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Bath chip & crack repair in Upper Harbledown, Kent

Our technicians come to Upper Harbledown 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
  • An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
  • Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath repair in Upper Harbledown?

What a repair can’t fix

In fairness, some problems need a different fix:

  • Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
  • A steel bath rusted through
  • A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense

Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.

Materials we repair

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

Bath repair at your home in Upper Harbledown

Repairing baths is what we do most. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all fixed without removing the bath, generally in a single visit. We regularly repair whirlpool & spa baths, pressed steel enamel and acrylic, and common reasons people contact us are impact holes in acrylic and a chip where the taps sit.

You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Upper Harbledown as everywhere else we work.

Acrylic bath corner rebuilt by Surface Doctor, before and after
Where
Upper Harbledown (CT2)
County
Kent
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Different materials, different repairs

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’s the part we put right.

Acrylic

An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. There is no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

What happens on the day

We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you are not left guessing. On site, it takes a few hours, depending on the damage. We leave the room clean.

  1. First, we check the damage against your pictures and agree the plan.
  2. Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
  3. We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
  4. The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
  5. The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.

Preparing for the visit

  • Open a window if you can
  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
  • Let us know about parking or access

Getting a price

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can price the job.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

Repair or replace: which is better?

For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It’s a fraction of the cost of a new bath and fitting, it’s done in one visit, and the bathroom stays exactly as it is. Prices start from £95. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.

Why book with us

  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • One price list for the entire UK
  • One visit for most repairs

Read our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

Landlord and trade work in Upper Harbledown

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Upper Harbledown as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

Covering Upper Harbledown

Upper Harbledown is about 2 miles west of Canterbury, in Kent. Book a date that suits you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. We work in all 922 towns and villages in Kent. You can also see our page for London, about 51 miles away.

Every address in CT2 is covered. From Roman Road, The Green and Limes Place or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. We also travel to Rough Common (1 mile north-east), Harbledown (1 mile east), Chartham Hatch (1 mile south-west), Thanington (1 mile south-east) and Wincheap (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (12 miles south-west), Dover (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles west), Folkestone (15 miles south-east), Whitstable (5 miles north) and Faversham (7 miles west).

Landmarks near Upper Harbledown

In Upper Harbledown, that means homes near Church of St. Gabriel, The Canterbury Academy and The Dog and Bear pub, among other places. You’ll also find St Edmund's School (1.2 miles east) and No Man's Orchard (0.9 miles south-west). Upper Harbledown’s nearest station is Canterbury West station, about 1.8 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Canterbury Castle (1.9 miles east) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (2 miles east). Open spaces near Upper Harbledown include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.

Map of Upper Harbledown © OpenStreetMap contributors

Looking after it afterwards

Looking after the surface is easy:

  • Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
  • Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
  • Rinse it down after each bath
  • Don’t leave razors or cans standing in the bath

There’s nothing special to do after a repair, beyond gentle cleaning. Skip bleach and gritty creams and rinse after use.

Avoid standing in a cracked acrylic bath until it’s fixed. Each time it flexes, the crack grows, and water can get through to the floor below.

What bath repair costs

Repairs from £95. Each job gets its own fixed price. These are the things that affect it:

  • The type of damage
  • The colour and finish to match
  • How much damage there is
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it

Compared with replacing, repairing usually costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Send pictures for a quote

You can take the photos on your phone. Make sure they show:

  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area

To get a price, send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Questions from Upper Harbledown

How do I get a price for bath repair in Upper Harbledown?

Prices start from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.

Can landlords book you?

Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

You’ll get a fixed quote back, plus dates. You are under no obligation.

Do I need to be at home?

Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.

Will there be a smell?

There can be some smell while we work. It clears as the materials cure.

What areas do you cover?

The entire UK, including all of Kent. Send your postcode with your photos and we will offer you dates.

Can you repair something that is been repaired before?

Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Of course, and it typically saves money. Just add the extra items to your pictures and we’ll quote them together.

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