Bath and North East Somerset · England

Bath Repair in West Harptree

Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths in West Harptree, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips under the taps
  • Impact holes in acrylic
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair in West Harptree

Where we work around West Harptree

West Harptree is about 7 miles west of Midsomer Norton, in Bath and North East Somerset. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. West Harptree is one of 136 towns and villages in Bath and North East Somerset we cover.

Every address in BS40 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include The Street, Ridge Lane and Ridge Crescent, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside West Harptree, we cover Ridge (1 mile south-west), Compton Martin (1 mile west), South Widcombe (1 mile east), North Widcombe (1 mile north-east) and Ubley Sideling (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Bath (13 miles north-east), Keynsham (9 miles north-east), Bathwick (13 miles north-east), Walcot (13 miles north-east), Westmoreland (12 miles north-east) and Kingsmead (12 miles north-east).

Landmarks near West Harptree

Typical jobs here are in homes near The Waldegrave Arms, East Harptree Church of England Primary School and Church of St Mary. Further afield, we also cover the area around Oval enclosure (2.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near West Harptree include Knowle Hill and Priddy Mineries.

Map of West Harptree © OpenStreetMap contributors

How we handle bath repair in West Harptree

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. Common call-outs are for damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and holes from dropped items, across whirlpool & spa baths, roll-top & freestanding and acrylic.

A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are not left on your own once we have gone.

Location
West Harptree (BS40)
Region
Bath and North East Somerset
Cover
One year on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: a damaged acrylic bath corner repaired in place

West Harptree questions

Is repairing better than replacing?

In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.

What about rust by the waste?

Yes. We remove the rust and loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.

How much does bath repair cost in West Harptree?

Prices start from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

Are you accredited?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.

Can you redo an old repair?

Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Mention it when you send pictures.

Is a bath repair permanent?

It should, as long as the bath is firm and the area was prepared well. It’s covered by our one-year guarantee.

How long before I can use the bath?

Typically the following day. We’ll tell you the exact curing time when we finish.

Which areas do you work in?

All of Bath and North East Somerset, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.

The process

There’s not much you need to do on the day. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will get on with it. Most visits take a few hours, depending on the damage, tidy-up included.

  1. Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
  3. Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
  4. Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the following day.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Open a window if you can

Ask for a price

For a price in West Harptree, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

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Advice

Aftercare tips

It’s all simple stuff:

  • Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
  • Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
  • Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
  • Give the bath a quick rinse after use

For the first few days, keep heavy bottles off the repaired spot. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine without abrasive products.

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 it pays to deal with it early.

Why repair rather than replace?

Replacing a fitted bath normally involves a plumber, lifting out the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and getting rid of the old bath. A repair deals only with the damage in a single visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access.

Why us?

  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • Usually one visit, start to finish
  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • One-year guarantee on every repair

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

What we cannot put right

A repair is not right for every job, including:

  • A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
  • Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
  • Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath

Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.

What we work on

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

Do you need bath repair in West Harptree?

Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, frequently before anyone notices. Snagging repairs like these are a regular job for us.

The things customers normally mention when they call include:

  • Scuffs and scratches in the surface
  • Snagging damage from a refit
  • Rust by the waste and overflow
  • A kit repair that didn’t last

Questions to ask before booking

  • Who turns up on the day
  • A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
  • How the colour is matched
  • What protection goes down before work starts

10 questions to ask before booking

How we price bath repair

Repairs from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:

  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • The material and finish
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.

Getting a price from photos

The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before

Email us photos of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you are in West Harptree, and we will reply with a fixed quote.

Repairs by material

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 the part we put right.

Pressed steel

Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Exposed steel rusts fast, especially around the waste, so early repairs matter.

DIY kit or professional repair?

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.

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