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Bath Repair in Hicks Forstal
Bath repair across Hicks Forstal and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped rim or side
- Impact holes in acrylic
Bath repair in Hicks Forstal without replacing anything
We have repaired just about every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. All of it is repaired where the bath stands with a one-year guarantee. We regularly repair roll-top & freestanding, whirlpool & spa baths and pressed steel enamel, and people most often call us about damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and deep scratches in acrylic.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you’re covered after the visit.
- Location
- Hicks Forstal (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we can’t put right
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
Repair or replace: which is better?
If the rest of the bath is in good condition, a repair is almost always the better choice. It costs less, takes less time and causes far less upheaval, and you keep the bath you chose. If the whole surface is worn, re-enamelling may make more sense, and we’ll tell you. Prices start from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.
Why us?
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
Take a look at our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Nearby places to Hicks Forstal
What else we do in Hicks Forstal
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. There is no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Exposed steel rusts fast, especially around the waste, so repair chips early.
When to call us in Hicks Forstal
Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Legs that aren’t adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the bath move.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed:
- A cracked acrylic bath
- A chip where the taps sit
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- Snagging damage from a refit
Before you book anyone
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How soon you can use it again
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How changes to the job are handled
Hicks Forstal: your questions answered
Can you redo an old repair?
Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Tell us about it when you send photos.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Do you come to Hicks Forstal?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Hicks Forstal. Send photos and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you match an avocado or pink bath?
Yes. The colour is mixed on site to suit your bath, including older coloured suites.
Is a bath repair permanent?
It should, as long as the bath is firm and the area was prepared well. It carries our one-year guarantee.
Are you accredited?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Will there be a smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It fades as everything cures.
Will you leave a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we have finished.
How it works
When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a morning or an afternoon. We clean up when we are done and let you know when you can use it again.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Getting a price
Most clients in Hicks Forstal get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Advice
Hicks Forstal and nearby
Hicks Forstal is about 2 miles south of Herne Bay, in Kent. Wherever you are in the CT3 postcode area, a technician comes to you. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Hicks Forstal to London (about 54 miles away).
Every address in CT3 is covered. Other places close to Hicks Forstal include Calcott (1 mile south-west), Herne Common (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile east), Herne (1 mile north) and Bullockstone (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (4 miles south-west), Margate (12 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (13 miles east) and Whitstable (4 miles west).
Local landmarks in Hicks Forstal
Our clients here include homes close to Spires Academy and Curtis Wood. Hicks Forstal’s nearest station is Sturry station, about 2.2 miles south of the centre. A little further out are St Martins Hospital (3.9 miles south) and Canterbury Castle (4.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Hicks Forstal includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Can I fix it myself?
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. There is no area surcharge for Hicks Forstal. The price reflects:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Access to the area
- The type of damage
- The material
We charge the same wherever you are, so there’s no premium for Hicks Forstal. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Quotes from your pictures
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what we need:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.
Work for landlords and builders
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Kent and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
