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Bath chip & crack repair in West Lavington, West Sussex
Damaged bath in West Lavington? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Rust by the waste and overflow
Bath repair in West Lavington, done in place
Repairing baths is what we do most. Chips on the rim, rust around the waste and cracks in acrylic are all fixed without removing the bath, typically in a single visit. Typical jobs include a chipped rim or side and chips caused by builders, in cast iron enamel, roll-top & freestanding and acrylic.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will sort it.
- Area
- West Lavington (GU29)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Can I fix it myself?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. 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.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
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Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- What kind of damage it is
- Unusual colours or finishes
- How many items we do on one visit
A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.
Send pictures for a quote
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Please include:
- Something in shot to show the size
- The material, if you know it
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
What we do, step by step
Here’s how a visit normally runs: we arrive on time, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and tidy away. Allow a few hours, depending on the damage. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- 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 following day.
How to prepare
- Ensure the area is dry
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Getting a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Related advice
Looking after it afterwards
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Rinse it down after each bath
A repaired bath needs no special treatment. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners.
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.
Where we work around West Lavington
West Lavington is about 9 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. Our technicians cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. We work right across the region, from West Lavington to London (about 45 miles away).
We cover every part of GU29. From Church Road, Selham Road and Highstanding Lane or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. We also cover the places around West Lavington: Midhurst (1 mile west), Cocking Causeway (1 mile south-west), Easebourne (1 mile north), Bepton Common (1 mile west) and Heyshott Green (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (10 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles south-east), Emsworth (13 miles south-west), Rustington (15 miles south-east) and Storrington (13 miles east).
Near you in West Lavington
Around West Lavington, we work in homes near The Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene, Midhurst CofE Primary School and Midhurst Rother College. You will also find Crown House (0.5 miles north-west) and St Margaret's Convent (0.7 miles north-west). Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Museum (0.6 miles north-west) and Lodsworth Castle (2.5 miles east). The countryside around West Lavington includes Levin Down and Graffham Common.
When a repair isn’t the answer
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we work on in West Lavington
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
West Lavington: your questions answered
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes, coloured baths are no problem. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
Is there a call-out fee?
Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
What information do you need?
Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.
What happens if you find more damage?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Is a bath repair permanent?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps.
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Yes, we do this often. We strip it out, deal with any rust and repair it again.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
Normally, yes, if we can reach behind it. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.
Repair or replace: which is better?
When the bath is otherwise sound, repairing beats replacing. It’s quicker, cheaper and far less disruptive, and the bathroom stays as it is. Where the whole surface is tired, we may suggest re-enamelling instead. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why choose Surface Doctor in West Lavington
- No need to remove anything
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Most jobs done in one visit
Take a look at our full price list and bath cost comparison.
Landlords, agents and businesses in West Lavington
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Common problems we fix in West Lavington
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: bottles, shower heads and razors are dropped every day, and taps and wastes are tightened against the surface. Sooner or later, most baths pick up a chip.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- A chipped rim or side
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Damage beneath the taps
Comparing quotes
- Who turns up on the day
- What aftercare is recommended
- What prep work is covered
- When it can be used again
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
