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Bath Repair in Horsley Cross

Damaged bath in Horsley Cross? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Rust by the waste and overflow
  • Chips caused by builders
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath repair in Horsley Cross

How we handle bath repair in Horsley Cross

We see every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. Each is repaired in place with a one-year guarantee. Typical jobs include cracks in an acrylic bath and chips on the rim or sides, across roll-top & freestanding, whirlpool & spa baths and pressed steel enamel.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are not left on your own once we have gone.

Before and after: a damaged acrylic bath corner repaired in place
Location
Horsley Cross (CO11)
Area hub
Essex
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Different materials, different repairs

Composite and resin

Composite baths are dense and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, just like other baths.

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.

How to care for the repair

Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:

  • Put a towel in the bath if you’re working above it
  • Have new chips seen to early
  • Check that an acrylic bath doesn’t move when you stand in it
  • Get a dripping tap fixed promptly

Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before running a bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.

A small chip is a quick job. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.

Where we work around Horsley Cross

Horsley Cross is about 8 miles north of Clacton-on-Sea, in Essex. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Horsley Cross is one of 644 places in Essex we cover. Our jobs stretch from Horsley Cross to London (about 58 miles away).

Postcode districts we cover here: CO11. Neighbouring places we cover include Horsleycross Street (1 mile north), Little Bromley (2 miles north-west), Mistley (3 miles north), Manningtree (3 miles north) and Lawford (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Colchester (8 miles west), Clacton-on-Sea (8 miles south), Harwich (8 miles east), Camulodunum (9 miles west), Greenstead (6 miles west) and Wivenhoe (6 miles south-west).

What’s near Horsley Cross

Typical jobs here are in homes near The Cross Inn. The closest station to Horsley Cross is Mistley station, roughly 2.7 miles north. Open spaces near Horsley Cross include Wrabness Nature Reserve.

Map of Horsley Cross © OpenStreetMap contributors

The process

We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you’re not left guessing. On site, it takes a few hours in most cases. We leave the room clean and you will know when it can be used.

  1. We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
  2. Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
  3. We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
  4. The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
  5. The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Ensure the room can be ventilated

Get a quote

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed quote the same day in most cases.

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Related advice

What affects the price in Horsley Cross

Prices start from £95. Prices are worked out job by job, from your photos. The main factors are:

  • What kind of damage it is
  • Doing more than one item at once
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • Access to the area

Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. 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.

Send photos for a quote

Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:

  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area

If you are in Horsley Cross and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.

It’s natural to want to try a repair 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.

Why repair rather than replace?

Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: tiles along the rim usually crack when it comes out, a new panel is frequently needed, and a plumber has to disconnect and reconnect everything. A repair skips all of it. Prices start from £95. The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.

Why Horsley Cross clients choose us

  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Work done at your home or business
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor

Take a look at our full price list and bath cost comparison.

FAQs for Horsley Cross

What happens next?

You get a fixed quote and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we’ll ask for another photo.

Is there a call-out fee?

We don’t add a call-out fee. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

In nearly every case. If pictures don’t show enough, we will ask for another angle.

Can you redo an old repair?

Yes, we do this often. We strip it out, deal with any rust and repair it again.

Do I have to be there?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.

Do you cover Horsley Cross?

Yes, we do. We send a technician to Horsley Cross for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

Which areas do you work in?

All of Essex, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.

Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?

Frequently, if there’s access underneath. We back the hole, fill it and refinish the surface.

Do you need bath repair in Horsley Cross?

Rust typically starts where water sits, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.

Common reasons people in Horsley Cross contact us are:

  • Deep scratches in acrylic
  • A hole punched through by something heavy
  • Chips on the rim or sides
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic

Before you book anyone

  • Aftercare advice
  • How the colour is matched
  • When it can be used again
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers

Choosing a repair company

Work for landlords and builders

We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access.

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

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