Hampshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Test Valley, Hampshire
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths at your home in Test Valley, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips caused by builders
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
About our bath repair in Test Valley
We see every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. All of it is repaired where the bath stands. Whether it’s snagging damage from a refit and rust by the waste and overflow, we can normally put it right, whatever the material.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll come back.
- Where
- Test Valley (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Repair or replace: which is better?
Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. In most cases it does not: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Prices start from £95. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Test Valley. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Test Valley
- No need to remove anything
- We leave the room as we found it
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- One visit for most repairs
Read our full price list or bath cost comparison.
Do you need bath repair in Test Valley?
The usual cause is something heavy dropped into the bath, and building work is a common culprit. Cracks in acrylic have a different cause: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.
Look out for these signs:
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Chips under the taps
- Rust spots around the plughole
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Who turns up on the day
Nearby places to Test Valley
What else we do in Test Valley
What we can’t put right
Not everything can be repaired, and we’ll tell you before we start. Repairs won’t solve:
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.
Materials we work on in Test Valley
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. These are the things that affect it:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- How many areas need work
- What the surface is made of
- The colour and finish to match
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book, with nothing added on the day.
Quotes from your pictures
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what we need:
- Any details about the material
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Natural light rather than flash
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
To get a price, send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
The process
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we’ll take it from there. Most visits take two to three hours for most chips, tidy-up included.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, usually the next day.
Before we arrive
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
Ask for a price
You do not need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
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For landlords and businesses
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Where we work around Test Valley
Test Valley is about 7 miles north of Andover, in Hampshire. We visit homes and businesses in Test Valley and nearby villages, so there is no workshop to go to. We work in 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 59 miles away.
We cover every part of the SP11 postcode area. Other places close to Test Valley include Ashmansworth (1 mile east), Vernham Street (3 miles west), Upper Green (4 miles north), Inkpen Common (5 miles north) and Hell Corner (5 miles north). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (15 miles east), Andover (7 miles south), Tadley (13 miles east), Popley (15 miles east), Tidworth (11 miles south-west) and Kempshott (13 miles east).
Landmarks near Test Valley
In Test Valley, that means homes near Church of St James. Open spaces near Test Valley include Pilot Hill.
What your bath is made of matters
Cast iron
A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is the part we put right.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
Keeping it looking good
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, as they can leave rust marks. And fix dripping taps promptly.
If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath until it’s repaired. Water under the bath can damage the floor and the ceiling below.
Your questions about bath repair in Test Valley
Will it make a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
Will I be able to see the repair?
We aim for a repair you cannot easily find. How well it disappears depends on the condition of the rest of the bath.
Will the price change on the day?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Can you price it without visiting?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
Often, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a picture.
What areas do you cover?
All of Hampshire, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.
Do you charge for travel?
Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
