Essex · England
Bath and surface repairs in CM99
Based in CM99? Our technicians cover Springfield and every street in between, repairing in place.
Places in CM99
What we do in CM99
- Worktop repair
- Bath & shower resealing (mastic)
- Bath chip & crack repair
- Toilet & ceramic chip repair
- Sink & basin repair
- Coloured suite to white
- uPVC window & door repair
- Tile repair
- Shower tray repair & resurfacing
- All services
Send a photo and your postcode for a free, fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
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Every area we cover
About bath repair in CM99
We repair enamelled steel, cast iron and acrylic baths. The method changes with the material: metal baths need any rust dealt with first, and acrylic cracks need support from behind. We work on acrylic, roll-top & freestanding and whirlpool & spa baths, and people most often call us about deep scratches in acrylic and chips along the edge of the bath.
We begin by going over the job with you. After that, protection goes down around the work area and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours, and we will keep you posted as we go.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- 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 day after.
What it costs in CM99
Prices start from £95. We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for CM99. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
Get a quote
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Around Springfield
Our customers here include homes close to Boswells School, St Augustine of Canterbury North Springfield and Barnes Farm Junior School and the streets around them. Also close by are The Endeavour Public House (0.7 miles south-west) and Chelmer Valley Riverside (1.5 miles west). For rail, the closest station is Beaulieu Park station, roughly 0.9 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Priory Hospital (0.9 miles west) and Peter Edwards Museum And Library (2 miles south-west). The countryside around Springfield includes Newland Grove.
For landlords and businesses
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
Can I fix it myself?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
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 is not prepared the repair will not last.
Different materials, different repairs
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. There’s no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
Looking after it afterwards
How the surface is treated afterwards matters. Here’s what we suggest:
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before running a bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. Left for months, a small chip can grow into a large rust patch, so early repair keeps the cost down.
Why repair rather than replace?
When the bath is otherwise sound, repairing beats replacing. It costs less, takes less time and causes far less upheaval, and the bathroom stays as it is. If the whole surface is worn, re-enamelling may make more sense, and we’ll tell you.
What your quote should include
- Whether the price covers travel
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- How long it needs to cure
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
FAQs for CM99
Can tenants book a repair?
Of course. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Do you come to CM99?
Yes. We cover the whole UK and travel to CM99 and the rest of Essex. Send pictures and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
How long before I can use the bath?
Typically the next day. We confirm the time before we leave.
Is a bath repair permanent?
Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It’s covered by our one-year guarantee.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Tell us about it when you send photos.
What happens after I send pictures?
You get a fixed price and available dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
