Dorset · England

Bath chip & crack repair in Horton Heath, Dorset

Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homes and businesses in Horton Heath and across Dorset. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
  • Deep scratches in acrylic
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair for Horton Heath homes

How we handle bath repair in Horton Heath

Whether your bath is steel, cast iron or acrylic, we can repair it. Each material is repaired a little differently: metal baths need any rust dealt with first, and acrylic cracks need support from behind. Our repair technicians work on pressed steel enamel, acrylic and whirlpool & spa baths, and common reasons people get in touch are chips under the taps and a chipped rim or side.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are covered after the visit.

Location
Horton Heath (BH21)
Region
Dorset
Cover
A year, on every repair
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Rusty chip next to a bath plughole, before and after repair

Work for landlords and builders

We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details and we’ll handle the rest.

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Horton Heath as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it usually costs far less than a refit.

FAQs for Horton Heath

Do you come to Horton Heath?

We do. Technicians travel to Horton Heath from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.

Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?

Generally, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Check under the bath panel, or send us a picture.

Can you repair several things at once?

Of course, and it usually saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you’ll get one combined price.

How do I book?

Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we’ll do the rest.

Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?

Usually, yes, if we can reach behind it. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.

Is there a guarantee?

Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.

Different materials, different repairs

Pressed steel

Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.

Composite and resin

Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.

Repairing versus replacing in Horton Heath

Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. In most cases it doesn’t: a proper repair gives it years more use, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Our bath repair starts from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Why us?

  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • Usually one visit, start to finish
  • No extra charge for your area
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor

Read our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

What we are called out for in Horton Heath

A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: bottles, shower heads and razors are dropped every day, and fittings press hard against the enamel. Over time, chips and rust spots are almost inevitable.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • Rust by the waste and overflow
  • Chips under the taps
  • Chips on the rim or sides
  • A hole punched through by something heavy

What to look for in a quote

  • What prep work is covered
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • Who turns up on the day

10 questions to ask before you book

When we’d advise against a repair

A repair is not right for every job, including:

  • A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
  • Wear across the whole surface, which needs re-enamelling
  • Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.

Surfaces we repair

  • Acrylic
  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Cast iron enamel
  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Whirlpool & spa baths

What we do, step by step

On the day, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job normally takes a few hours, depending on the damage. We clean up when we’re done and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. We protect the bath and the floor around it.
  2. We clean, key and degrease the damage.
  3. We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
  4. Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, normally the day after.

How to prepare

  • Let us know about parking or access
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive

How to get a price

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

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Can I fix it myself?

What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.

How to look after the repair

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Have new chips seen to early
  • Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
  • Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning

Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust sets in.

Stop using the bath if a crack lets water through until it’s repaired. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.

Covering Horton Heath

Horton Heath is about 2 miles south-west of Verwood, in Dorset. Across the BH21 area, we come to you. We work in 462 places across Dorset.

Postcode districts we cover here: BH21. Neighbouring places we cover include Knob's Crook (1 mile north), Mannington (1 mile south-east), Lower Mannington (1 mile south-east), Lower Row (1 mile south-west) and Haythorne (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Christchurch (11 miles south-east), Wimborne Minster (5 miles south-west), Blandford Forum (11 miles west), Ferndown (4 miles south), Broadstone (8 miles south-west) and Corfe Mullen (7 miles south-west).

Landmarks near Horton Heath

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Emmanuel Middle Church of England Middle School. Well-known places in the area include Cranborne Castle Hill (3.8 miles north) and St Leonard's Hospital (4 miles south-east).

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