Essex · England
Bath Repair for Stratford St Mary homes
Our technicians come to Stratford St Mary for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Holes from dropped items
- Deep scratches in acrylic
Covering Stratford St Mary
Stratford St Mary is about 6 miles north-east of Colchester, in Essex. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Stratford St Mary is one of 644 places in Essex where we work. Our jobs stretch from Stratford St Mary to London (about 56 miles away).
Jobs in CO7 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as The Street, Kenyon Close and Strickmere, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Higham (1 mile north-west), Dedham (1 mile south-east), Lamb Corner (2 miles south), Holton St Mary (2 miles north-east) and Hornestreet (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Colchester (6 miles south-west), Clacton-on-Sea (14 miles south-east), Harwich (13 miles east), Camulodunum (7 miles south-west), Halstead (15 miles west) and Greenstead (6 miles south).
Landmarks near Stratford St Mary
We visit homes around The Anchor pub, Stratford St Mary Primary School and East Bergholt High School, among other places. Stratford St Mary’s nearest station is Manningtree station, roughly 3.3 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Severalls Hospital (5 miles south-west) and The Munnings Museum (1.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Cattawade Marshes.
About our bath repair in Stratford St Mary
Most of our bath repairs take a few hours, and you can generally bathe again the day after. There is no need to book a plumber or tiler, because the bath doesn’t move. Whether it’s a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting and damage beneath the taps, we can typically put it right.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Location
- Stratford St Mary (CO7)
- County
- Essex
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Common questions in Stratford St Mary
When can I have a bath again?
Generally the day after. We will tell you the exact curing time when we finish.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Is a bath repair permanent?
Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It’s covered by our one-year guarantee.
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Essex.
Do the materials smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
In most cases. We reinforce the crack from behind, then fill and refinish the front, so we need access under the bath.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Usually, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- How many items we do on one visit
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How hard the colour is to match
- How easy the damage is to reach
No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Getting a price from photos
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:
- Details of any past repairs
- Any details about the material
- Where you are, by postcode
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.
When to call us in Stratford St Mary
Rust generally starts where water sits, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.
The most common problems we are called about are:
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Rust spots around the plughole
What your quote should include
- What protection goes down before work starts
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- How to care for the finish
- Who turns up on the day
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
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.
The process
From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes a morning or an afternoon, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Open a window if you can
How to get a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
Related advice
For landlords and businesses
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Repairs by material
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.
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.
When a repair is not the answer
We won’t take on work that will not last, so these are the limits:
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- Wear across the whole surface, which needs re-enamelling
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we work on
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
Looking after it afterwards
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
For the first few days, keep heavy bottles off the repaired spot. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine without abrasive products.
Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. Left for months, a small chip can grow into a large rust patch, so it pays to deal with it early.
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