Greater London · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Kennington, Greater London
Fixed-price bath repair in Kennington and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Repairs from £95
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Snagging damage from a refit
About our bath repair in Kennington
A repair fixes just the damaged area and blends it into the rest of the bath, which is far cheaper than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. You can normally use the bath the next day. If you’re dealing with chips along the edge of the bath and damage beneath the taps, we can typically put it right, on pressed steel enamel, roll-top & freestanding and acrylic alike.
All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Kennington (SW8, SW1P, SE11)
- Region
- Greater London
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What a repair can’t fix
We won’t take on work that will not last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.
What we work on
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
What your bath is made of matters
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Exposed steel rusts fast, particularly by the plughole, so repair chips early.
Keeping it looking good
Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Deal with new chips early, before rust can start.
A small chip is a quick job. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so early repair saves time and money.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Kennington. What changes the price is:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The material
- How many items we do on one visit
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
Compared with replacing, repairing usually costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Send photos for a quote
Two or three clear photos are typically enough. It helps if you send:
- A picture taken from further back
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Where you are, by postcode
Most clients in Kennington get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: the tiles sitting on the rim tend to break, the panel may not fit the new one, and a plumber has to disconnect and reconnect everything. A repair skips all of it. Our bath repair starts from £95. We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Kennington
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Same prices wherever you are
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Everything repaired in place
Read our prices page and bath cost comparison.
What we’re called out for in Kennington
The usual cause is something heavy dropped into the bath, and building work is a common culprit. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: the bath isn’t properly supported, so it flexes under weight.
Most people get in touch when they notice something like this:
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- How soon you can use it again
- How the colour is matched
How it works
We work cleanly and quietly. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes two to three hours for most chips. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- The repair is left to cure, and most baths can be used the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
Ask for a price
If you’re in Kennington and want a price, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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Kennington and nearby
Kennington is about 2 miles south-west of London, in Greater London. From the centre of Kennington to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in 764 places in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
Postcode districts we cover here: SW8, SW1P and SE11. From Kay Road, Lett Road and Rita Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Kennington is on the A203 and A3204, so it’s easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Oval (1 mile north), South Lambeth (1 mile south-west), Little Portugal (1 mile south), North Brixton (1 mile south-east) and Vauxhall (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover City of Westminster (3 miles north-west), Marylebone (3 miles north-west), Kensington (4 miles west), St Pancras (3 miles north), Shoreditch (4 miles north-east) and Walthamstow (8 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Kennington
We visit homes around Archbishop Tenison's Church of England School, St Stephen's Church of England Primary School and Crown and Thistle pub and the streets around them. Also close by are St Peter's School (less than half a mile north), Lambeth Palace Library (1.1 miles north), Calvary Church of God in Christ (within half a mile north) and Vauxhall Park (within half a mile north-west). There is a railway station in Kennington itself: Vauxhall station. Well-known places in the area include Type Museum (0.5 miles south) and The Gordon Hospital (1 mile north-west). Open spaces near Kennington include Bellenden Road Nature Garden and Ludgate Hill.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include City and Liberty of Westminster (1.3 miles north)
Kennington: your questions answered
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Of course. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
What areas do you cover?
Everywhere in the UK, Kennington included. There’s no extra charge for travel.
What information do you need?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.
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 need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You don’t need to watch us work.
Is there any odour?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.
How do I get a price for bath repair in Kennington?
Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Kennington
If you manage property in Kennington, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we’ll price them together.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there’s no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
