Essex · England

Bath Repair for Pedlars End homes

Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths at your home in Pedlars End, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A kit repair that didn’t last
  • Holes from dropped items
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book bath repair in Pedlars End

Bath repair in Pedlars End without replacing anything

Repairing baths is what we do most. Chips on the rim, rust around the waste and cracks in acrylic are all repaired in place, usually in a single visit. Common call-outs are for a kit repair that didn’t last and damage done while the bathroom was being fitted, across cast iron enamel, acrylic and pressed steel enamel.

Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.

Rusty chip next to a bath plughole, before and after repair
Where
Pedlars End (CM5)
County
Essex
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. 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.

What we cannot put right

We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair won’t do:

  • Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
  • Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
  • A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense

Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.

Materials we work on in Pedlars End

  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Cast iron enamel
  • Acrylic
  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Whirlpool & spa baths

Common problems we fix in Pedlars End

Most bath damage comes from something dropped: a shampoo bottle, a shower head, a tile or a tool during a refit. On enamelled baths, any chip down to the metal will start to rust.

People normally call us after spotting something like this:

  • Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
  • Chips under the taps
  • Chips on the rim or sides
  • Rust by the waste and overflow

Before you book anyone

  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • How your room will be protected

Our hiring checklist

Our work in Pedlars End

Pedlars End is about 5 miles south-east of Harlow, in Essex. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so there’s no waiting around. We cover 644 places across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 21 miles away.

Here we cover the CM5 postcode area. We also cover the places around Pedlars End: Moreton (1 mile north-east), Bobbingworth (1 mile south-east), Bovinger (1 mile south-west), Little Laver (2 miles north-east) and Shelley (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (12 miles east), Harlow (5 miles north-west), Brentwood (9 miles south-east), Billericay (12 miles south-east), Loughton (9 miles south-west) and Waltham Abbey (9 miles west).

Landmarks near Pedlars End

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to The Ongar Academy, Church of St Mary the Virgin and Moreton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School and the streets around them. A little further out are Willingale Doe (4.4 miles east) and St. Margaret's Hospital (4.5 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Gernon Bushes.

Map of Pedlars End © OpenStreetMap contributors

What affects the price in Pedlars End

Prices start from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:

  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • How many items we do on one visit

What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.

Quotes from your pictures

Photographing the damage takes a minute. Please include:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • A picture taken from further back
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale

There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.

Repairing versus replacing in Pedlars End

A repair makes sense whenever the damage is localised. It’s a fraction of the cost of a new bath and fitting, it takes one visit, and nothing else in the room changes. Prices start from £95. Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Pedlars End. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

What you get with us

  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited

Read our pricing and bath cost comparison.

What we do, step by step

Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and start once you’re happy with the plan. Most jobs take two to three hours for most chips, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.

  1. We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
  2. Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
  3. The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
  4. We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
  5. Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.

Preparing for the visit

  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit

Get a quote

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

Send pictures for a quote

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What your bath is made of matters

Composite and resin

Composite baths are dense and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.

Pressed steel

Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.

Pedlars End: your questions answered

Can you redo an old repair?

Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Tell us about it when you send photos.

Is a bath repair permanent?

Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It’s covered by our one-year guarantee.

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

Will I be able to see the repair?

On a glossy bath, you will struggle to find it. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.

Can you repair a hole in a bath?

Often, if there is access underneath. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.

Do the materials smell?

A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.

What does bath repair cost?

Repairs from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

We come back with a fixed price, plus dates. You are under no obligation.

Aftercare tips

Once the work has cured, treat it gently:

  • Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
  • Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
  • Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
  • Get any new chip repaired before it rusts

Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, because they can mark the enamel. And fix dripping taps promptly.

Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so it pays to deal with it early.

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