Kent · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Shepway, Kent
Problem with your bath in Shepway? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
Where we work around Shepway
Shepway is about 1 mile south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Whether you are in the middle of Shepway or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Shepway is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. We work right across the region, from Shepway to London (32 miles away).
We work across the ME15 postcode area and the streets around it. That includes homes on Derby Road, Devon Road and Surrey Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Shepway include Willington (1 mile east), Park Wood (1 mile south), Otham (1 mile south-east), Maidstone (1 mile north-west) and Weavering (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Sittingbourne (10 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south-west), Gravesend (14 miles north-west), Tonbridge (12 miles west), Faversham (15 miles east) and Northfleet (15 miles north-west).
What’s near Shepway
In Shepway, that means homes near St Martin's Church, The Wheatsheaf pub and Mote Park and the streets around them. Nearby too are Senacre Technology College (1.1 miles south-east), New Line Learning Academy (0.7 miles south-west) and Greenfields Community Primary School (less than half a mile north-east). For rail, the closest station is Maidstone West station, roughly 1.7 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include KIMS hospital (2.2 miles north) and Allington Castle (3.1 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Detling Hill.
How we handle bath repair in Shepway
A typical bath repair is a few hours’ work, and the bath is back in use the day after. There’s no need to book a plumber or tiler, because nothing is disconnected. Whether it’s deep scratches in acrylic and holes from dropped items, we can help, on whirlpool & spa baths, pressed steel enamel and roll-top & freestanding alike.
Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Area
- Shepway (ME15)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
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DIY repairs versus a professional job
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll 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.
What happens on the day
We turn up at the time we agreed with you, introduces themselves and checks the damage against your pictures first. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before we open a single tin. The work itself takes a few hours, depending on the damage, and we leave the room as we found it.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- Once it has cured, normally by the following day, the bath is ready to use.
How to prepare
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Point us to the nearest place to park
Get a quote
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, add your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed price, not an estimate.
Related advice
Do you need bath repair in Shepway?
Dropped items cause the majority of chips, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: the bath is not properly supported, so it flexes under weight.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- Chips under the taps
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
- Chips caused by builders
- Rust by the waste and overflow
Comparing quotes
- How the room is protected while they work
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- Who will actually do the work
- Whether they match the colour on site
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Exposed steel rusts fast, especially around the waste, so early repairs matter.
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.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip.
FAQs for Shepway
Can you price it without visiting?
Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
How long before I can use the bath?
Generally within a day, though it depends on what we’ve done.
Do you come to Shepway?
Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Shepway from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Do I need to be at home?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
How much does bath repair cost in Shepway?
Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed quote from your photos. Send a close-up and a photo of the whole item and your postcode.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
What we can’t put right
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- A steel bath rusted through
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.
Materials we work on in Shepway
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
What bath repair costs
Repairs from £95. You will know the full cost before booking. We take into account:
- What kind of damage it is
- The material and finish
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How many areas need work
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 you know the cost before you book.
Getting a price from pictures
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To help us price it:
- Any details about the material
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Details of any past repairs
- Where you are, by postcode
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. There is no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.
Should you replace it?
Cast iron baths especially are worth keeping: they’re very heavy to remove, especially upstairs, and a like-for-like replacement can be expensive. A repair keeps it in place. Our bath repair starts from £95. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Shepway
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- One visit for most repairs
- One-year guarantee on every repair
See our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
