Dorset · England

Bath Repair for Ludwell homes

Problem with your bath in Ludwell? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A hole punched through by something heavy
  • Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair in Ludwell

About Ludwell

Ludwell is about 10 miles north of Blandford Forum, in Dorset. We visit clients in Ludwell and nearby villages, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. Ludwell is one of 462 towns and villages in Dorset where we work.

All of SP7 is within our area. Whether you live on Cats Hill Lane, Parhams Hill and Dennis Lane or a nearby road, we can come to you. We also travel to Birdbush (1 mile north-east), Lower Coombe (1 mile north-west), Lillies Green (1 mile north-west), Milkwell (1 mile north-east) and Donhead St Mary (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Wimborne Minster (15 miles south-east), Blandford Forum (10 miles south), Verwood (14 miles south-east), Gillingham (7 miles west), Shaftesbury (3 miles west) and Peacemarsh (7 miles north-west).

Local landmarks in Ludwell

In Ludwell, that means homes near Church of St John the Baptist and Ludwell Community Primary School. The closest station to Ludwell is Tisbury station, roughly 4.5 miles north-east. A little further out are Old Wardour Castle (2.9 miles north-east) and Westminster Memorial Hospital (3.1 miles west). The countryside around Ludwell includes Breeze Hill.

Map of Ludwell © OpenStreetMap contributors

Bath repair at your home in Ludwell

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, normally in one visit. Common call-outs are for a chipped rim or side and an old repair that has yellowed or come loose, in cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and pressed steel enamel.

Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before booking.

Location
Ludwell (SP7)
County
Dorset
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Acrylic bath corner rebuilt by Surface Doctor, before and after

Should you replace it?

Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: taking out the old one, plumbing, tiling, a panel and redecorating. A repair is one job, done in one visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Why Ludwell clients choose us

  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • One price list for the whole UK
  • Nothing taken out or refitted

Read our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

What your bath is made of matters

Acrylic

An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They don’t rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.

Cast iron

Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, which makes it well worth repairing.

What we do, step by step

Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we’ve agreed what we are doing. It normally takes a morning or an afternoon, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.

  1. We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
  2. The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
  3. We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
  4. Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
  5. We leave it to cure; you can usually use the bath the day after.

Preparing for the visit

  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift

Getting a price

You do not need a survey visit. 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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Related advice

Do you need bath repair in Ludwell?

A cracked acrylic bath typically wasn’t supported properly. Legs that aren’t adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the base flex until it cracks.

You may need us if you’ve spotted:

  • Rusty patches near the plughole
  • Chips along the edge of the bath
  • Scuffs and scratches in the surface
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic

Comparing quotes

  • What prep work is covered
  • How long it needs to cure
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • Aftercare advice

Our hiring checklist

FAQs for Ludwell

Is there a call-out fee?

There is no separate call-out charge. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.

Do you hold any accreditations?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes. Doing several items on one visit usually costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.

How much does bath repair cost in Ludwell?

Prices start from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.

Does someone need to be in?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.

What do you need from me?

A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.

Is the work guaranteed?

Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

What bath repair costs

Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:

  • How many items we do on one visit
  • How many areas need work
  • Access to the area
  • Unusual colours or finishes

Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access.

Getting a price from pictures

Two or three clear photos are generally enough. It helps if you send:

  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • A photo taken from further back
  • Natural light rather than flash

Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.

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. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

For landlords and businesses

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Ludwell use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it usually costs far less than a refit.

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

How to care for the repair

Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:

  • Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
  • Rinse it down after each bath
  • Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath
  • Check that an acrylic bath doesn’t move when you stand in it

A repaired bath needs no special treatment, beyond gentle cleaning. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners and give it a rinse after each bath.

Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.

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