Cambridgeshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Sawston, Cambridgeshire
Bath repair in Sawston without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- Holes from dropped items
- Chips along the edge of the bath
When to call us in Sawston
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, a chip that reaches the metal will start to rust.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- Chips caused by builders
- A cracked acrylic bath
- A kit repair that didn’t last
What your quote should include
- What prep work is covered
- How your room will be protected
- How the colour is matched
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
Bath repair in Sawston, done in place
Whether your bath is steel, cast iron or acrylic, we can repair it. Each material is repaired a little differently: metal baths need any rust dealt with first, and acrylic cracks need support from behind. We are often asked to fix chips on the rim or sides and a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting, across roll-top & freestanding, pressed steel enamel and whirlpool & spa baths.
Every job is backed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Location
- Sawston (CB22)
- Region
- Cambridgeshire
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Sawston and nearby
Sawston is about 6 miles south of Cambridge, in Cambridgeshire. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Sawston is one of 371 towns and villages in Cambridgeshire we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 45 miles away.
Every address in CB22 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From High Street, London Road and Churchfield Avenue or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Close by, we cover Pampisford (1 mile south-east), Whittlesford (1 mile south-west), Stapleford (2 miles north-west), Hanley Grange (2 miles south-east) and Little Shelford (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Cambridge (6 miles north), Newmarket (13 miles north-east), Royston (10 miles south-west), Cambourne (12 miles north-west), King's Hedges (7 miles north) and Arbury (7 miles north).
Landmarks near Sawston
Around Sawston, we work in homes near Sawston Village College, Kings Head Public House and The Bellbird Primary School, among other places. Sawston’s nearest station is Whittlesford Parkway station, roughly 1.5 miles south. A little further out are Fowlmere Castle (4.7 miles south-west) and American Air Museum (3 miles south-west). The countryside around Sawston includes Little Trees Hill and Beechwoods nature reserve.
What we do, step by step
Arrival times are agreed in advance. Once we are there, the work takes two to three hours for most chips. The room is left tidy and ready to use once it has cured.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- 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, usually by the day after, the bath is ready to use.
How to prepare
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Clear the area around the damage
- Make sure the area is dry
Get a quote
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
Related advice
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. They do not rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
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What a repair can’t fix
Not everything can be repaired, and we’d rather say so up front. Repairs won’t solve:
- A steel bath rusted through
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
Can I fix it myself?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:
- The type of damage
- How hard the colour is to match
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The material
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Send photos for a quote
You can take the pictures on your phone, there’s no need for anything special. Make sure they show:
- Details of any past repairs
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Repairing versus replacing in Sawston
Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: the tiles sitting on the rim tend to break, the panel may not fit the new one, and a plumber has to disconnect and reconnect everything. A repair skips all of it. Prices start from £95. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Sawston
- One price list for the entire UK
- Most jobs done in one visit
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- A year’s guarantee on all work
See our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Keeping it looking good
Nothing complicated is needed:
- Don’t leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Put a towel in the bath if you’re working above it
Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Deal with new chips early, before rust can start.
If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath. Water under the bath can damage the floor and the ceiling below.
Sawston: your questions answered
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes, we match coloured baths too. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
What areas do you cover?
All of Cambridgeshire, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
What happens if you find more damage?
If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
What happens after I send pictures?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair isn’t disturbed while it cures.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes, it’s one of the most common repairs we do. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
