West Berkshire · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Wickham, West Berkshire
Our repair technicians come to Wickham for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- Chips on the rim or sides
Covering Wickham
Wickham is about 6 miles north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We travel to homes and businesses in Wickham and the surrounding area, so there is no workshop to go to. Wickham is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we work. We work right across the region, from Wickham to London (about 58 miles away).
Every address in RG20 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From Welford Road, Baydon Road and Mant Close or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Other places close to Wickham include Easton (1 mile east), Weston (1 mile north), Clapton (1 mile south-west), East Shefford (2 miles north) and Shefford Woodlands (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Newbury (6 miles south-east), Thatcham (8 miles east), Speenhamland (5 miles south-east), Hungerford (4 miles south-west), Lambourn (6 miles north-west) and Shaw (6 miles south-east).
Around Wickham
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to The Five Bells pub, Welford and Wickham C.E. Primary School and Church of St Swithin. Wickham’s nearest station is Kintbury station, about 3 miles south. Nearby you will also find Hamstead Marshall 3 (3.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Wickham includes Sole Common Pond.
Bath repair at your home in Wickham
Bath repair is our most common job. Chips on the rim, rust around the waste and cracks in acrylic are all fixed without removing the bath, usually in a single visit. We regularly repair roll-top & freestanding, whirlpool & spa baths and pressed steel enamel, and common reasons people contact us are chips on the rim or sides and damage beneath the taps.
You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Wickham as everywhere else we work.
- Area
- Wickham (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we will take it from there. The job generally runs to a morning or an afternoon.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the day after.
Preparing for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Let us know about parking or access
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Get a quote
There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
Advice
Work for landlords and builders
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Wickham use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it normally costs far less than a refit.
Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Should you replace it?
If the rest of the bath is in good condition, a repair is almost always the better choice. It costs less, takes less time and causes far less upheaval, and you keep the bath you chose. Where the entire surface is tired, we may suggest re-enamelling instead. Prices start from £95. Compared with replacing, repairing usually costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Wickham
- One visit for most repairs
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Same prices wherever you are
- Colour-matched on site
See our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Wickham questions
What areas do you cover?
All of West Berkshire, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Can you match an avocado or pink bath?
Yes, coloured baths are no problem. The colour is tinted by hand on the day.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.
When can I have a bath again?
Most baths can be used the next day. We will tell you the exact curing time when we finish.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes, we do this often. The old material comes out, any rust is treated, then we repair it properly.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
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: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
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Do you need bath repair in Wickham?
A cracked acrylic bath typically wasn’t supported properly. Legs that are not adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the base flex until it cracks.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- A chip where the taps sit
- Chips caused by builders
- A cracked acrylic bath
What your quote should include
- What preparation is included
- What aftercare is recommended
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Whether the price covers travel
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, just like other baths.
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. They do not rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The type of damage
- How hard the colour is to match
- What the surface is made of
There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Quotes from your photos
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- A picture taken from further back
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
To get a price, send two or three pictures using our quote form or call us. We will say immediately if a repair is the right fix.
Aftercare tips
How the surface is treated afterwards matters:
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
There’s nothing special to do after a repair, beyond gentle cleaning. Skip bleach and gritty creams.
Avoid standing in a cracked acrylic bath until it’s fixed. Every use opens the crack a little more, and water can get through to the floor below.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
