Kent · England
Bath Repair in Staple
Bath repair for Staple, without a refit. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- A kit repair that didn’t last
Bath repair in Staple without replacing anything
Most bath damage, from chips and cracks to rust spots and holes, is repaired in place. There is no plumbing to disconnect, your tiles stay as they are, and the repaired area is colour-matched so it blends in. If you’re dealing with a cracked acrylic bath and damage beneath the taps, we can usually put it right, on roll-top & freestanding, cast iron enamel and whirlpool & spa baths alike.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will sort it.
- Location
- Staple (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Different materials, different repairs
Cast iron
A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that is the part we put right.
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. They don’t rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
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 then the old filler has to be removed first.
Covering Staple
Staple is about 7 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. We visit homes and businesses in Staple and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. Staple is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. You can also see our page for London, about 60 miles away.
We work across the CT3 postcode area. Streets in the area include The Street, Rowan Close and School Lane. Other places close to Staple include Barnsole (1 mile south-east), Twitham (1 mile west), Durlock (1 mile north), Flemings (1 mile east) and Guilton (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Around Staple
Our clients here include homes close to The Three Tuns pub and Church of St James, among other places. Staple’s nearest station is Adisham station, about 2.9 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are White Mill (3.3 miles east). For a walk, there’s Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Also in Staple
Signs you need bath repair in Staple
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On enamelled baths, a chip that reaches the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Chips under the taps
- A chipped rim or side
What your quote should include
- Who will actually do the work
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How long it needs to cure
- How your room will be protected
Questions from Staple
Which areas do you work in?
The entire UK, including all of Kent. Just include your postcode and we will offer you dates.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We come back with a fixed price. You’re under no obligation.
When can I have a bath again?
Usually the next day. We will tell you the exact curing time when we finish.
How do I book?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.
Will there be a smell?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and we will quote them together.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
When a repair is not the answer
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we work on in Staple
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
The process
Your technician turns up when we said we would, introduces themselves and looks over the damage before anything else. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before we open a single tin. Most visits take a few hours, and the room is left clean and tidy.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Get a quote
Most clients in Staple get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
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Repairing versus replacing in Staple
If the rest of the bath is in good condition, a repair is almost always the better choice. It’s quicker, cheaper and far less disruptive, and you keep the bath you chose. Where the entire surface is tired, we may suggest re-enamelling instead. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.
What you get with us
- One price list for the whole UK
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Everything repaired in place
See our pricing or bath cost comparison.
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. You’ll know the full cost before booking. We take into account:
- How many areas need work
- How many items we do on one visit
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The material
Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Staple. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
How to get a fixed price
Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Natural light rather than flash
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job.
Keeping it looking good
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Don’t scrub with anything abrasive
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
Care for the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
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.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
