Dorset · England
Bath and surface repairs in SP8
We travel to every part of the SP8 postcode district, which takes in Gillingham, Peacemarsh and Bourton. All work is done at your home, with a one-year guarantee.
Towns and villages in SP8
- Gillingham
- Peacemarsh
- Bourton
- Kington Magna
- East Stour
- Buckhorn Weston
- Milton on Stour
- Silton
- Stour Provost
- West Stour
- Woodville
- Bowridge Hill
- Colesbrook
- Fifehead Magdalen
- Higher Nyland
- Langham
- Lower Nyland
Our services across SP8
- Shower tray repair & resurfacing
- Sink & basin repair
- Bath chip & crack repair
- Worktop repair
- Coloured suite to white
- uPVC window & door repair
- Bath & shower resealing (mastic)
- Non-slip bath & shower coating
- Kitchen sink & door repair
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Bath repair at your home in SP8
We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which is far cheaper than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. Most baths can be used again the next day. Typical jobs include snagging damage from a refit and chips on the rim or sides, in pressed steel enamel, cast iron enamel and roll-top & freestanding.
The work is clean and fairly quiet. We protect the area first, then the work takes a few hours, depending on the damage. At the end we talk you through how soon it can be used and how to look after it.
- 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.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, normally the next day.
What it costs in SP8
Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Normally one visit, start to finish
- No extra charge for your area
- Colour-matched on site
Getting a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, add your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
Near you in Gillingham
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Gillingham Primary School, The Red Lion pub and St Mary the Virgin and the streets around them. Gillingham has its own railway station: Gillingham (Dorset) station. Further afield, we also cover the area around Kings Court Palace (0.8 miles east) and Westminster Memorial Hospital (4.1 miles south-east).
Signs you need bath repair
Baths take more knocks than people expect: 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.
These are the problems we’re asked about most:
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Snagging damage from a refit
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- A chipped rim or side
Looking after it afterwards
Aftercare is simple:
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.
When a repair isn’t the answer
In fairness, there are a few things a repair will not fix:
- Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
- Wear across the whole surface, which needs re-enamelling
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
Why repair rather than replace?
If the rest of the bath is in good condition, a repair is almost always the better choice. It costs less, takes less time and causes far less upheaval, and the bathroom stays as it is. Where the whole surface is tired, we may suggest re-enamelling instead.
Questions to ask before you book
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How long it needs to cure
Can I fix it myself?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
Questions from SP8
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes, we match coloured baths too. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
What happens next?
You will get a fixed quote back. You’re under no obligation.
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.
Can you price it without visiting?
Usually, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.
Are there extra charges for SP8?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
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