Dorset · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Horton, Dorset
Our technicians come to Horton 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
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Chips along the edge of the bath
Bath repair in Horton without replacing anything
We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which is far cheaper than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. You can typically use the bath the following day. We regularly repair acrylic, cast iron enamel and pressed steel enamel, and people most often call us about damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and hairline or through cracks in acrylic.
You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Horton as everywhere else we work.
- Where
- Horton (BH21)
- Region
- Dorset
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Repair or replace: which is better?
Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: getting one out, particularly from an upstairs bathroom, is a big job, and replacing like for like is not cheap. A repair keeps it in place. Our bath repair starts from £95. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why Horton clients choose us
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
Read our full price list and bath cost comparison.
Questions from Horton
Will the repair show?
We aim for a repair you cannot easily find. The rest of the bath’s condition makes a difference.
Will the repair last?
Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It’s covered by our one-year guarantee.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Generally, yes. Let us know what was used before and we’ll plan for it.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Can you redo an old repair?
Regularly. The old material comes out, any rust is treated, then we repair it properly.
How do I book?
Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Do you cover Horton?
We do. Technicians travel to Horton from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes, very frequently. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.
Common problems we fix in Horton
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, a chip that reaches the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
The things customers typically mention when they call are:
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Holes from dropped items
Comparing quotes
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether they match the colour on site
- How soon you can use it again
- Aftercare advice
Covering Horton
Horton is about 4 miles west of Verwood, in Dorset. Jobs in Horton are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. Horton is one of 462 towns and villages in Dorset where we work.
Every address in BH21 is within our area. Neighbouring places we cover include Haythorne (1 mile north-east), Chalbury Common (1 mile south-west), Holt Wood (1 mile south), Hinton Martell (1 mile south-west) and Gaunt's Common (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Christchurch (12 miles south-east), Wimborne Minster (4 miles south), Blandford Forum (9 miles west), Verwood (4 miles east), Shaftesbury (14 miles north-west) and Ferndown (5 miles south-east).
Around Horton
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of St Wolfrida and the streets around them. Nearby you’ll also find Cranborne Castle Hill (3.6 miles north-east) and St Leonard's Hospital (5.6 miles south-east).
Nearby places to Horton
What else we do in Horton
The process
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a few hours, depending on the damage. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we’ll explain it before carrying on.
- First, we check the damage against your pictures and agree the plan.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know about parking or access
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Have a window or extractor fan available
Get a quote
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We will say straight away whether it can be repaired.
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Honest limits
We would rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
- A whole bath that is dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
Repairs by material
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, with a fused enamel surface. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the bath itself lasts for generations, so it’s always worth repairing.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
How to look after the repair
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, clean it as you would the rest of the bath, avoiding abrasives.
Small chips are quick to repair. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so early repair saves time and money.
Landlord and trade work in Horton
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Horton as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
Hospitality businesses cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
Can I fix it myself?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
