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Bath chip & crack repair in West Dulwich, Greater London
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for householders, landlords and businesses in West Dulwich. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Chips caused by builders
Looking after it afterwards
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Have new chips seen to early
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
A repaired bath needs no special treatment, just sensible cleaning. Skip bleach and gritty creams.
A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
Bath repair in West Dulwich, 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, normally in a single visit. Typical jobs include an old repair that has yellowed or come loose and rust by the waste and overflow, on acrylic, cast iron enamel and whirlpool & spa baths.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.
- Where
- West Dulwich (SE21, SE27, SE19)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
About West Dulwich
West Dulwich is about 1 mile north-east of West Norwood, in Greater London. Across the SE21 area, a technician comes to you. West Dulwich is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we work.
All of SE21, SE27 and SE19 is within our area. Whether you live on Berry Lane, Clive Road and Myton Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Being close to the A2199, West Dulwich is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around West Dulwich: Sydenham Hill (1 mile east), West Norwood (1 mile south-west), Gipsy Hill (1 mile south), Dulwich (1 mile north) and Upper Norwood (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include London (5 miles north), City of Westminster (6 miles north-west), Marylebone (6 miles north-west), Kensington (7 miles north-west), St Pancras (7 miles north) and Shoreditch (6 miles north).
Local landmarks in West Dulwich
In West Dulwich, that means homes near The Wood House, Dulwich Prep & Senior and Kingsdale Foundation School. Also close by are Long Meadow (0.5 miles south), Dulwich Wood Primary School (under half a mile south) and Church of St Stephen (within half a mile east). There’s a railway station in West Dulwich itself: Sydenham Hill station. Further afield, we also cover the area around St Christopher's Hospice (1.3 miles south-east) and Greenwich Castle (4.7 miles north-east). Not far away are Battersea Park Lake and Dulwich Upper Wood.
- Local facilities include Streatham Hill (1.8 miles west)
The process
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and start once you’re happy with the plan. Most jobs take a few hours, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the following day.
How to prepare
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
How to get a price
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.
Advice
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- How hard the colour is to match
- How many items we do on one visit
What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before you book.
Send pictures for a quote
Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- The material, if you know it
- A photo taken from further back
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.
Common problems we fix in West Dulwich
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On steel and cast iron baths, any chip down to the metal will start to rust.
If you can see any of these, send us a photo:
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
Comparing quotes
- Whether they match the colour on site
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Whether the price covers travel
Towns and villages near West Dulwich
What else we do in West Dulwich
DIY repairs versus a professional job
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
Work for landlords and builders
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Greater London and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in West Dulwich as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it typically costs far less than a refit.
Questions from West Dulwich
Can you redo an old repair?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Mention it when you send pictures.
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes. We remove the rust and loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
Usually, yes, if we can reach behind it. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.
Will the price change on the day?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.
How soon can you come?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Is there a call-out fee?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Why repair rather than replace?
A new bath brings a chain of other jobs: tiles along the rim generally crack when it comes out, a new panel is often needed, and a plumber has to disconnect and reconnect everything. A repair skips all of it. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in West Dulwich
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- One visit for most repairs
- Colour-matched on site
- No need to remove anything
Read our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
When a repair is not the answer
We would rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
What we work on
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
