Essex · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Stapleford Tawney, Essex
Our technicians come to Stapleford Tawney for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- A chipped rim or side
About our bath repair in Stapleford Tawney
Whatever the damage, the aim is the same: a repair that’s smooth, sound and hard to spot. We prepare the area properly, fill and shape it, then match the colour and gloss so it’s level with the surrounding surface. If you are dealing with impact holes in acrylic and damage done while the bathroom was being fitted, we can typically put it right, whatever the material.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we’ll sort it.
- Location
- Stapleford Tawney (RM4)
- Region
- Essex
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairing versus replacing in Stapleford Tawney
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. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.
What you get with us
- One visit for most repairs
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- A fixed quote before booking
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
Read our pricing or bath cost comparison.
For landlords and businesses
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we will handle the rest.
Stapleford Tawney and the surrounding area
Stapleford Tawney is about 5 miles east of Loughton, in Essex. We travel to clients in Stapleford Tawney and nearby villages, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. Stapleford Tawney is one of 644 places in Essex where we work. Our jobs stretch from Stapleford Tawney to London (about 16 miles away).
Every address in RM4 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Stapleford Tawney include Woodhatch (1 mile north), Hobbs Cross (2 miles west), Theydon Garnon (2 miles west), Toot Hill (2 miles north-east) and Fiddlers Hamlet (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (14 miles east), Basildon (14 miles south-east), Harlow (7 miles north), Brentwood (6 miles south-east), Billericay (11 miles east) and Loughton (5 miles west).
Around Stapleford Tawney
Typical jobs here are in homes near Church of St Mary, among other places. A little further out are Epping Signalling Museum (3 miles north-west) and St. Margaret's Hospital (3.2 miles north-west). The countryside around Stapleford Tawney includes Gernon Bushes.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
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 the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:
- How many items we do on one visit
- How many areas need work
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The type of damage
The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
Getting a price from photos
Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Any details about the material
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. There is no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
What we cannot put right
Not everything can be repaired, and we’d rather say so up front. Repairs will not solve:
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
How the visit works
When we visit, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job generally takes a few hours, depending on the damage. We clean up when we’re done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
- We leave it to cure; you can usually use the bath the day after.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
Ask for a price
You do not need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
Related advice
Common questions in Stapleford Tawney
Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?
Most of the time. We reinforce the crack from behind, then fill and refinish the front, so access behind the panel is important.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes, it’s one of the most common repairs we do. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
Do you cover the whole of Essex?
The whole UK, including all of Essex. Just include your postcode and we’ll offer you dates.
How soon can you come?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Will the repair show?
On a glossy bath, you will struggle to find it. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
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What else we do in Stapleford Tawney
Looking after it afterwards
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
Don’t leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, as they can leave rust marks. And fix dripping taps promptly.
If an acrylic bath has a crack, stop showering in it until it’s repaired. Every use opens the crack a little more, and water can get through to the floor below.
What your bath is made of matters
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Chips rust quickly on steel, particularly by the plughole, so repair chips early.
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.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
