Kent · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Sandgate, Kent
Our technicians come to Sandgate for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust spots around the plughole
- A cracked acrylic bath
Where we work around Sandgate
Sandgate is about 1 mile south-west of Folkestone, in Kent. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We work in all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our nearest city page is London, about 61 miles away.
Our visits in CT20 and CT50 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets such as East Road, Gough Road and Castle Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover include Cheriton (1 mile north), Seabrook (1 mile west), Folkestone (1 mile north-east), Newington (2 miles north-west) and Peene (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (14 miles north), Dover (8 miles north-east), Deal (15 miles north-east), Hythe (3 miles west) and Tower Hamlets (8 miles north-east).
Near you in Sandgate
We visit homes around Church of St Paul, Lower Leas Coastal Park and School of English Studies. Also close by are Ship Inn (less than half a mile south), Sandgate Primary School (0.5 miles north-east) and The Folkestone School for Girls (less than half a mile north-east). For rail, the closest station is Folkestone West station, roughly 0.8 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Folkestone Museum (1.6 miles east) and Sandgate Castle (under half a mile east). Green spaces nearby include Sugar Loaf Hill.
How we handle bath repair in Sandgate
Small damage on a bath is worth repairing early. On steel and cast iron, exposed metal starts to rust, while cracks in acrylic grow each time the bath moves. A repair stops both. We work on cast iron enamel, acrylic and roll-top & freestanding, and people most frequently call us about chips under the taps and snagging damage from a refit.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.
- Area
- Sandgate (CT20, CT50)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Landlord and trade work in Sandgate
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details and we will handle the rest.
Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
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Your questions about bath repair in Sandgate
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
Do you charge for travel?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes, coloured baths are no problem. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
Can you repair several things at once?
Of course, and it usually saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and you’ll get one combined price.
Can you quote from pictures?
Yes, almost always. Clear photos let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
Is a bath repair permanent?
A properly prepared repair should last a long time, and ours come with a one-year guarantee. Gentle cleaning helps it last.
What happens if you find more damage?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there’s more, we’ll tell you before starting.
What information do you need?
Photos of the damage, a picture of the entire bath and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Keeping it looking good
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Don’t leave a fresh chip for long
Leave the repair to cure for as long as we say before using the bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.
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 the visit works
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a morning or an afternoon. If anything looks different from your photos, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- 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.
- Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
- Once it has cured, typically by the day after, the bath is ready to use.
How to prepare
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Let us know which floor the room is on
Getting a price
For a price in Sandgate, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
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What your bath is made of matters
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, in much the same way.
Can I fix it myself?
It’s natural to want to try a repair 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.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
Repairing versus replacing in Sandgate
Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: 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. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
What you get with us
- A fixed quote before booking
- No extra charge for your area
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
Take a look at our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Do you need bath repair in Sandgate?
Dropped items cause the majority of chips, and building work is a common culprit. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Holes from dropped items
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Rust by the waste and overflow
What to look for in a quote
- How long it needs to cure
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Who turns up on the day
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. There’s no area surcharge for Sandgate. What changes the price is:
- How much damage there is
- What the surface is made of
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book.
How to get a fixed price
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To make it quick:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- One picture of the entire bath
We price from pictures so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
