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Bath Repair for Strettington homes
Our technicians come to Strettington 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
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Impact holes in acrylic
Repair or replace: which is better?
Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: removal and disposal, plumbing, a new panel, tiling and decorating. A repair is one job, done in one visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Strettington. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Strettington
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
See our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Bath repair in Strettington without replacing anything
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 frequently asked to fix holes from dropped items and snagging damage from a refit, on acrylic, whirlpool & spa baths and pressed steel enamel.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there’s a problem and we’ll sort it.
- Area
- Strettington (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in West Sussex and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
For a hairline mark somewhere you will 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.
What we do, step by step
There is not much you need to do on the day. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will get on with it. Most visits take a few hours, including clearing up.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
- We leave it to cure; you can typically use the bath the next day.
How to prepare
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Getting a price
For a price in Strettington, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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What affects the price in Strettington
Prices start from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We take into account:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- What kind of damage it is
- How many areas need work
- The colour and finish to match
The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You will see the full price before you book.
Getting a price from photos
Phone photos are fine, there is no need for anything special. Make sure they show:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Where you are, by postcode
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
Honest limits
Some jobs are not right for a repair, including:
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
Materials we work on in Strettington
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
Looking after it afterwards
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
Don’t leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, as they can leave rust marks. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath until it’s repaired. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.
Common questions in Strettington
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
How long before I can use the bath?
Most baths can be used the day after. We will tell you the exact curing time when we finish.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there’s more, we’ll tell you before starting.
Will the repair last?
It should, as long as the bath is firm and the area was prepared well. It carries our one-year guarantee.
How soon can you come?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You don’t need to watch us work.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and we’ll quote them together.
Different materials, different repairs
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, which makes it well worth repairing.
Strettington and the surrounding area
Strettington is about 2 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Strettington is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. You can also see our page for London, about 52 miles away.
Our visits in PO18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you’re just outside Strettington, we cover Westerton (1 mile west), Waterbeach (1 mile north), Maudlin (1 mile south-west), Boxgrove (1 mile east) and Tangmere (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles east), Emsworth (9 miles west) and Rustington (10 miles east).
What’s near Strettington
We visit homes around Westbourne House School, Boxgrove CofE Primary School and The Coach And Horses Public House and the streets around them. Strettington’s nearest station is Chichester station, roughly 2.8 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include The Chichester City Museum (2.4 miles south-west) and Chichester Centre (1.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Levin Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
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