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Bath Repair in Houghton Green

Our repair technicians come to Houghton Green for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips along the edge of the bath
  • A kit repair that didn’t last
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath repair in Houghton Green?

Bath repair in Houghton Green without replacing anything

It pays to repair bath damage while it’s small. Exposed metal on enamelled baths soon rusts, while cracks in acrylic grow each time the bath moves. Repairing it stops the damage getting worse. Typical jobs include rust spots around the plughole and a chip where the taps sit, on acrylic, cast iron enamel and whirlpool & spa baths.

Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Houghton Green and across East Sussex.

Location
Houghton Green (TN31)
Region
East Sussex
Cover
One year on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Acrylic bath corner rebuilt by Surface Doctor, before and after

Should I try a DIY kit first?

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 normally cheaper.

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

Aftercare tips

It’s all simple stuff:

  • Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
  • Store metal items away from the bath
  • Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
  • Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby

Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Keep scouring pads and gritty cleaners away from it.

Small chips are quick to repair. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so early repair saves time and money.

Why repair rather than replace?

Swapping a damaged bath for a new one normally involves a plumber, removing the old bath, making good the tiles and panel and disposing of the old one. A repair fixes just the damaged area in one visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Why book with us

  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • One visit for most repairs
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • Colour mixed on the day to match

Read our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

When to call us in Houghton Green

Most bath damage comes from something dropped: a shampoo bottle, a shower head, a tile or a tool during a refit. On enamelled baths, a chip that reaches the metal will start to rust.

Common reasons people in Houghton Green contact us include:

  • Damage beneath the taps
  • An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
  • A chipped rim or side
  • A cracked acrylic bath

Before you book anyone

  • Whether the price covers travel
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • What happens if they find more damage
  • How your room will be protected

Choosing a repair company

What your bath is made of matters

Composite and resin

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

Acrylic

Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. There’s no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.

Houghton Green and nearby

Houghton Green is about 11 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. Our repair technicians cover 289 places in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Houghton Green to London (about 51 miles away).

We work across TN31. We also cover the places around Houghton Green: Playden (1 mile south-west), East Guldeford (1 mile south-east), Iden (1 mile north-west), Rye (1 mile south) and Rye Foreign (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Hastings (11 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south-west), St Leonards (11 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (10 miles south-west), Belmont (10 miles south-west) and Hollington (11 miles south-west).

Local landmarks in Houghton Green

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to The Parish Church of St Michael, Rye College and Kings Head Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Rye station, about 1.3 miles south-west. Nearby you will also find Rye Castle Museum (East Street) (1.4 miles south) and Ypres Tower (1.5 miles south). Open spaces near Houghton Green include Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.

Map of Houghton Green © OpenStreetMap contributors

How we price bath repair

Prices start from £95. You will know the full cost before booking. We look at:

  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • The material and finish
  • How many items we do on one visit

A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book, with nothing added on the day.

Send pictures for a quote

The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • The material, if you know it
  • A wider photo showing the whole bath
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates

No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.

What we do, step by step

You do not need to empty the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and start once you’re happy with the plan. It typically takes a morning or an afternoon, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.

  1. Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
  2. We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
  3. Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
  4. Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, usually the following day.

Preparing for the visit

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Ensure the area is dry
  • Let us know which floor the room is on

Get a quote

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can price the job.

Get a fixed price

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When a repair is not the answer

In fairness, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:

  • A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
  • A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
  • Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below

If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.

What we work on

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

Houghton Green questions

Do you work in Houghton Green?

We do. Repair technicians travel to Houghton Green from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.

Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?

Typically, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a photo.

Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?

Typically, yes, if we can reach behind it. We back the hole, fill it and refinish the surface.

What about rust by the waste?

Yes, very frequently. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.

What happens next?

We come back with a fixed price, normally with dates to choose from. You are under no obligation.

How long does the repair take to cure?

Most baths can be used the following day. We confirm the time before we leave.

How quickly can you book me in?

Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

What do you need from me?

Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.

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