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Bath chip & crack repair in Kingswood, Kent

Problem with your bath in Kingswood? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
  • Snagging damage from a refit
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair in Kingswood

Bath repair in Kingswood, done in place

A typical bath repair is a few hours’ work, and the bath is back in use the following day. There is no need to book a plumber or tiler, because the bath doesn’t move. We’re often asked to fix chips along the edge of the bath and a cracked acrylic bath, across acrylic, pressed steel enamel and roll-top & freestanding.

Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Kent.

Before and after: a chipped, rust-stained bath around the plughole
Area
Kingswood (ME17)
Area hub
Kent
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

What happens on the day

Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so you know exactly what we’re doing. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. Allow two to three hours for most chips, and we will keep you posted as we go.

  1. First, we check the damage against your pictures and agree the plan.
  2. Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
  3. We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
  4. We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
  5. The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work

How to get a price

There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.

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What your bath is made of matters

Acrylic

Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.

Composite and resin

Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, in much the same way.

Your questions about bath repair in Kingswood

Is it safe with children and pets around?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.

How soon can you come?

We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

Can you repair several things at once?

Of course, and it usually saves money. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you’ll get one combined price.

What happens next?

We come back with a fixed price, plus dates. You are under no obligation.

How invisible is a bath repair?

We aim for a repair you can’t easily find. How well it disappears depends on the condition of the rest of the bath.

What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.

How do I get a price for bath repair in Kingswood?

Repairs from £95. We give a fixed quote from your photos. Send a close-up and a photo of the whole item with your ME17 postcode.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.

What affects the price in Kingswood

Repairs from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:

  • How many areas need work
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • The colour and finish to match
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Quotes from your photos

It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Try to send:

  • One picture of the whole bath
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • Any details about the material

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed quote without visiting.

Should you replace it?

When the bath is otherwise sound, repairing beats replacing. It’s quicker, cheaper and far less disruptive, and the bathroom stays as it is. Where the entire surface is tired, we may suggest re-enamelling instead. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Why us?

  • Fixed prices from your pictures
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • Everything repaired in place

See our pricing or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

What we are called out for in Kingswood

Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tools, tiles and fittings get dropped into the bath, frequently before anyone notices. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.

The most common problems we’re called about are:

  • A chipped rim or side
  • Impact holes in acrylic
  • Snagging damage from a refit
  • An old repair that has yellowed or come loose

Comparing quotes

  • What happens if they find more damage
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • When it can be used again

Choosing a repair company

Work for landlords and builders

We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, photos and access details and we will handle the rest.

For anyone letting property in or around Kingswood, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we will price them together.

About Kingswood

Kingswood is about 5 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Clients in Kingswood get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. Kingswood is one of 922 places in Kent where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 37 miles away.

Jobs in ME17 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Chestnut Drive, Bushy Grove and Tall Trees Close or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Other places close to Kingswood include Chartway Street (1 mile south-west), Ulcombe (1 mile south-east), Broomfield (1 mile north), Fairbourne Heath (1 mile east) and Chegworth (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (5 miles north-west), Ashford (12 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north-east), Tonbridge (15 miles west), Faversham (13 miles north-east) and Minster (15 miles north-east).

What’s near Kingswood

We visit homes around Kingswood Church and Kingswood Primary School and the streets around them. The closest station to Kingswood is Harrietsham station, about 2.1 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Leeds Castle (1.5 miles north) and KIMS hospital (5.2 miles north-west).

Map of Kingswood © OpenStreetMap contributors

How to look after the repair

To keep it looking its best:

  • Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
  • Have new chips seen to early
  • Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
  • Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath

In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine, avoiding abrasives.

Avoid standing in a cracked acrylic bath until it’s fixed. Every use opens the crack a little more, and it can start to leak underneath.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

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