Norfolk · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Upper Stoke, Norfolk
Local bath repair for Upper Stoke: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Impact holes in acrylic
Bath repair in Upper Stoke, done in place
Whatever has happened to the bath, we aim for the same result: a smooth, solid repair that blends in. We prepare the area properly, fill and shape it, then match the colour and gloss so it’s level with the surrounding surface. Whether it’s impact holes in acrylic and a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting, we can help, whatever the material.
Every repair is covered by our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Norfolk.
- Area
- Upper Stoke (NR14)
- Area hub
- Norfolk
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, just like other baths.
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.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
Upper Stoke and the surrounding area
Upper Stoke is about 5 miles south of Norwich, in Norfolk. Whether you are in the middle of Upper Stoke or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We cover 797 places across Norfolk, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in NR14 is covered. Local streets include Carol Close, Poringland Road and Brickle Loke. Other places close to Upper Stoke include Poringland (1 mile east), Framingham Earl (1 mile east), Arminghall (1 mile north), Framingham Pigot (2 miles north-east) and Howe (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Norwich (5 miles north), Wymondham (9 miles west), Sprowston (6 miles north), Thorpe St Andrew (4 miles north), Attleborough (14 miles west) and Norwich Lanes (4 miles north).
What’s near Upper Stoke
We visit homes around Church of All Saints, Framingham Earl High School and Dunston Common and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Norwich station, about 3.7 miles north. Nearby you will also find Chantry Place (3.9 miles north-west) and Norfolk and Norwich Hospital (3.8 miles north-west). Not far away are RSPB Surlingham Church Marsh.
When to call us in Upper Stoke
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, a chip that reaches the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
People normally call us when they notice one of these:
- A chipped rim or side
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Chips caused by builders
Comparing quotes
- What aftercare is recommended
- If travel is included in the price
- When it can be used again
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
How the visit works
You do not need to empty the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and get going once we have agreed what we’re doing. It typically takes a few hours, and you can get on with other things while we are there.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
- The repair is left to cure, and most baths can be used the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
How to get a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath, we can price the job.
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What a repair can’t fix
We would rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Upper Stoke
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
Questions from Upper Stoke
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes, very often. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
Do you work in Upper Stoke?
We do. Technicians travel to Upper Stoke from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
Is there any odour?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?
Generally. Send us a picture of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes, we match coloured baths too. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
Will I be able to see the repair?
On a glossy bath, you will struggle to find it. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
Towns and villages near Upper Stoke
What else we do in Upper Stoke
Why repair rather than replace?
Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: they’re very heavy to remove, especially upstairs, and replacing like for like is not cheap. Repairing it leaves it where it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Compared with replacing, repairing typically costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Upper Stoke
- Colour-matched on site
- One visit for most repairs
- No need to remove anything
- We leave the room as we found it
Read our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Keeping it looking good
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Have new chips seen to early
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust can start.
A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
For landlords and businesses
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details and we will arrange it.
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.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
