Kent · England
Bath Repair in Highstead
Problem with your bath in Highstead? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
Why repair rather than replace?
Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: removal and disposal, plumbing, a new panel, tiling and decorating. With a repair, it’s one visit and one price. Prices start from £95. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.
What you get with us
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Usually one visit, start to finish
See our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Bath repair in Highstead without replacing anything
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. Our technicians work on cast iron enamel, pressed steel enamel and whirlpool & spa baths, and people most frequently call us about rusty patches near the plughole and holes from dropped items.
Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Highstead (CT3, CT6)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Highstead: your questions answered
How soon can you come?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Are there extra charges for Highstead?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Do you work in Highstead?
Yes, we do. We send a technician to Highstead for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
In most cases. We remove the old repair before doing a new one.
Are you accredited?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
Normally. Send us a picture of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.
What do you need from me?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.
Can you quote from photos?
Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
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Aftercare tips
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Deal with new chips early, before rust can start.
A small chip is a quick job. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so early repair saves time and money.
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. You’ll know the full cost before booking. We look at:
- Access to the area
- How many items we do on one visit
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
Send photos for a quote
You can usually get a fixed quote without us visiting. To make it quick:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
If you’re in Highstead and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Can I fix it myself?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
For landlords and businesses
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Highstead use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it generally costs far less than a refit.
If you manage property in Highstead, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we will come back with a combined price.
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, finished with fired enamel. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the bath itself lasts for generations, so it’s always worth repairing.
What happens on the day
Arrival times are agreed in advance. Once we are there, the work takes a few hours, depending on the damage in most cases. We leave the room clean and you will know when it can be used.
- First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Ensure the area is dry
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
Getting a price
To get a price, send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We’ll say immediately whether it can be repaired.
Advice
What we’re called out for in Highstead
Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else, with dropped shower heads close behind. Taps and wastes cause problems too: water sits around them, and any chip there soon rusts.
The most common problems we are called about are:
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- Chips on the rim or sides
Comparing quotes
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- Who turns up on the day
Covering Highstead
Highstead is about 2 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Clients in Highstead get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. We work in all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our nearest city page is London, about 56 miles away.
Our visits in CT3 and CT6 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Highstead include Hawthorn (1 mile north), Boyden Gate (1 mile south-east), Millbank (1 mile south-west), Old Tree (1 mile south) and Hillborough (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (7 miles south-west), Margate (9 miles east), Ramsgate (10 miles east), Broadstairs (11 miles east), Whitstable (6 miles west) and Deal (13 miles south-east).
What’s near Highstead
Our clients here include homes close to Bishopstone Cliffs, Church of St Mary the Virgin and Hog & Donkey pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Herne Bay station, about 2.7 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (5.6 miles west). For a walk, there is West Blean and Thornden Woods.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
