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Bath chip & crack repair in Skinner's Hill, Isle of Wight
Our technicians come to Skinner's Hill for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
Can I fix it myself?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
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.
Bath repair in Skinner's Hill, done in place
We repair enamelled steel, cast iron and acrylic baths. The method changes with the material: metal baths need any rust dealt with first, and acrylic cracks need support from behind. We are often asked to fix cracks in an acrylic bath and a hole punched through by something heavy, across cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and acrylic.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Skinner's Hill and across Isle of Wight.
- Area
- Skinner's Hill (PO36)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Skinner's Hill
Repairs from £95. Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:
- Access to the area
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The material
No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. 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.
Send pictures for a quote
Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Where you are, by postcode
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Natural light rather than flash
- Details of any past repairs
There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
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When a repair is not the answer
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- A whole bath that is dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
What we work on
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
How it works
On the day, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a few hours. We clean up when we are done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- 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.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
How to get a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Related advice
Repairing versus replacing in Skinner's Hill
Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: removal and disposal, plumbing, a new panel, tiling and decorating. With a repair, it’s one visit and one price. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Skinner's Hill. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why Skinner's Hill customers choose us
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Fixed prices from your photos
See our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Common problems we fix in Skinner's Hill
Rust normally starts where water sits, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Rusty patches near the plughole
What to look for in a quote
- How long it needs to cure
- How to look after the finish
- How the colour is matched
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
Skinner's Hill and the surrounding area
Skinner's Hill is about 5 miles south of Ryde, in Isle of Wight. From the centre of Skinner's Hill to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Skinner's Hill is one of 125 towns and villages in Isle of Wight where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 75 miles away.
Jobs in PO36 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Skinner's Hill and Hill Top, all of which we cover. Other places close to Skinner's Hill include Queen's Bower (1 mile south-east), Alverstone Garden Village (1 mile north-east), Alverstone (1 mile east), Lake (2 miles south-east) and Sandown (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Newport (5 miles north-west), Ryde (5 miles north), Cowes (8 miles north-west), Ventnor (5 miles south), East Cowes (7 miles north-west) and Oakfield (4 miles north-east). For island and remote addresses, ring us first and we’ll plan the trip.
What’s near Skinner's Hill
We visit homes around Newchurch Primary School, Sandown Bay Academy and All Saints' Church and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Sandown station, about 1.7 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (2 miles south-east) and Sandown Castle (2.3 miles east). Open spaces near Skinner's Hill include Alverstone Mead and Brading Down.
Your questions about bath repair in Skinner's Hill
What areas do you cover?
The whole UK, including all of Isle of Wight. Send your postcode with your pictures and we’ll offer you dates.
How soon can you come?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
What happens after I send photos?
We come back with a fixed price. There’s no obligation to book.
Does someone need to be in?
We need someone to let us in. You do not need to watch us work.
How invisible is a bath repair?
On a bath in good condition, a colour-matched repair is very hard to spot. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.
Will you leave a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
Most of the time. The back of the crack is strengthened before the front is filled and refinished, so access behind the panel is important.
Is a bath repair durable?
Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It carries our one-year guarantee.
Aftercare tips
It’s all simple stuff:
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Don’t leave a fresh chip for long
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust can start.
Don’t leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.
Landlord and trade work in Skinner's Hill
Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
