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Bath chip & crack repair in Wickhambreaux, Kent

Our technicians come to Wickhambreaux for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

  • 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 Wickhambreaux

Bath repair in Wickhambreaux, done in place

Whatever has happened to the bath, we aim for the same result: a repair that’s smooth, sound and hard to spot. We prepare the area properly, fill and shape it, then match the colour and gloss so it’s level with the surrounding surface. Common call-outs are for rusty patches near the plughole and chips under the taps, on roll-top & freestanding, acrylic and whirlpool & spa baths.

You’re covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before you book.

Broken acrylic bath corner, rebuilt and refinished (before and after)
Area
Wickhambreaux (CT3)
Region
Kent
Guarantee
One year on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Wickhambreaux and nearby

Wickhambreaux is about 4 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Wickhambreaux is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our jobs stretch from Wickhambreaux to London (57 miles away).

All of CT3 is covered. We regularly work on streets such as The Street, Wickham Court Lane and Seaton Road. Neighbouring places we cover include Seaton (1 mile east), Ickham (1 mile south), Littlebourne (1 mile south-west), Bramling (1 mile south) and Bekesbourne (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (4 miles west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).

What’s near Wickhambreaux

We visit homes around Spires Academy, Church of St Andrew and Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School and the streets around them. The closest station to Wickhambreaux is Bekesbourne station, roughly 2.6 miles south-west. Further afield, we also cover the area around Canterbury Castle (4.8 miles west) and St Martins Hospital (3.4 miles west).

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Work for landlords and builders

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Wickhambreaux use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it normally costs far less than a refit.

Signs you need bath repair in Wickhambreaux

Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else, closely followed by shower heads. Fittings cause damage too: water sits around them, and any chip there soon rusts.

The things customers normally mention when they call include:

  • Chips caused by builders
  • Cracks in an acrylic bath
  • Holes from dropped items
  • A kit repair that didn’t last

Before you book anyone

  • How your room will be protected
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • How long it needs to cure

10 questions to ask before you book

What we can’t put right

It helps to know what we cannot do:

  • A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
  • A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
  • Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath

If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.

Surfaces we repair

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

Aftercare tips

It’s all simple stuff:

  • Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
  • Have new chips seen to early
  • Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
  • Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby

In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine without abrasive products.

Small chips are quick to repair. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so early repair saves time and money.

DIY kit or professional repair?

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

What we do, step by step

Your technician turns up when we said we would and looks over the damage before anything else. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before we open a single tin. The work itself takes a few hours, and the room is left clean and tidy.

  1. We protect the bath and the floor around it.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
  3. We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
  4. We match both the colour and the shine.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, typically the next day.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before

How to get a price

Send us a picture of the damage and one of the whole item, with your CT3 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.

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What bath repair costs

Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:

  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • What kind of damage it is
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • How hard the colour is to match

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.

Quotes from your pictures

It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Try to send:

  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • One picture of the whole bath
  • The material, if you know it

A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, add your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed price, not an estimate.

Wickhambreaux: your questions answered

Do you come to Wickhambreaux?

Yes. We work across the UK and come to Wickhambreaux and the rest of Kent. Send pictures and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

What information do you need?

Photos of the damage, a photo of the entire bath and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.

Can pets and children be at home?

Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day.

How soon can you come?

That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.

How much does bath repair cost in Wickhambreaux?

Repairs from £95. We give a fixed price based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the entire item with your CT3 postcode.

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.

Will I be able to see the repair?

We aim for a repair you can’t easily find. The rest of the bath’s condition makes a difference.

Can you fix rust around the plughole?

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

Repairing versus replacing in Wickhambreaux

Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: getting one out, particularly from an upstairs bathroom, is a big job, and a like-for-like replacement can be expensive. Repairing it leaves it where it is. Prices start from £95. Compared with replacing, repairing typically costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Why book with us

  • Fixed prices from your photos
  • Same prices wherever you are
  • Colour mixed on the day to match
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing

Read our full price list or bath cost comparison.

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