Dorset · England
Bath Repair in Purse Caundle
Problem with your bath in Purse Caundle? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Impact holes in acrylic
Aftercare tips
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
Look after the repair the same way as the bath: warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft cloth. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. Left for months, a small chip can grow into a large rust patch, so early repair keeps the cost down.
How we handle bath repair in Purse Caundle
Bath repair is our most common job. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all fixed without removing the bath, normally in one visit. Common call-outs are for a cracked acrylic bath and chips along the edge of the bath, on acrylic, whirlpool & spa baths and pressed steel enamel.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we will come back.
- Where
- Purse Caundle (DT9)
- Area hub
- Dorset
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
When to call us in Purse Caundle
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: a shampoo bottle, a shower head, a tile or a tool during a refit. On steel and cast iron baths, a chip that reaches the metal will start to rust.
The most common problems we’re called about are:
- A chip where the taps sit
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Chips caused by builders
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
Comparing quotes
- Whether the price covers travel
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- What preparation is included
Different materials, different repairs
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. A chip down to the iron can rust, 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, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, just like other baths.
How it works
We begin by going over the job with you. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours, and we will keep you posted as we go.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, normally the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Make sure the area is dry
Getting a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.
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What affects the price in Purse Caundle
Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
How to get a fixed quote
Phone pictures are fine, there is no need for anything special. Make sure they show:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
We price from photos so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
Questions from Purse Caundle
Will it make a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Is a bath repair permanent?
Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It’s covered by our one-year guarantee.
Will the price change on the day?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
Can pets and children be at home?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Is there any odour?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, so we ventilate the room. It fades as everything cures.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Normally by the following day, depending on the repair.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
What we cannot put right
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
Repair or replace: which is better?
Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: removal and disposal, plumbing, a new panel, tiling and decorating. A repair is one job, done in one visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Purse Caundle
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- We leave the room as we found it
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- One visit for most repairs
See our full price list or bath cost comparison.
Where we work around Purse Caundle
Purse Caundle is about 9 miles east of Yeovil, in Dorset. Whether you are in the middle of Purse Caundle or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Our repair technicians cover all 462 towns and villages across Dorset.
Postcode districts we cover here: DT9. Other places close to Purse Caundle include Goathill (1 mile west), Milborne Port (1 mile north-west), Henstridge Bowden (2 miles north), Stourton Caundle (2 miles south-east) and Milborne Wick (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Blandford Forum (14 miles south-east), Gillingham (9 miles north-east), Shaftesbury (11 miles east), Sherborne (4 miles west), Peacemarsh (9 miles north-east) and Sturminster Newton (6 miles east).
Landmarks near Purse Caundle
Typical jobs here are in homes near Parish Church of St Peter and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Templecombe station, roughly 3.3 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Sherborne Old Castle (2.9 miles west) and Castleton Mill (3 miles west).
Landlord and trade work in Purse Caundle
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Dorset and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Purse Caundle use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
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