West Sussex · England
Bath Repair for Tilgate homes
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths in Tilgate, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
What we do, step by step
From the moment we arrive, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes two to three hours for most chips, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
- The repair is left to cure, and most baths can be used the following day.
Preparing for the visit
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Have a window or extractor fan available
Get a quote
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
Related advice
About our bath repair in Tilgate
You do not need a new bath because of a chip. We fill the damage, shape it to the curve of the bath and refinish it, mixing the colour on the day so the repair is hard to spot. We are frequently asked to fix a chipped rim or side and a cracked acrylic bath, on acrylic, whirlpool & spa baths and roll-top & freestanding.
Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Tilgate and across West Sussex.
- Area
- Tilgate (RH10, RH11)
- County
- West Sussex
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
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When we’d advise against a repair
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- A steel bath rusted through
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Repairs by material
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
What affects the price in Tilgate
Repairs from £95. We do not charge extra for travel to Tilgate. The price depends on:
- The type of damage
- Whether we combine several jobs
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
How to get a fixed price
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:
- The material, if you know it
- A photo taken from further back
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, add your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
Where we work around Tilgate
Tilgate is about 1 mile south-east of Crawley, in West Sussex. From the centre of Tilgate to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Tilgate is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we work. Our jobs stretch from Tilgate to London (about 28 miles away).
Our repair technicians cover all of RH10 and RH11 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include York Road, Nash Road and Cook Road. Close by, we cover Southgate (1 mile west), Crawley (1 mile north-west), Three Bridges (1 mile north-east), Maidenbower (1 mile east) and West Green (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Horsham (7 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (7 miles east), Billingshurst (13 miles south-west) and Roffey (6 miles west).
Local landmarks in Tilgate
We visit homes around The Grasshopper pub, The Oaks Primary School & Nursery and Three Bridges Junior School, among other places. Also close by are Thomas Bennett Community College (0.6 miles south-west), Tilgate Park (0.7 miles south) and Holy Trinity (less than half a mile south-west). The closest station to Tilgate is Crawley station, about 0.6 miles north-west. A little further out are County Mall (0.7 miles north-west) and Crawley Hospital (1.2 miles north-west). Open spaces near Tilgate include Tilgate Lake.
Work for landlords and builders
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details.
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: tiles along the rim normally crack when it comes out, the panel may not fit the new one, and a plumber has to disconnect and reconnect everything. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Prices start from £95. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.
Why Tilgate clients choose us
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- No extra charge for your area
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- A fixed quote before booking
Take a look at our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Do you need bath repair in Tilgate?
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On enamelled baths, any chip down to the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed any of these:
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- A chip where the taps sit
- Chips on the rim or sides
- A kit repair that didn’t last
Comparing quotes
- Whether the price covers travel
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Aftercare advice
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
Tilgate questions
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Typically, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a picture.
What do you need from me?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
You will get a fixed quote back, normally with dates to choose from. There is no obligation to book.
Do you cover Tilgate?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and travel to Tilgate and the rest of West Sussex. Send pictures and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Tell us about it when you send photos.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
