Somerset · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Witcombe, Somerset
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Witcombe. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- Chips under the taps
When we would advise against a repair
A repair is not always the answer, and we’ll tell you before we start. Repairs won’t solve:
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- A steel bath rusted through
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we work on in Witcombe
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
How we handle bath repair in Witcombe
It pays to repair bath damage while it’s small. On steel and cast iron, exposed metal starts to rust, and on acrylic, a crack keeps spreading while the bath flexes. A repair stops both. We regularly repair whirlpool & spa baths, pressed steel enamel and cast iron enamel, and people most often call us about a hole punched through by something heavy and chips caused by builders.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Witcombe (TA12)
- Area hub
- Somerset
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Aftercare tips
Nothing complicated is needed:
- Don’t leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
There is nothing special to do after a repair, beyond gentle cleaning. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners.
If an acrylic bath has a crack, stop showering in it until it’s repaired. Each time it flexes, the crack grows, and it can start to leak underneath.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.
Our work in Witcombe
Witcombe is about 5 miles north-west of Yeovil, in Somerset. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Witcombe is one of 640 places in Somerset where we work.
Our repair technicians cover all of TA12. We also cover the places around Witcombe: Milton (1 mile west), Ash (1 mile south), Stapleton (1 mile south-west), Martock (2 miles south-west) and Coat (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Taunton (15 miles west), Bridgwater (14 miles north-west), Yeovil (5 miles south-east), Chard (12 miles south-west), Street (9 miles north) and Glastonbury (11 miles north).
Around Witcombe
Around Witcombe, we work in homes near Church of the Holy Trinity, Ash Church of England Primary School and The Bell Inn, among other places. Nearby you will also find Yeovil Hospital (5.9 miles south-east) and Montacute TV Radio Toy Museum (3.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Ham Hill.
DIY kit or professional repair?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
Also in Witcombe
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. There’s no charge for travel to Witcombe. The price comes down to:
- The type of damage
- The material and finish
- Doing more than one item at once
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Quotes from your photos
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:
- Any details about the material
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Details of any past repairs
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Witcombe: your questions answered
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners in Witcombe.
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Can pets and children be at home?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
Do you come to Witcombe?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Witcombe and the rest of Somerset. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Do you charge for travel?
Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.
What happens after I send pictures?
You will get a fixed quote back. You’re under no obligation.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Repair or replace in Witcombe?
For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It costs far less than a new bath plus fitting, it takes one visit, and the bathroom stays exactly as it is. Our bath repair starts from £95. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Witcombe
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Colour-matched on site
Read our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
What we do, step by step
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which generally takes a few hours. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we’ll explain it before carrying on.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the following day.
How to prepare
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
Getting a price
For a price in Witcombe, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
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Work for landlords and builders
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
