Hampshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Knowle, Hampshire
Problem with your bath in Knowle? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Chips under the taps
When we’d advise against a repair
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, for example:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before you book.
What we work on
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
Bath repair at your home in Knowle
Most bath damage, from chips and cracks to rust spots and holes, can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. There is no plumbing to disconnect, the tiles aren’t touched, and the repaired area is colour matched so it blends in. We work on whirlpool & spa baths, roll-top & freestanding and pressed steel enamel, and common reasons people contact us are damage beneath the taps and a kit repair that didn’t last.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee in Knowle and across Hampshire.
- Where
- Knowle (PO17)
- Area hub
- Hampshire
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Nearby places to Knowle
Other services in Knowle
For landlords and businesses
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we will arrange it.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Hampshire and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
What we’re called out for in Knowle
The usual cause is something heavy dropped into the bath, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: the bath isn’t properly supported, so it flexes under weight.
If you can see any of these, send us a photo:
- Chips caused by builders
- Holes from dropped items
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
Comparing quotes
- What happens if they find more damage
- What aftercare is recommended
- Who turns up on the day
- How your room will be protected
Looking after it afterwards
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Have new chips seen to early
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before using the bath. After that, gentle cleaning keeps it looking good.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, to keep water out. Take it off before we arrive.
Questions from Knowle
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Mention it when you send pictures.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
Do you cover the whole of Hampshire?
All of Hampshire, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
Will you leave a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Do I have to be there?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Will there be a smell?
A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
Generally, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a picture.
Do you cover Knowle?
Yes. We cover the whole UK and come to Knowle. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
The process
When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job generally takes two to three hours for most chips. We clean up when we’re done and let you know when you can use it again.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- We leave it to cure; you can generally use the bath the next day.
Before we arrive
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
How to get a price
Upload a picture of the damage and one of the whole item, with your PO17 postcode, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Advice
Repair or replace in Knowle?
Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: the tiles sitting on the rim tend to break, a new panel is frequently needed, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Knowle
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- We leave the room as we found it
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Take a look at our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Where we work around Knowle
Knowle is about 2 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Knowle is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 64 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: PO17. From Serotine Close, Boundary Walk and Park Approach or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. We also cover the places around Knowle: Funtley (1 mile south), Tapnage (1 mile north-west), Heathfield (2 miles south), Segensworth (2 miles west) and Titchfield Park (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (13 miles north), Gosport (6 miles south-east), Havant (10 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Horndean (9 miles east) and Totton (13 miles west).
Around Knowle
We visit homes around The Henry Cort Community College, Orchard Lea Infant School and The Miners Arms. For rail, the closest station is Fareham station, about 2 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Portchester Castle (4.9 miles south-east) and Knowle Hospital (within half a mile north-east). The countryside around Knowle includes Portsdown Hill and Swanwick Lakes.
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 then the old filler has to be removed first.
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. You will not pay by the hour. The price is based on:
- How many areas need work
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Access to the area
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Quotes from your pictures
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can give you a fixed quote.
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