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Bath chip & crack repair in Tokers Green, Reading

We travel to Tokers Green for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
  • Holes from dropped items
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair for Tokers Green homes

About our bath repair in Tokers Green

Whatever has happened to the bath, we aim for the same result: a repair that is smooth, sound and hard to spot. Proper preparation, careful filling and shaping, then colour and gloss matching so it sits flush with the rest of the bath. We regularly repair acrylic, roll-top & freestanding and pressed steel enamel, and people most often call us about cracks in an acrylic bath and scratches you can feel with a fingernail.

A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.

Where
Tokers Green (RG4)
Area hub
Reading
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: a damaged acrylic bath corner repaired in place

What we are called out for in Tokers Green

Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else, closely followed by shower heads. Taps and wastes cause problems too: water sits around them, and any chip there soon rusts.

Most people get in touch when they notice one of these:

  • Holes from dropped items
  • Rusty patches near the plughole
  • Cracks in an acrylic bath
  • Damage beneath the taps

What to look for in a quote

  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • What happens if they find more damage
  • How the room is protected while they work

Choosing a repair company

DIY kit or professional repair?

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

What we can’t put right

Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits too:

  • A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
  • A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
  • Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath

If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.

Materials we work on in Tokers Green

  • Whirlpool & spa baths
  • Acrylic
  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Cast iron enamel

Looking after it afterwards

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
  • Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
  • Do not leave a fresh chip for long
  • A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early

Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, as they can leave rust marks. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.

Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.

Repair or replace: which is better?

Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: getting one out, particularly from an upstairs bathroom, is a big job, and replacing like for like is not cheap. A repair keeps it in place. Our bath repair starts from £95. We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

What you get with us

  • One visit for most repairs
  • No extra charge for your area
  • Colour mixed on the day to match
  • Rooms protected and left tidy

Take a look at our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

How it works

Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a few hours. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.

  1. We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
  2. The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
  3. We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
  4. We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
  5. We leave it to cure; you can generally use the bath the day after.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive

How to get a price

To get a price, send a couple of pictures using our quote form or ring us. We’ll say immediately whether it can be repaired.

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How we price bath repair

Prices start from £95. We do not charge extra for travel to Tokers Green. The price depends on:

  • The colour and finish to match
  • How many areas need work
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • How many items we do on one visit

A repair normally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.

How to get a fixed quote

You can usually get a fixed price without us visiting. To help us price it:

  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • A photo taken from further back
  • Details of any past repairs

If you’re in Tokers Green and want a price, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

About Tokers Green

Tokers Green is about 2 miles north-west of Caversham, in Reading. 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. Our repair technicians cover 34 places in Reading. Our nearest city page is London, about 39 miles away.

Postcode districts we cover here: RG4. That includes homes on Tokers Green Lane, Dysonswood Lane and Bardolph's Close. Neighbouring places we cover include Chalkhouse Green (1 mile north-east), Caversham Heights (1 mile south), Emmer Green (1 mile south-east), Caversham (2 miles south-east) and Caversham Park Village (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Norcot (3 miles south-west), West Reading (3 miles south), Tilehurst Within (3 miles south-west), Shinfield (6 miles south), Arborfield Garrison (9 miles south-east) and Horncastle (4 miles south-west).

What’s near Tokers Green

In Tokers Green, that means homes near Kidmore End Church of England Primary School, The Warwick School and Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre. You will also find Church of St John the Baptist (1.1 miles north) and The Pack Saddle pub (less than half a mile south-west). The nearest railway station is Tilehurst station, roughly 2.2 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Broad Street Mall (2.8 miles south) and Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (2.5 miles south). The countryside around Tokers Green includes South Lake and Fobney Island Wetland Reserve.

Map of Tokers Green © OpenStreetMap contributors

Questions from Tokers Green

How much does bath repair cost in Tokers Green?

Prices start from £95. Every job gets a fixed price based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the entire item with your RG4 postcode.

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.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.

Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?

In most cases. Send us a picture of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders in Tokers Green.

Will I be able to see the repair?

The goal is a repair that blends in. The rest of the bath’s condition makes a difference, and we’ll tell you what to expect.

When can you do it?

Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

Do I need to be at home?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Acrylic

An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They do not rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.

Cast iron

Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that’s what we repair.

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