Bournemouth · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Westbourne, Bournemouth
Bath repair in and around Westbourne: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust spots around the plughole
- A cracked acrylic bath
Aftercare tips
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
For the first few days, keep heavy bottles off the repaired spot. After that, clean it as you would the rest of the bath, avoiding abrasives.
Small chips are quick to repair. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
Bath repair in Westbourne without replacing anything
Repairing baths is what we do most. Chips on the rim, rust around the waste and cracks in acrylic are all repaired in place, normally in one visit. Common call-outs are for damage beneath the taps and impact holes in acrylic, in cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and acrylic.
Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before you book.
- Location
- Westbourne (BH4, BH2, BH13)
- Area hub
- Bournemouth
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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What happens on the day
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and clear up. Allow a few hours, depending on the damage from start to finish. Before we go, we will explain when it can be used and how to care for it.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- 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
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Get a quote
Upload pictures of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Westbourne, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
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Should you replace it?
People frequently assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. Normally it does not: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Prices start from £95. 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’ll get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Westbourne
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- No need to remove anything
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
Read our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Landlord and trade work in Westbourne
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Westbourne use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
What we can’t put right
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
Common questions in Westbourne
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 worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes. We remove the rust and loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
How invisible is a bath repair?
On a bath in good condition, a colour matched repair is very hard to spot. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send photos of everything you’d like done.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Can you price it without visiting?
Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders across Bournemouth.
What we’re called out for in Westbourne
Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the bath move until the acrylic gives way.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- A chipped rim or side
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- Chips under the taps
What your quote should include
- How your room will be protected
- How long it needs to cure
- If travel is included in the price
- What aftercare is recommended
DIY kit or professional repair?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
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.
Different materials, different repairs
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and 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 the part we put right.
Westbourne and the surrounding area
Westbourne is about 2 miles south-west of Bournemouth, in Bournemouth. From the centre of Westbourne to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Westbourne is one of 20 places in Bournemouth we cover.
Here we cover the BH4, BH2 and BH13 postcode area. We regularly work on streets such as Tower Road, Drury Road and Poole Road and the roads around them. Main roads around Westbourne include the A338, so getting to you is simple. Neighbouring places we cover include West Cliff (1 mile east), Richmond Hill (1 mile east), Meyrick Park (1 mile north-east), Lansdowne (1 mile east) and East Cliff (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Muscliff (3 miles north-east), Pokesdown (4 miles east), Redhill (3 miles north), Boscombe (3 miles east), West Howe (3 miles north) and Strouden Park (3 miles north-east).
Around Westbourne
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Meyrick Park, Talbot Heath School and St Michael's Church of England Primary School. You’ll also find The Pembroke Arms (0.5 miles east), Winton Academy (1.9 miles north) and Church of St Ambrose (within half a mile south-west). For rail, the closest station is Branksome station, about 1 mile north-west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Bournemouth (0.7 miles east) and Royal Victoria Hospital (within half a mile east).
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