Somerset · England
Bath Repair for Holditch homes
Problem with your bath in Holditch? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Snagging damage from a refit
About our bath repair in Holditch
A repair fixes just the damaged area and blends it into the rest of the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. You can usually use the bath the next day. Typical jobs include damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and scratches you can feel with a fingernail, across acrylic, cast iron enamel and whirlpool & spa baths.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there is a problem and we will sort it.
- Area
- Holditch (TA20)
- Area hub
- Somerset
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we work around Holditch
Holditch is about 4 miles south of Chard, in Somerset. Across the TA20 area, a technician comes to you. Holditch is one of 640 places in Somerset where we work.
All of TA20 is within our area. We also travel to Tytherleigh (2 miles west), Tatworth (2 miles north-west), Chardstock (2 miles north-west), All Saints (2 miles west) and Ammerham (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Taunton (15 miles north-west), Yeovil (15 miles north-east), Chard (4 miles north), Crewkerne (7 miles north-east), Wilton (15 miles north-west) and Ilminster (7 miles north).
Near you in Holditch
The closest station to Holditch is Axminster station, about 4.3 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Chard Plumbing Museum (3.9 miles north-west) and Marshwood Castle (4.9 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Payne's Down.
What we are called out for in Holditch
Dropped items cause the majority of chips, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Cracks in acrylic have a different cause: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.
The most common problems we’re called about are:
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Chips caused by builders
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How changes to the job are handled
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
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FAQs for Holditch
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes, very frequently. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
How long before I can use the bath?
Most baths can be used the day after. We confirm the time before we leave.
Can pets and children be at home?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Will the repair last?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps it last.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.
What areas do you cover?
All of Somerset, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.
Repairs by material
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that is the part we put right.
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.
The process
We work cleanly and quietly. Protection goes down first, then the job itself takes two to three hours for most chips. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- 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.
- We leave it to cure; you can generally use the bath the next day.
How to prepare
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Getting a price
There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Advice
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. Prices are worked out job by job. What matters most is:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The material and finish
- Whether we combine several jobs
Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Send photos for a quote
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:
- Natural light rather than flash
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.
Should you replace it?
When the bath is otherwise sound, repairing beats replacing. It costs less, takes less time and causes far less upheaval, and the bathroom stays as it is. Where the whole surface is tired, we may suggest re-enamelling instead. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send photos and you will get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Holditch
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Colour-matched on site
- Nothing taken out or refitted
See our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Holditch
Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
For anyone letting property in or around Holditch, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we’ll price them together.
Can I fix it myself?
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.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
How to care for the repair
Nothing complicated is needed:
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Have new chips seen to early
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, as they can leave rust marks. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. 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.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
