Hampshire · England

Bath Repair in Portchester

Problem with your bath in Portchester? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Deep scratches in acrylic
  • A chip where the taps sit
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair in Portchester

How we handle bath repair in Portchester

Whatever the damage, the aim is the same: a repair that’s smooth, sound and hard to spot. We prepare the area properly, fill and shape it, then match the colour and gloss so it’s level with the surrounding surface. Whether it’s rusty patches near the plughole and chips caused by builders, we can help.

Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before booking.

Before and after: a chipped, rust-stained bath around the plughole
Area
Portchester (PO16, PO6, PO17)
Region
Hampshire
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Portchester: your questions answered

Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?

In most cases. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.

Can you fix rust around the plughole?

Yes. We remove the rust and loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.

Can you price it without visiting?

Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.

Are you a vetted contractor?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

Are there extra charges for Portchester?

Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.

Can you repair a failed DIY repair?

Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Mention it when you send pictures.

Do you come to Portchester?

Yes. We cover the entire UK and travel to Portchester and the rest of Hampshire. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

When we’d advise against a repair

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • Metal that has corroded all the way through
  • Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
  • A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix

If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before you book.

Materials we work on in Portchester

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

Should I try a DIY kit first?

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

What your bath is made of matters

Composite and resin

Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Portchester

For anyone letting property in or around Portchester, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we will come back with a combined price.

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

When to call us in Portchester

Rust tends to begin where water collects, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.

Keep an eye out for these signs:

  • Impact holes in acrylic
  • Cracks in an acrylic bath
  • A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
  • Rusty patches near the plughole

Comparing quotes

  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • What prep work is covered

Our hiring checklist

What happens on the day

Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which usually takes two to three hours for most chips. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.

  1. First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
  2. Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
  3. We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
  4. The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
  5. The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.

Preparing for the visit

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
  • Clear the area around the damage

Get a quote

Most clients in Portchester get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

Get a free quote

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Keeping it looking good

To keep it looking its best for years:

  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
  • Check that an acrylic bath doesn’t move when you stand in it
  • Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
  • Clean with warm water and a mild detergent

Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, as they can leave rust marks. And fix dripping taps promptly.

Stop using the bath if a crack lets water through until it’s repaired. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.

Why repair rather than replace?

If the rest of the bath is in good condition, a repair is almost always the better choice. It costs less, takes less time and causes far less upheaval, and the bathroom stays as it is. If the entire surface is worn, re-enamelling may make more sense, and we will tell you. Prices start from £95. Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.

Why book with us

  • Colour mixed on the day to match
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK

Read our prices page and bath cost comparison.

Covering Portchester

Portchester is about 3 miles north-east of Gosport, in Hampshire. Anywhere in PO16, we carry out the work at your property. Portchester is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 64 miles away.

Jobs in PO16, PO6 and PO17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether you live on Cow Lane, Hill Road and Ralph Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. We also cover the places around Portchester: Boarhunt (2 miles north-west), Southwick (2 miles north), Elson (2 miles south-west), Wallington (2 miles west) and Priddy's Hard (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (3 miles south-west), Havant (6 miles east), Eastleigh (13 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles west), Horndean (7 miles north-east) and Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-west).

Near you in Portchester

In Portchester, that means homes near Church of St Mary, Castle Primary School and Portchester Community School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Portchester station, about 0.5 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Portchester Castle (under half a mile south-east) and Queen Alexandra Hospital (2.3 miles east). For a walk, there is West of the River Alver and Portsdown Hill.

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