Southampton · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Thornhill, Southampton
We travel to Thornhill for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Holes from dropped items
Bath repair in Thornhill, done in place
Chips, cracks, rust spots and small holes can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. There is no plumbing to disconnect, your tiles stay as they are, and the finish is matched to the rest of the bath. We regularly repair cast iron enamel, acrylic and whirlpool & spa baths, and people most often call us about rusty patches near the plughole and holes from dropped items.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything is not right, ring us and we’ll sort it.
- Area
- Thornhill (SO19, SO18, SO30)
- Area hub
- Southampton
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
For landlords and businesses
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details and we will arrange it.
If you manage property in Thornhill, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we’ll price them together.
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. We price every job individually, from your pictures. The main factors are:
- The type of damage
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Access to the area
- What the surface is made of
Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Send pictures for a quote
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Details of any past repairs
- One picture of the whole bath
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Common questions in Thornhill
Do you charge for travel?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You do not need to watch us work.
Do the materials smell?
Expect a mild smell while we are working.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
How do I book?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. If there is more, we will tell you before starting.
Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?
Generally, yes, if we can reach behind it. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you will get one combined price.
Our work in Thornhill
Thornhill is about 2 miles east of Southampton, in Southampton. We travel to homes and businesses in Thornhill and the surrounding area, so you don’t need to take anything anywhere. We work in all 40 towns and villages across Southampton, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Thornhill to London (68 miles away).
Jobs in SO19, SO18 and SO30 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes on Drove Road, Barry Road and Luton Road. Thornhill sits on or near the A334, so getting to you is simple. Nearby, we also work in Harefield (1 mile north), Sholing (1 mile south-west), Bitterne (1 mile west), West End (1 mile north) and Chartwell Green (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Shirley (4 miles west), Regents Park (4 miles west), Maybush (5 miles west), Portswood (3 miles north-west), Coxford (5 miles west) and Freemantle (4 miles west). Thornhill is among the bigger towns we cover in Southampton.
Local landmarks in Thornhill
Our customers here include homes close to Westwood Woodland Park, St Christopher and The Red Lion pub. You will also find Thornhill Primary School (under half a mile west), Grove Park Business and Enterprise College (1.3 miles south) and Woodlands Community College (0.6 miles north). The closest station to Thornhill is Sholing station, about 1.4 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Moorgreen Hospital (1.4 miles north-east) and Bitterne Local History Society Heritage And Research Centre (1.1 miles west). Not far away are Netley Common.
Common problems we fix in Thornhill
Rust tends to begin where water collects, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.
Look out for these signs:
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Chips caused by builders
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Deep scratches in acrylic
What to look for in a quote
- How soon you can use it again
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Whether the price covers travel
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
Can I fix it myself?
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.
When we’d advise against a repair
Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits:
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- A steel bath rusted through
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Thornhill
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
How the visit works
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we’ve agreed what we are doing. It typically takes two to three hours for most chips, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- 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 tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, typically the day after.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
Get a quote
Email us pictures of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you are in Thornhill, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Related advice
Repairs by material
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.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
Aftercare tips
How the surface is treated afterwards matters. Here’s what we suggest:
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Have new chips seen to early
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine without abrasive products.
Do not leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
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