Swindon · England

Bath chip & crack repair in Rodbourne, Swindon

Bath repair in and around Rodbourne: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Cracks in an acrylic bath
  • Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath repair in Rodbourne?

How it works

We work cleanly and quietly, so you can carry on at home. We protect the area first, then the work takes a few hours. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
  2. The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
  3. We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
  4. We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
  5. We leave it to cure; you can typically use the bath the next day.

Before we arrive

  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Keep a parking space free if you can

How to get a price

There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.

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How we handle bath repair in Rodbourne

A damaged bath does not have to mean a new bathroom. Our technicians fill, shape and refinish the damage, mixing the colour on the day so the repair is hard to spot. Typical jobs include rust spots around the plughole and a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting, across pressed steel enamel, cast iron enamel and whirlpool & spa baths.

Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.

Where
Rodbourne (SN2, SN25)
County
Swindon
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: a damaged acrylic bath corner repaired in place

Work for landlords and builders

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

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

Common problems we fix in Rodbourne

Rust normally starts where water sits, by the plughole, beneath dripping taps or in an unrepaired chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.

Contact us if you’ve noticed:

  • A chip where the taps sit
  • A cracked acrylic bath
  • A kit repair that didn’t last
  • Deep scratches in acrylic

Before you book anyone

  • A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
  • When it can be used again
  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long

How to compare quotes

What your bath is made of matters

Pressed steel

Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.

Cast iron

Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is what we repair.

When a repair isn’t the answer

To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:

  • Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
  • Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
  • Wear across the whole surface, which needs re-enamelling

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

Surfaces we repair

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

Aftercare tips

Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:

  • Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
  • Don’t scrub with anything abrasive
  • Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
  • Give the bath a quick rinse after use

Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust can start.

Avoid standing in a cracked acrylic bath until it’s fixed. Every use opens the crack a little more, and it can start to leak underneath.

About Rodbourne

Rodbourne is about 1 mile north of Swindon, in Swindon. Jobs in Rodbourne are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. We cover 68 places in Swindon, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 62 miles away.

Jobs in SN2 and SN25 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as Elm Road, Hull Road and Kiln Lane, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also work in Haydon Wick (1 mile north), Priory Vale (1 mile north), Shaw (2 miles west), Toothill (2 miles south-west) and South Leaze (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Royal Wootton Bassett (5 miles south-west), Wroughton (4 miles south), Dorcan (3 miles east), Highworth (5 miles north-east), Nythe (3 miles east) and Covingham (3 miles east).

Near you in Rodbourne

We visit homes around Church of St Mary, UTC Swindon and Queens Park, among other places. Also close by are St Mary's Catholic Primary School (less than half a mile south-east), Swindon Central Library (1.5 miles south-east), The Manor pub (within half a mile south) and Nova Hreod (1 mile north). For rail, the closest station is Swindon station, about 1 mile south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Princess Margaret Hospital (1.8 miles south) and Baird Museum of TV (0.5 miles south).

  • Parks and local facilities nearby include Rodbourne Cheney (0.7 miles south-east)
Map of Rodbourne © OpenStreetMap contributors

Should you replace it?

People frequently assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. Typically it does not: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.

What you get with us

  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • One price list for the entire UK
  • Fixed prices from your pictures
  • Most jobs done in one visit

Read our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

Rodbourne questions

I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?

Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Tell us about it when you send pictures.

Do I have to be there?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.

Are you a vetted contractor?

We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

How long before I can use the bath?

Typically the following day. We confirm the time before we leave.

Is there any odour?

Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It fades as everything cures.

How do I get a price for bath repair in Rodbourne?

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.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.

Is a bath repair durable?

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

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