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Bath and surface repairs in CM16
Live in CM16? We cover Epping, North Weald Bassett and Theydon Bois and every street in between, with everything repaired at your home.
Places in CM16
- Epping
- North Weald Bassett
- Theydon Bois
- Ivy Chimneys
- Thornwood Common
- Coopersale
- Epping Green
- Jack's Hatch
- Epping Upland
- Fiddlers Hamlet
- Hobbs Cross
- Steward's Green
- Theydon Garnon
- Woodhatch
- Debden Green
Repairs we offer in CM16
- Coloured suite to white
- Kitchen sink & door repair
- Sink & basin repair
- Worktop repair
- Wood & laminate floor repair
- Tile repair
- Bath & shower resealing (mastic)
- uPVC window & door repair
- Shower tray repair & resurfacing
- All services
Send a photo and your postcode and we’ll reply with a fixed price, or call 0345 017 0787.
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About bath repair in CM16
Small damage on a bath is worth repairing early. On steel and cast iron, exposed metal starts to rust, and on acrylic, a crack keeps spreading while the bath flexes. Repairing it stops the damage getting worse. We’re frequently asked to fix a kit repair that didn’t last and rusty patches near the plughole, across cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and roll-top & freestanding.
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which generally takes two to three hours for most chips. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we’ll explain it before carrying on.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
- We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
- We leave it to cure; you can usually use the bath the following day.
What it costs in CM16
Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Why choose Surface Doctor
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Same prices wherever you are
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
Ask for a price
Email us a photo of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you’re in CM16, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
Local landmarks in Epping
In Epping, that means homes near The Black Lion pub, Epping Primary School and Church of St John the Baptist and the streets around them. Nearby too are Thornwood Common Flood Meadow (1.6 miles north-east) and St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled School (within half a mile west). Other landmarks nearby include Epping Signalling Museum (within half a mile south) and St. Margaret's Hospital (0.7 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Gernon Bushes.
Landlord and trade work in CM16
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 CM16 use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
Looking after it afterwards
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts:
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Deal with new chips early, before rust sets in.
Avoid standing in a cracked acrylic bath until it’s fixed. Each time it flexes, the crack grows, and water can get through to the floor below.
What we’re called out for in CM16
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: everyday items get dropped into it all the time, and taps and wastes are tightened against the surface. Sooner or later, most baths pick up a chip.
The things customers normally mention when they call include:
- Chips under the taps
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Impact holes in acrylic
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
Can I fix it myself?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
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 usually cheaper.
What a repair can’t fix
We’d rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
Questions from CM16
Are there extra charges for CM16?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
What happens after I send photos?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote with dates.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course, and it generally saves money. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you will get one combined price.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes, very frequently. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Can you quote from photos?
Yes, almost always. Clear photos let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
How much does bath repair cost in CM16?
Repairs from £95. We give a fixed quote based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
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