Somerset · England

Bath chip & crack repair in Knowle, Somerset

Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homes and businesses in Knowle and across Somerset. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A cracked acrylic bath
  • Deep scratches in acrylic
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair near Knowle

How we handle bath repair in Knowle

You don’t need a new bath because of a chip. Our repair technicians fill, shape and refinish the damage, mixing the colour on the day. Typical jobs include holes from dropped items and damage beneath the taps, across whirlpool & spa baths, roll-top & freestanding and cast iron enamel.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are not left on your own once we’ve gone.

Broken acrylic bath corner, rebuilt and refinished (before and after)
Location
Knowle (TA7)
Region
Somerset
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

How it works

Arrival times are agreed in advance. Once we are there, the work takes a few hours for most jobs. We leave the room clean and you’ll know when it can be used.

  1. First, we check the damage against your photos 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.

Preparing for the visit

  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Have a window or extractor fan available

Getting a price

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

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Landlord and trade work in Knowle

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit.

When we’d advise against a repair

In fairness, some problems need a different fix:

  • A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
  • Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
  • Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below

If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.

Materials we work on in Knowle

  • Acrylic
  • Whirlpool & spa baths
  • Cast iron enamel
  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Pressed steel enamel

Keeping it looking good

Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:

  • If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
  • A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
  • Give the bath a quick rinse after use
  • Keep metal cans and razors off the surface

Look after the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Keep scouring pads and gritty cleaners away from it.

Stop using the bath if a crack lets water through. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.

Knowle and nearby

Knowle is about 3 miles north-east of Bridgwater, in Somerset. We travel to customers in Knowle and the surrounding area, so there is no workshop to go to. Knowle is one of 640 places in Somerset where we work.

Our technicians cover all of the TA7 postcode area and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Knowle: Bawdrip (1 mile south-east), Bradney (1 mile south), Horsey (1 mile south-west), Woolavington (1 mile north-east) and Slape Cross (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Taunton (12 miles south-west), Bridgwater (3 miles south-west), Burnham-on-Sea (6 miles north), Wells (13 miles east), Street (9 miles east) and Glastonbury (10 miles east).

Near you in Knowle

We visit homes around The Knowle Inn, Bridgwater College Academy and Kingsmoor Primary School. The closest station to Knowle is Bridgwater station, roughly 2.5 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Bridgwater Community Hospital (1.4 miles south-west) and Bridgwater Castle (2.9 miles south-west).

Map of Knowle © OpenStreetMap contributors

FAQs for Knowle

How much does bath repair cost in Knowle?

Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

How long before I can use the bath?

Generally the next day. We confirm the time before we leave.

How quickly can you book me in?

Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.

What happens once I’ve sent pictures?

We come back with a fixed price, usually with dates to choose from. You are under no obligation.

What happens if you find more damage?

We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

Is it messy?

Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.

Are there extra charges for Knowle?

Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders.

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £95. We don’t charge extra for travel to Knowle. The price comes down to:

  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • The material
  • How many areas need work
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.

Getting a price from photos

Photographing the damage takes a minute. Try to send:

  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • A picture taken from further back

If you’re in Knowle and want a price, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Pressed steel

Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.

Cast iron

A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is the part we put right.

Repairing versus replacing in Knowle

Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: taking out the old one, plumbing, tiling, a panel and redecorating. With a repair, it’s one visit and one price. Our bath repair starts from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before you book, with no extras added later.

Why Knowle customers choose us

  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • Usually one visit, start to finish
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish

See our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

Can I fix it myself?

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.

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