West Berkshire · England
Bath and surface repairs in RG18
Our technicians cover all of the RG18 postcode district, including Hermitage, Cold Ash and Little Hungerford. Everything is repaired in place, with a one-year guarantee.
Areas within RG18
- Hermitage
- Cold Ash
- Little Hungerford
- Longlane
- Hampstead Norreys
- Curridge
- Ashmore Green
- Frilsham
- Yattendon
- Oare
- Burnt Hill
- Stone Copse
- Wellhouse
- Newbury
- Thatcham
- Shaw
- Benham Hill
- Colthrop
Services in RG18
- Non-slip bath & shower coating
- Toilet & ceramic chip repair
- Bath & shower resealing (mastic)
- Kitchen sink & door repair
- Bath chip & crack repair
- Sink & basin repair
- Wood & laminate floor repair
- uPVC window & door repair
- Tile repair
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Send us photos of the damage with your postcode for a free, fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
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Our bath repair service in RG18
Bath repair is our most common job. Chips on the rim, rust around the waste and cracks in acrylic are all repaired in place, normally in one visit. We regularly repair cast iron enamel, acrylic and pressed steel enamel, and the jobs we see most are snagging damage from a refit and a cracked acrylic bath.
Here’s how a visit normally runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and clear up. Plan for a few hours, depending on the damage from start to finish. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and how to care for it.
- First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Cost
Our bath repair starts from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Everything repaired in place
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- One-year guarantee on every repair
How to get a price
To get a price, send a couple of pictures using our quote form or ring us. We’ll say immediately if a repair is the right fix.
Near you in Hermitage
Typical jobs here are in homes near The White Horse pub, Hermitage Primary School and Holy Trinity, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Newbury Racecourse station, about 4 miles south. Further afield, we also cover the area around Hampstead Norris Castle (2.4 miles north-east) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.3 miles south). The countryside around Hermitage includes Snelsmore Common.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
When a repair is not the answer
Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits:
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
What we’re called out for in RG18
Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else, with dropped shower heads close behind. Fittings cause damage too: water collects there, so chips nearby rust quickly.
The things clients generally mention when they call include:
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Holes from dropped items
- A chip where the taps sit
- A cracked acrylic bath
Different materials, different repairs
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, just like other baths.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that’s what we repair.
Landlord and trade work in RG18
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details.
Questions from RG18
What do you need from me?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.
Do you come to RG18?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to RG18. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
What happens if you find more damage?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?
In most cases. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
Will it make a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.
How do I get a price for bath repair in RG18?
Repairs from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
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