Dorset · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Ilsington, Dorset
Bath repair in Ilsington without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your photos, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
How we handle bath repair in Ilsington
We repair enamelled steel, cast iron and acrylic baths. 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 roll-top & freestanding, whirlpool & spa baths and cast iron enamel, and the jobs we see most are a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting and deep scratches in acrylic.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there’s a problem and we’ll sort it.
- Where
- Ilsington (DT2)
- Region
- Dorset
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Why repair rather than replace?
For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It costs far less than a new bath plus fitting, it takes one visit, and the bathroom stays exactly as it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.
Why us?
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Colour-matched on site
- One price list for the whole UK
See our full price list or bath cost comparison.
Nearby places to Ilsington
Other services in Ilsington
Ilsington and the surrounding area
Ilsington is about 4 miles east of Dorchester, in Dorset. We visit homes and businesses in Ilsington and nearby villages, so you don’t need to take anything anywhere. Ilsington is one of 462 towns and villages in Dorset where we work.
Postcode districts we cover here: DT2. Close by, we cover Tincleton (1 mile east), Woodsford (1 mile south-east), Puddletown (2 miles north), Higher Bockhampton (2 miles west) and Burleston (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Weymouth (9 miles south-west), Dorchester (4 miles west), Blandford Forum (12 miles north-east), Corfe Mullen (15 miles east), Portland (13 miles south) and Rodwell (10 miles south-west).
Around Ilsington
Our customers here include homes close to Dorset Studio School and Church of Saint John the Baptist and the streets around them. The closest station to Ilsington is Moreton (Dorset) station, roughly 2.3 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum (2.6 miles north-east) and Dorset County Hospital (4.3 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Tadnoll and Winfrith Heath.
Aftercare tips
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Don’t leave a fresh chip for long
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
Small chips are quick to repair. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
FAQs for Ilsington
When can you do it?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
What does bath repair cost?
Repairs from £95. We give a fixed quote from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes, we do this often. The old material comes out, any rust is treated, then we repair it properly.
Is repairing better than replacing?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Do the materials smell?
There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the materials cure.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Of course, and it generally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.
Common problems we fix in Ilsington
A cracked acrylic bath generally wasn’t supported properly. Legs that are not adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the bath move until it cracks.
You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:
- Chips caused by builders
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
What to look for in a quote
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Whether they match the colour on site
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
For landlords and businesses
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Ilsington as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
What affects the price in Ilsington
Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Ilsington. The price reflects:
- The material
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Access to the area
- The type of damage
A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Send pictures for a quote
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Something in shot to show the size
- Where you are, by postcode
- Natural light rather than flash
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.
The process
Once we’re through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the work takes a morning or an afternoon, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the following day.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Ensure the area is dry
Get a quote
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job without visiting.
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Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They don’t rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
What a repair can’t fix
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
What we work on
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
