Lincolnshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Martin, Lincolnshire
Damaged bath in Martin? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Chips caused by builders
Bath repair at your home in Martin
A repair fixes just the damaged area and blends it into the rest of the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath. Most baths can be used again the day after. Whether it’s rusty patches near the plughole and impact holes in acrylic, we can help, whatever the material.
You are covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Where
- Martin (LN4)
- County
- Lincolnshire
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
When a repair isn’t the answer
A repair isn’t right for every job, for example:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
What else we do in Martin
Martin and nearby
Martin is about 10 miles north-east of Sleaford, in Lincolnshire. Jobs in Martin are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. Our repair technicians cover 732 places across Lincolnshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Leeds, about 69 miles away.
Here we cover the LN4 postcode area. From High Street, Holly Farm Close and Mill Lane or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. If you are just outside Martin, we cover Timberland (1 mile south), Thorpe Tilney (2 miles south), Metheringham Fen (3 miles north), Kirkby Green (3 miles south-west) and Sots Hole (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Lincoln (12 miles north-west), Sleaford (10 miles south-west), North Hykeham (12 miles west), Horncastle (10 miles north-east), Birchwood (13 miles north-west) and Woodhall Spa (5 miles north-east).
What’s near Martin
In Martin, that means homes near Mrs Mary King's CofE (Controlled) Primary School and Holy Trinity Church and the streets around them. Martin’s nearest station is Metheringham station, about 3 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find Metheringham Airfield Visitor Centre (1.3 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Heath's Meadows.
Landlord and trade work in Martin
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. We give every job a fixed quote from pictures. These are the things that affect it:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How hard the colour is to match
- What the surface is made of
- Whether we combine several jobs
Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
How to get a fixed price
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Something in shot to show the size
- The material, if you know it
- Details of any past repairs
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
DIY kit or professional repair?
It’s natural to want to try a repair 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.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
Repair or replace in Martin?
A new bath brings a chain of other jobs: tiles along the rim typically crack when it comes out, the panel may not fit the new one, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Our bath repair starts from £95. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Martin
- Same prices wherever you are
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
Read our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Repairs by material
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.
Martin questions
What information do you need?
Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
How long before I can use the bath?
Normally the day after. We confirm the time before we leave.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair isn’t disturbed while it cures.
Do you repair coloured baths?
Yes, we match coloured baths too. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
Is there any odour?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.
Will the price change on the day?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Regularly. The old material comes out, any rust is treated, then we repair it properly.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. If photos do not show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
How the visit works
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, do the job and tidy away. Allow two to three hours for most chips from start to finish. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and how to care for it.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Let us know about parking or access
Getting a price
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.
Advice
Keeping it looking good
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath
Leave the repair to cure for as long as we say before using the bath. After that, gentle cleaning keeps it looking good.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, so water cannot get in. Take it off before we arrive.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
