Dorset · England
Bath Repair in Overcombe
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Overcombe. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- Holes from dropped items
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
Repairing versus replacing in Overcombe
Replacing a fitted bath generally means a plumber, removing the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and getting rid of the old bath. Repairing it deals only with the damage in one visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so you know the cost before you book.
Why book with us
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- We leave the room as we found it
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
See our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Bath repair in Overcombe, 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, generally in a single visit. We regularly repair whirlpool & spa baths, acrylic and pressed steel enamel, and people most often call us about holes from dropped items and a chip where the taps sit.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll sort it.
- Location
- Overcombe (DT3)
- Region
- Dorset
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY repairs versus a professional job
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
How to care for the repair
How the surface is treated afterwards matters:
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Don’t scrub with anything abrasive
Do not leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, as they can leave rust marks. And fix dripping taps promptly.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, so water can’t get in. Take it off before we arrive.
About Overcombe
Overcombe is about 2 miles north-east of Weymouth, in Dorset. Wherever you are in the DT3 postcode area, we carry out the work at your property. Overcombe is one of 462 places in Dorset we cover.
Here we cover the DT3 postcode area. Streets in the area include Bodkin Lane, Preston Road and Enkworth Road. Nearby, we also work in Littlemoor (1 mile north-west), Greenhill (1 mile south-west), Melcombe Regis (1 mile south-west), Preston (1 mile north-east) and Sutton Poyntz (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Dorchester (5 miles north), Portland (6 miles south), Fordington (6 miles north), Wareham (14 miles east), Fortuneswell (5 miles south) and Chickerell (3 miles west).
What’s near Overcombe
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St John's Church of England Primary School, Nothe Gardens and Weymouth Bay Methodist Church and the streets around them. The closest station to Overcombe is Weymouth station, roughly 1.5 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Portwey Hospital (2.3 miles south-west) and Wessex Water Museum (1.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Overcombe includes Jordan Hill and Radipole Lake.
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Overcombe questions
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
Normally, 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 my repair covered?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Generally, yes, if we can reach behind it. We back the hole, fill it and refinish the surface.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Do you come to Overcombe?
Yes, we do. We send a technician to Overcombe for every job, with no extra charge for travel.
What happens if you find more damage?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
Is it messy?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They do not rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
When a repair is not the answer
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
What we are called out for in Overcombe
Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, and the damage isn’t always spotted until later. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Holes from dropped items
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Rusty patches near the plughole
Comparing quotes
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- How long it needs to cure
- What prep work is covered
- Who turns up on the day
What we do, step by step
There is not much you need to do on the day. Let us in and show us the room, and we’ll get on with it. The job generally runs to a morning or an afternoon, including clearing up.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
- We leave it to cure; you can generally use the bath the following day.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Clear the area around the damage
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
How to get a price
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Advice
Landlords, agents and businesses in Overcombe
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Dorset and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
