Essex · England
Bath Repair for Hobbs Cross homes
Our technicians come to Hobbs Cross for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Holes from dropped items
Why repair rather than replace?
For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It’s a fraction of the cost of a new bath and fitting, it takes one visit, and nothing else in the room changes. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
What you get with us
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- One price list for the entire UK
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Rooms protected and left tidy
Take a look at our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Bath repair in Hobbs Cross, done in place
You do not need a new bath because of a chip. We fill the damage, shape it to the curve of the bath and refinish it, with the colour mixed on site. If you’re dealing with chips along the edge of the bath and deep scratches in acrylic, we can typically put it right.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Essex.
- Area
- Hobbs Cross (CM16)
- Area hub
- Essex
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
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The process
From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes two to three hours for most chips, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, typically the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Get a quote
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.
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Looking after it afterwards
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:
- Store metal items away from the bath
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, because they can mark the enamel. And fix dripping taps promptly.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. Left for months, a small chip can grow into a large rust patch, so it pays to deal with it early.
FAQs for Hobbs Cross
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
In most cases. We reinforce the crack from behind, then fill and refinish the front, so we need access under the bath.
Do the materials smell?
There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the materials cure.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Typically. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
How much does bath repair cost in Hobbs Cross?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed price based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the entire item with your CM16 postcode.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Do you come to Hobbs Cross?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Hobbs Cross. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Hobbs Cross and nearby
Hobbs Cross is about 3 miles north-east of Loughton, in Essex. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. We cover 644 places across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 15 miles away.
Here we cover the CM16 postcode area. Other places close to Hobbs Cross include Theydon Garnon (1 mile west), Steward's Green (1 mile north), Fiddlers Hamlet (1 mile north), Abridge (2 miles south) and Ivy Chimneys (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Harlow (7 miles north), Brentwood (8 miles south-east), Billericay (13 miles east), Loughton (3 miles south-west), Waltham Abbey (5 miles west) and Harold Wood (7 miles south-east).
Near you in Hobbs Cross
Our clients here include homes close to Church of All Saints and St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled School. Further afield, we also cover the area around St. Margaret's Hospital (2.3 miles north) and Epping Signalling Museum (1.7 miles north-west). Not far away are Gernon Bushes.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Hobbs Cross
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details and we’ll arrange it.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Hobbs Cross use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
What your bath is made of matters
Cast iron
A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that is what we repair.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The type of damage
- Access to the area
We charge the same wherever you are, so there’s no premium for Hobbs Cross. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Quotes from your photos
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Any details about the material
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
For a price in Hobbs Cross, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
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 the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
What a repair cannot fix
A repair isn’t right for every job, for example:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
