Gloucestershire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Kingswood, Gloucestershire
Our repair technicians come to Kingswood for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Rust spots around the plughole
Bath repair at your home in Kingswood
Repairing baths is what we do most. Chips on the rim, rust around the waste and cracks in acrylic are all fixed without removing the bath, usually in a single visit. If you are dealing with holes from dropped items and chips under the taps, we can help.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Kingswood (GL12)
- Area hub
- Gloucestershire
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Visits start with a quick look at the job together. After that, protection goes down around the work area and the work begins. Allow a few hours, depending on the damage, and we will keep you posted as we go.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
Getting a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
Advice
What we cannot put right
A repair is not right for every job, including:
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Kingswood
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
About Kingswood
Kingswood is about 4 miles south of Dursley, in Gloucestershire. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Kingswood is one of 470 places in Gloucestershire where we work. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 62 miles away.
Jobs in GL12 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Jobs here include addresses on High Street, Golden Lane and Wotton Road and the roads around them. We also travel to Bournstream (1 mile north), Bradley (1 mile north), Wotton-under-Edge (1 mile north-east), Little Bristol (1 mile west) and Holywell (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Stroud (10 miles north-east), Quedgeley (14 miles north), Lydney (10 miles north-west), Kingsway Village (14 miles north), Cam (5 miles north) and Stonehouse (9 miles north).
Near you in Kingswood
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Katharine Lady Berkeley's School, Church of St Mary and Kingswood Primary School and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Drakestone Camp (3.8 miles north) and Wotton-under-Edge Heritage Centre (0.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Nind Nature Reserve.
Nearby places to Kingswood
Also in Kingswood
Do you need bath repair in Kingswood?
Rust tends to begin where water collects, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.
Look out for these signs:
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
What your quote should include
- How long it needs to cure
- How your room will be protected
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Whether a trained technician does the job
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a fitted bath generally means a plumber, lifting out the old bath, making good the tiles and panel and getting rid of the old bath. A repair deals only with the damage in a single visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Kingswood
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- No extra charge for your area
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- No need to remove anything
Read our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Can I fix it myself?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
Looking after it afterwards
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Rinse it down after each bath
In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine without abrasive products.
Until we visit, a strip of waterproof tape over the damage helps, so water cannot get in. Take it off before we arrive.
Questions from Kingswood
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Is it messy?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
Do you work in Kingswood?
Yes. We cover the whole UK and come to Kingswood. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
What do you need from me?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes. We remove the rust and loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Can pets and children be at home?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
What your bath is made of matters
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Chips rust quickly on steel, especially around the waste, so repair chips early.
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. There’s no area surcharge for Kingswood. What changes the price is:
- Access to the area
- The size and number of damaged areas
- What kind of damage it is
- Whether we combine several jobs
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before you book, with nothing added on the day.
Quotes from your photos
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what we need:
- Natural light rather than flash
- A picture taken from further back
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
If you’re in Kingswood and want a price, photos are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
