Medway · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Rochester, Medway
Bath repair in Rochester without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Chips along the edge of the bath
What your bath is made of matters
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Exposed steel rusts fast, especially around the waste, so early repairs matter.
Bath repair at your home in Rochester
You do not need a new bath because of a chip. We fill the damage, shape it to the curve of the bath and refinish it, mixing the colour on the day. Typical jobs include scratches you can feel with a fingernail and cracks in an acrylic bath, in acrylic, whirlpool & spa baths and pressed steel enamel.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
Rochester and nearby
Rochester is about 27 miles east of London, in Medway. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Our repair technicians cover 68 places in Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 27 miles away.
Every address in ME2, ME1, ME3 and ME4 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include High Street, Gundolph Square and Station Road, all of which we cover. Rochester sits on or near the A2 and A226, so getting to you is simple. Nearby, we also work in Strood (1 mile west), Borstal (1 mile south-west), Cuxton (2 miles south-west), Lower Bush (3 miles west) and North Halling (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Gillingham (4 miles east), Chatham (3 miles south-east), Rainham (5 miles south-east), Park Wood (5 miles south-east), Lordswood (4 miles south-east) and Twydall (4 miles east). Being one of Medway’s larger places, Rochester is somewhere we visit often.
Around Rochester
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Royal Crown Hotel, Rochester Riverside Church of England Primary School and Church of St Nicholas and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Fort Pitt Grammar School (1 mile south-east), Broomhill Park (1 mile north-west), Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (1.2 miles east) and Temple School (1.2 miles north). There is a railway station in Rochester itself: Rochester station. Further afield, we also cover the area around Huguenot Museum (less than half a mile east) and French Hospital (less than half a mile south-east). Open spaces near Rochester include Gad's Hill and Rede Common.
- Local facilities include City of Rochester-upon-Medway (less than half a mile north)
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What happens on the day
Here’s how a visit usually runs: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, do the job and clear up. Plan for a few hours, depending on the damage from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Get a quote
Send us photos of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, with your ME2 postcode, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
Related advice
Can I fix it myself?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
Aftercare tips
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
Look after the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
A small chip is a quick job. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so early repair saves time and money.
Common problems we fix in Rochester
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being 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 lets water in, and rust follows.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Holes from dropped items
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Damage beneath the taps
Questions to ask before booking
- Aftercare advice
- Who will actually do the work
- How changes to the job are handled
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
Rochester: your questions answered
How invisible is a bath repair?
We aim for a repair you can’t easily find. How well it disappears depends on the condition of the rest of the bath, and we’ll tell you what to expect.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Do you come to Rochester?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Rochester and the rest of Medway. Send photos and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Is there a call-out fee?
There’s no separate call-out charge. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Typically the next day. We confirm the time before we leave.
Which areas do you work in?
Everywhere in the UK, Rochester included. There is no extra charge for travel.
How much does bath repair cost in Rochester?
Prices start from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Rochester. The price reflects:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Unusual colours or finishes
- What kind of damage it is
- What the surface is made of
There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
How to get a fixed price
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Something in shot to show the size
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There’s no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
Landlord and trade work in Rochester
Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
For anyone letting property in or around Rochester, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send photos for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Repair or replace in Rochester?
A new bath brings a chain of other jobs: tiles along the rim generally crack when it comes out, the panel may not fit the new one, and a plumber has to disconnect and reconnect everything. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing usually costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
What you get with us
- One price list for the entire UK
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Colour-matched on site
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Take a look at our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
