Kent · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Ruckinge, Kent
Bath repair for Ruckinge, without a refit. Send us photos for a fixed quote, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped rim or side
- Impact holes in acrylic
Bath repair at your home in Ruckinge
Repairing baths is what we do most. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all repaired in place, normally in one visit. Typical jobs include chips caused by builders and holes from dropped items, on whirlpool & spa baths, acrylic and cast iron enamel.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are covered after the visit.
- Location
- Ruckinge (TN26)
- Region
- Kent
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
Questions from Ruckinge
Will you leave a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
What does bath repair cost?
Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed quote based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Do you cover Ruckinge?
Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Ruckinge from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
Can pets and children be at home?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Will I be able to see the repair?
On a bath in good condition, a colour matched repair is very hard to spot. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Of course. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
How soon can you come?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
In most cases. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send pictures.
What we do, step by step
We turn up at the time we agreed with you, introduces themselves and checks the damage against your photos first. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before any work starts. Most visits take two to three hours for most chips, and we leave the room as we found it.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
- Once it has cured, normally by the day after, the bath is ready to use.
How to prepare
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Get a quote
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
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For landlords and businesses
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
What a repair can’t fix
A repair isn’t right for every job, including:
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
Where we work around Ruckinge
Ruckinge is about 5 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. Anywhere in TN26, we carry out the work at your property. We work in all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our jobs stretch from Ruckinge to London (52 miles away).
We cover every part of the TN26 postcode area. We regularly work on streets such as Oak Ridge and Hamstreet Road and the roads around them. Nearby, we also work in Hamstreet (1 mile west), Stone Cross (2 miles north), Orlestone (2 miles north-west), Bromley Green (3 miles north-west) and Kenardington (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (5 miles north), Folkestone (12 miles east), Hythe (8 miles east), Hawkinge (12 miles east), Tenterden (9 miles west) and Cheriton (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Ruckinge
We visit homes around Church of St Mary Magdalene, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Ham Street station, roughly 1.5 miles west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around William Harvey Hospital (5.3 miles north). For a walk, there is Orlestone Forest.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, in much the same way.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.
Aftercare tips
To keep it looking its best for years:
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Have new chips seen to early
- Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath
Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, to keep water out. Take it off before we arrive.
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Common problems we fix in Ruckinge
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.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Rust spots around the plughole
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
Comparing quotes
- Aftercare advice
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- What prep work is covered
- How your room will be protected
Should you replace it?
People frequently assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. Usually it doesn’t: a proper repair gives it years more use, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Prices start from £95. Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Ruckinge. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why book with us
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Same prices wherever you are
- Nothing taken out or refitted
Read our full price list and bath cost comparison.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
