Dorset · England
Bath Repair in Wareham
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths in Wareham, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped rim or side
- A kit repair that didn’t last
Bath repair in Wareham, done in place
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, typically in a single visit. Whether it’s scuffs and scratches in the surface and a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting, we can help.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Wareham (BH20)
- Region
- Dorset
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
When a repair is not the answer
We will not take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. We price every job individually, from your pictures. The main factors are:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The type of damage
- How hard the colour is to match
- Doing more than one item at once
Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
How to get a fixed price
Before you send pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Any details about the material
- Natural light rather than flash
- Details of any past repairs
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed price without visiting.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
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.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
What we do, step by step
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you’re not left guessing. Once we’re there, the work takes two to three hours for most chips in most cases. The room is left tidy and ready to use once it has cured.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- 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 clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.
Before we arrive
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Have a window or extractor fan available
Ask for a price
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
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How to look after the repair
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
For the first few days, keep heavy bottles off the repaired spot. After that, clean it as you would the rest of the bath without abrasive products.
Until we visit, a strip of waterproof tape over the damage helps, to keep water out. Remove it before the repair.
Wareham and the surrounding area
Wareham is about 7 miles south-west of Poole, in Dorset. Customers in Wareham get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Wareham is one of 462 towns and villages in Dorset where we work.
Every address in BH20 is covered. That includes homes on North Walls, Roper's Lane and Tinker's Lane. Being close to the A351 and B3070, Wareham is simple for us to get to. Other places close to Wareham include Stoborough (1 mile south), Stoborough Green (1 mile south), Worgret (1 mile west), Stoborough Heath (2 miles south) and East Holme (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Dorchester (15 miles west), Wimborne Minster (10 miles north-east), Blandford Forum (12 miles north), Ferndown (12 miles north-east), Broadstone (7 miles north-east) and Corfe Mullen (7 miles north-east).
Around Wareham
In Wareham, that means homes near Stoborough Church of England Primary School, Lord Nelson Public House and St Martin's Church. Wareham has its own railway station: Wareham station. Further afield, we also cover the area around Wareham Community Hospital (under half a mile south-west) and Wareham Castle (less than half a mile south). For a walk, there is Arne RSPB reserve and Hyde Hill.
Should you replace it?
Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: getting one out, particularly from an upstairs bathroom, is a big job, and a like-for-like replacement can be expensive. A repair keeps it in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing typically costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Wareham
- One visit for most repairs
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- One price list for the whole UK
Read our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
When to call us in Wareham
The usual cause is something heavy dropped into the bath, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Cracks in acrylic have a different cause: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.
Common reasons people in Wareham contact us include:
- Chips caused by builders
- A chip where the taps sit
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
What to look for in a quote
- When it can be used again
- What preparation is included
- What aftercare is recommended
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
Questions from Wareham
Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?
Frequently, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Check under the bath panel, or send us a picture.
Are there extra charges for Wareham?
There is no separate call-out charge. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send pictures with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
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.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders in Wareham.
Repairs by material
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
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