Birmingham · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Kings Heath, Birmingham
Bath repair for Kings Heath, without a refit. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
Bath repair in Kings Heath, done in place
We’ve repaired just about every kind of bath damage: dropped-bottle chips, plughole rust, acrylic cracks and impact holes. Each is repaired in place with a one-year guarantee. We work on pressed steel enamel, roll-top & freestanding and acrylic, and the jobs we see most are chips caused by builders and rust spots around the plughole.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything is not right, ring us and we will come back.
- Where
- Kings Heath (B14, B13, B30)
- County
- Birmingham
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Repair or replace: which is better?
Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: removal and disposal, plumbing, a new panel, tiling and decorating. With a repair, it’s one visit and one price. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing normally costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Kings Heath
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- One price list for the entire UK
- Generally one visit, start to finish
Take a look at our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Towns and villages near Kings Heath
Other services in Kings Heath
Work for landlords and builders
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
What we do, step by step
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a few hours, depending on the damage. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
Getting a price
We price from photos so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.
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When we would advise against a repair
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, including:
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we repair
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
FAQs for Kings Heath
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Can you quote from photos?
Usually, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Most of the time. We reinforce the crack from behind, then fill and refinish the front, so access behind the panel is important.
When can I have a bath again?
Normally within a day, depending on the repair.
How quickly can you book me in?
We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
What happens next?
You get a fixed price and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we’ll ask for another photo.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Common problems we fix in Kings Heath
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: a shampoo bottle, a shower head, a tile or a tool during a refit. On steel and cast iron baths, any chip down to the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
- Chips under the taps
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
Before booking anyone
- Aftercare advice
- How soon you can use it again
- What preparation is included
- How changes to the job are handled
Repairs by material
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They do not rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is the part we put right.
Our work in Kings Heath
Kings Heath is about 3 miles south of Birmingham, in Birmingham. From the centre of Kings Heath to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in all 140 towns and villages in Birmingham.
All of B14, B13 and B30 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes on York Road, Barn Lane and Grove Road. Kings Heath is on the A435, which makes it straightforward to reach. Close by, we cover Wake Green (1 mile north-east), Brandwood End (1 mile south), Moseley (1 mile north), Warstock (1 mile south-east) and Springfield (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Birmingham (3 miles north), Royal Sutton Coldfield (9 miles north), Erdington (7 miles north), Lee Bank (3 miles north), Cape Hill (5 miles north-west) and Streetly (10 miles north).
Near you in Kings Heath
Around Kings Heath, we work in homes near All Saints' Church, St Dunstan's Catholic Primary School and Bishop Challoner Catholic College and the streets around them. You will also find Sparkhill Library (1.8 miles north-east), Swanshurst School (0.8 miles east), The Hare And Hounds Public House (less than half a mile north) and Kings Heath Park (under half a mile west). For rail, the closest station is Kings Heath station, roughly 0.5 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Broadway Plaza (3.1 miles north) and Joseph Chamberlain Memorial Museum (0.8 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Deer's Leap Wood and Edgbaston Pool.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Brandwood (1.2 miles south)
Aftercare tips
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
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.
If an acrylic bath has a crack, stop showering in it until it’s repaired. Every use opens the crack a little more, and water can get through to the floor below.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
