort School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Winchester station, roughly 1.2 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Royal Observer Corps Museum (1.1 miles south-east) and Royal Hampshire County Hospital (1.5 miles south). Not far away are Twyford Down and Winnall Moors.
Landlord and trade work in Harestock
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. Several plots can be done in one visit.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
