Hampshire · England

Bath Repair for Sprat's Down homes

We travel to Sprat's Down for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Snagging damage from a refit
  • A hole punched through by something heavy
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath repair in Sprat's Down?

Bath repair in Sprat's Down, done in place

Whatever has happened to the bath, we aim for the same result: a repair that is smooth, sound and hard to spot. Proper preparation, careful filling and shaping, then colour and gloss matching so it’s level with the surrounding surface. Whether it’s holes from dropped items and chips caused by builders, we can generally put it right, whatever the material.

You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we’ll sort it.

Before and after: a chipped, rust-stained bath around the plughole
Location
Sprat's Down (SO45)
Area hub
Hampshire
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

What happens on the day

The work is clean and fairly quiet. We protect the area first, then the work takes a morning or an afternoon. At the end we talk you through how soon it can be used and how to look after it.

  1. We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
  2. Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
  3. The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
  4. The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
  5. The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Open a window if you can
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Let us know which floor the room is on

Get a quote

There’s 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 will reply with a fixed quote.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

What your bath is made of matters

Composite and resin

Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, just like other baths.

Pressed steel

Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.

Common questions in Sprat's Down

Do you work in Sprat's Down?

Yes. We cover the entire UK and travel to Sprat's Down and the rest of Hampshire. Send pictures and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Can you repair something that is been repaired before?

In most cases. The old repair comes out first.

Can you redo an old repair?

Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Tell us about it when you send pictures.

How soon can you come?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.

Is there a guarantee?

Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Hampshire.

How long before I can use the bath?

Generally the following day. We will tell you the exact curing time when we finish.

What we are called out for in Sprat's Down

Rust generally 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.

Typical reasons for a call-out include:

  • Chips caused by builders
  • Rust spots around the plughole
  • A kit repair that didn’t last
  • Scuffs and scratches in the surface

Questions to ask before you book

  • How the colour is matched
  • What prep work is covered
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included

Choosing a repair company

When we would advise against a repair

Not everything can be repaired, and we will tell you before we start. Repairs won’t solve:

  • Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
  • Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
  • A whole bath that is dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before booking.

What we work on

  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Acrylic
  • Cast iron enamel
  • Whirlpool & spa baths

How to care for the repair

A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:

  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
  • Don’t scrub with anything abrasive
  • Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
  • Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it

Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Deal with new chips early, before rust can start.

Don’t leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

Work for landlords and builders

For anyone letting property in or around Sprat's Down, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we will come back with a combined price.

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

Our work in Sprat's Down

Sprat's Down is about 4 miles north of Cowes, in Hampshire. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Sprat's Down is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 72 miles away.

All of SO45 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also travel to Calshot (1 mile east), Stonehills (1 mile north), Stanswood (1 mile south), Hillhead (1 mile east) and Ashlett (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (8 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north), Fareham (7 miles north-east), Totton (10 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (12 miles north) and Hedge End (7 miles north).

Landmarks near Sprat's Down

Our customers here include homes close to Falcon Hotel, Fawley Infant School and St George, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Hamble station, about 4 miles north. A little further out are Calshot Castle (1.6 miles east) and Sir Max Aitken Museum (3.9 miles south-east). Not far away are Mercury Marshes and Mill Hill.

Map of Sprat's Down © OpenStreetMap contributors

Repairing versus replacing in Sprat's Down

A repair makes sense whenever the damage is localised. It’s a fraction of the cost of a new bath and fitting, it’s done in one visit, and nothing else in the room changes. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair generally costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Why us?

  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • Same prices wherever you are
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • No need to remove anything

See our prices page and bath cost comparison.

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