Greater London · England
Bath and surface repairs in DA17
Our technicians cover all of the DA17 postcode district, which takes in Belvedere, Lessness Heath and Erith. Everything is repaired in place, with a one-year guarantee.
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Repairs we offer in DA17
- Bath & shower resealing (mastic)
- Wood & laminate floor repair
- Shower tray repair & resurfacing
- uPVC window & door repair
- Bath chip & crack repair
- Sink & basin repair
- Kitchen sink & door repair
- Toilet & ceramic chip repair
- Worktop repair
- 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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Bath repair at your home in DA17
We have repaired just about every kind of bath damage: dropped-bottle chips, plughole rust, acrylic cracks and impact holes. All of it is repaired where the bath stands. We regularly repair pressed steel enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and acrylic, and people most often call us about chips along the edge of the bath and cracks in an acrylic bath.
When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job generally takes a few hours. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
What you will pay
Our bath repair starts from £95. Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Why choose Surface Doctor
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Most jobs done in one visit
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- A fixed quote before you book
How to get a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures using our quote form or call us. We will say immediately if a repair is the right fix.
Around Belvedere
In Belvedere, that means homes near Trinity Church of England School, Parish Church of All Saints and Trinity School and the streets around them. Nearby too are Lesnes Abbey Woods (1.1 miles west), Priory Club pub (under half a mile west) and Lessness Heath Primary School (under half a mile south-west). The nearest railway station is Belvedere station, about 0.5 miles north of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Colyers (1.3 miles south-east) and Erith and District Hospital (0.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Belvedere includes Crossness Nature Reserve.
For landlords and businesses
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. Several plots can be done in one visit.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
When we’d advise against a repair
We would rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
Keeping it looking good
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Deal with new chips early, before rust sets in.
Small chips are quick to repair. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
Repairs by material
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, just like other baths.
DIY kit or professional repair?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
FAQs for DA17
Is there a guarantee?
Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
What happens next?
You’ll get a fixed quote back, plus dates. You are under no obligation.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.
How invisible is a bath repair?
The goal is a repair that blends in. The rest of the bath’s condition makes a difference.
Which areas do you work in?
We cover the entire UK, including DA17 and the rest of Greater London. Send your postcode with your photos and we will offer you dates.
Do you cover DA17?
Yes, we do. Repair technicians travel to DA17 from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Typically, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
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