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Bath and surface repairs in PO4
Repairs and resurfacing across PO4, covering Milton, Portsmouth and Southsea. Fixed prices from photos and a one-year guarantee.
Areas within PO4
What we do in PO4
- Non-slip bath & shower coating
- Shower tray repair & resurfacing
- Bath & shower resealing (mastic)
- Worktop repair
- Kitchen sink & door repair
- Toilet & ceramic chip repair
- Coloured suite to white
- Bath chip & crack repair
- uPVC window & door repair
- All services
Send a photo and your postcode for a free, fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
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Bath repair across PO4: what to expect
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. Common call-outs are for a chipped rim or side and cracks in an acrylic bath, in roll-top & freestanding, cast iron enamel and whirlpool & spa baths.
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, then carry out the work, which usually takes two to three hours for most chips. If anything looks different from your pictures, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- 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.
Pricing in PO4
Prices start from £95. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for PO4. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Everything repaired in place
How to get a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There’s no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
Landmarks near Milton
In Milton, that means homes near St Edmund's Catholic School, Meon Junior School and The Milton Arms. Other local landmarks include Church of St James (within half a mile south-east) and Mary Rose School (less than half a mile south-east). The closest station to Milton is Fratton station, roughly 0.6 miles west of the centre. A little further out are St. Mary's Hospital (less than half a mile north-west) and The Bridge Shopping Centre (0.9 miles west). The countryside around Milton includes Portsdown Hill and Milton Locks.
- Other local spots include Southsea (1.7 miles south-west)
What affects the price in PO4
Repairs from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We look at:
- How much damage there is
- How hard the colour is to match
- How many items we do on one visit
- The material
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before booking, with no extras added later.
How to get a fixed quote
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Try to send:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Any details about the material
There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
Why repair rather than replace?
Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. Normally it does not: a proper repair gives it years more use, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it.
What your quote should include
- What aftercare is recommended
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How changes to the job are handled
Landlords, agents and businesses in PO4
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in PO4 use us as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it typically costs far less than a refit.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
When we’d advise against a repair
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
How the damage happens
Damage during fitting is very common. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, and the damage isn’t always spotted until later. Snagging repairs like these are a regular job for us.
You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- Holes from dropped items
- Rusty patches near the plughole
Common questions in PO4
Do you work in PO4?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to PO4 and the rest of Portsmouth. Send pictures and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Mention it when you send pictures.
Can you match an avocado or pink bath?
Yes. The colour is mixed on site to suit your bath, including older coloured suites.
Will there be a smell?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
How long before I can use the bath?
Normally by the following day, though it depends on what we have done.
What happens if you find more damage?
If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. You decide whether to go ahead.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
