Kent · England
Bath Repair for Maltman's Hill homes
Our technicians come to Maltman's Hill for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Impact holes in acrylic
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
Bath repair in Maltman's Hill without replacing anything
Repairing baths is what we do most. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all fixed without removing the bath, normally in a single visit. Typical jobs include chips caused by builders and rusty patches near the plughole, on whirlpool & spa baths, cast iron enamel and roll-top & freestanding.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee in Maltman's Hill and across Kent.
- Location
- Maltman's Hill (TN27)
- Region
- Kent
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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What we do, step by step
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and start once you’re happy with the plan. It typically takes a morning or an afternoon, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- 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.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Let us know which floor the room is on
Get a quote
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
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What affects the price in Maltman's Hill
Repairs from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How many areas need work
- Access to the area
- How hard the colour is to match
The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before you book.
Quotes from your pictures
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Try to send:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A picture taken from further back
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- What it’s made of, if you know
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
Should you replace it?
Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. In most cases it does not: a proper repair gives it years more use, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Prices start from £95. Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Maltman's Hill. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Maltman's Hill
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- One price list for the entire UK
See our pricing or bath cost comparison.
Keeping it looking good
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine.
A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
When a repair is not the answer
It helps to know what we cannot do too:
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
About Maltman's Hill
Maltman's Hill is about 6 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We cover 922 places across Kent. We work right across the region, from Maltman's Hill to London (about 42 miles away).
Our visits in TN27 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. We also travel to Wissenden (1 mile south), Chambers' Green (1 mile east), Pluckley Thorne (2 miles north-east), Fir Toll (2 miles north-east) and Newland Green (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles north-west), Ashford (6 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north), Faversham (13 miles north-east), Davington (13 miles north-east) and Foley Park (12 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Maltman's Hill
For rail, the closest station is Pluckley station, about 1.2 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Romden Castle (0.7 miles south-west).
When to call us in Maltman's Hill
Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the base flex until it cracks.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
- Rust spots around the plughole
- Damage beneath the taps
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
Questions to ask before booking
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- How the colour is matched
- How long it needs to cure
- What preparation is included
Your questions about bath repair in Maltman's Hill
Do you charge for travel?
We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
Is there any odour?
There can be some smell while we work, which is why we ventilate. It fades as everything cures.
Are you accredited?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Do you work in Maltman's Hill?
Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Maltman's Hill from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Will I be able to see the repair?
We aim for a repair you cannot easily find. The rest of the bath’s condition makes a difference, and we will tell you what to expect.
How much does bath repair cost in Maltman's Hill?
Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
What do you need from me?
Photos of the damage, a photo of the entire bath and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes, for a year. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
Landlord and trade work in Maltman's Hill
For anyone letting property in or around Maltman's Hill, we will quote for several properties at once. Just send pictures for each address and we will price them together.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
