Oxfordshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Roke, Oxfordshire
We travel to Roke for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
How we handle bath repair in Roke
Most of our bath repairs take a few hours, and the bath is back in use the next day. You won’t need a plumber or tiler, because nothing is disconnected. We regularly repair whirlpool & spa baths, cast iron enamel and roll-top & freestanding, and the jobs we see most are deep scratches in acrylic and rust spots around the plughole.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Location
- Roke (OX10)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Signs you need bath repair in Roke
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, a chip that reaches the metal will start to rust.
People generally call us after spotting one of these:
- A chip where the taps sit
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Holes from dropped items
- Deep scratches in acrylic
Comparing quotes
- When it can be used again
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
DIY repairs versus a professional job
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
How it works
Once we are through the door, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes a few hours, depending on the damage, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Ensure the area is dry
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Ask for a price
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Advice
Work for landlords and builders
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Roke as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
Questions from Roke
Can you quote from photos?
Generally, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
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?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, so the repair isn’t disturbed while it cures.
Are you accredited?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
In most cases. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.
Do you work in Roke?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Roke. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Is there a call-out fee?
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. Tell us about it when you send pictures.
Repairs by material
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, just like other baths.
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. They don’t rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a fitted bath normally means a plumber, removing the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and getting rid of the old bath. A repair fixes just the damaged area in one visit. Prices start from £95. We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Roke
- We leave the room as we found it
- A fixed quote before booking
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
Take a look at our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
When we’d advise against a repair
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair will not fix:
- A whole bath that is dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
Looking after it afterwards
It’s all simple stuff:
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Have new chips seen to early
Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft cloth. 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 it’s worth getting them done early.
Roke and the surrounding area
Roke is about 7 miles east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. From the centre of Roke to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Roke is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we work. You can also see our page for London, about 44 miles away.
Jobs in OX10 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Close by, we cover Ewelme (2 miles south-east), Brightwell Baldwin (2 miles north-east), Chalgrove (2 miles north), Britwell Salome (3 miles east) and Watlington (4 miles east). Further out, we also cover Oxford (10 miles north-west), Didcot (7 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles west), Thame (9 miles north-east), Wantage (14 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (11 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Roke
Around Roke, we work in homes near Church of St Helen, Wallingford School and Benson Church of England Primary School. Well-known places in the area include Aston Martin Heritage Trust Museum (2.4 miles north-west) and Wallingford Castle (2.5 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Wittenham Clumps and Ewelme Watercress Beds.
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
