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Bath chip & crack repair in Northwood, Isle of Wight
Problem with your bath in Northwood? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- Chips caused by builders
Bath repair in Northwood, done in place
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 a single visit. We regularly repair cast iron enamel, pressed steel enamel and roll-top & freestanding, and people most often call us about damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and an old repair that has yellowed or come loose.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we will come back.
- Where
- Northwood (PO31)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What we do, step by step
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a few hours. If anything looks different from your photos, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, normally the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Let us know about parking or access
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
How to get a price
Send us photos of the damage and one of the entire item, with your PO31 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
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What affects the price in Northwood
Prices start from £95. You will know the full cost before booking. We look at:
- Access to the area
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How hard the colour is to match
- The size and number of damaged areas
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Send photos for a quote
Two or three clear photos are typically enough. Try to include:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Natural light rather than flash
- The material, if you know it
- One picture of the whole bath
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
Northwood: your questions answered
Can you redo an old repair?
Yes, we do this frequently. We strip it out, deal with any rust and repair it again.
Will I be able to see the repair?
We aim for a repair you cannot easily find. How well it disappears depends on the condition of the rest of the bath, and we will tell you what to expect.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before.
Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?
Usually, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Check under the bath panel, or send us a picture.
Is a bath repair durable?
Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It’s covered by our one-year guarantee.
Do you charge for travel?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Do you cover Northwood?
We do. Technicians travel to Northwood from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
How to care for the repair
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Deal with new chips early, before rust can start.
A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.
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Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
For landlords and businesses
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
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.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a fitted bath normally means a plumber, lifting out the old bath, making good the tiles and panel and disposing of the old one. A repair fixes just the damaged area in a single visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Northwood
- Most jobs done in one visit
- No need to remove anything
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- No extra charge for your area
See our full price list and bath cost comparison.
When a repair isn’t the answer
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
Covering Northwood
Northwood is about 1 mile south of Cowes, in Isle of Wight. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. We work in 125 places in Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 74 miles away.
Our technicians cover all of PO31. Streets in the area include Nodes Road, Wyatts Lane and Uplands Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover include Rew Street (1 mile west), Gurnard (1 mile north), Cowes (1 mile north), Noke Common (2 miles south) and Parkhurst (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Newport (3 miles south), Ryde (7 miles east), Sandown (9 miles south-east), Shanklin (10 miles south-east), Ventnor (11 miles south-east) and Oakfield (7 miles east). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so call us to arrange it.
Around Northwood
We visit homes around Northwood Primary School, The Travellers Joy pub and Cowes Enterprise College, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Isle of Wight Natural History Centre (0.5 miles north) and West Cowes Castle (1.7 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Mill Hill and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
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