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uPVC window & door repair in Lower Hardres, Kent

Damaged window, door or sill in Lower Hardres? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Holes from removed fittings and alarms
  • Chips and dents
Surface Doctor technician repairing a wooden kitchen worktop

UPVC repair in Lower Hardres

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £95. We do not charge extra for travel to Lower Hardres. The price depends on:

  • Access to the area
  • What kind of damage it is
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • How much damage there is

The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You will see the full price before booking, with no extras added later.

How to get a fixed quote

When you take your photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • A picture taken from further back
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.

uPVC repair in Lower Hardres, done in place

Builders and developers use us for snagging repairs too. We fill and refinish the damage so it blends into the frame, woodgrain finishes included. Typical jobs include damage during building work and chips and dents, in coloured and woodgrain uPVC, window frames & sills and white uPVC.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll come back. Warm soapy water and a soft cloth are all it needs. Avoid solvents and abrasive cleaners.

Before and after: a chipped white edge filled and refinished
Location
Lower Hardres (CT4)
Region
Kent
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

When we would advise against a repair

Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits too:

  • Failed or misted double glazing units
  • Broken locks, hinges or mechanisms
  • Frames that are warped or out of square

Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.

Materials we repair

  • Doors & door panels
  • White uPVC
  • Conservatory frames
  • Window frames & sills
  • Coloured and woodgrain uPVC

Lower Hardres: your questions answered

What information do you need?

Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.

Does someone need to be in?

We need someone to let us in. You don’t need to watch us work.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

In nearly every case. If photos do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.

Can landlords book you?

Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Can pets and children be at home?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.

What areas do you cover?

Everywhere in the UK, Lower Hardres included. Travel is included in the price.

What happens after I send pictures?

You will get a fixed quote back. You are under no obligation.

Is there any odour?

A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.

Common problems we fix in Lower Hardres

uPVC is tough but not indestructible: ladders and building work leave scratches and chips, candles and cigarettes mark sills, and removed fittings leave holes.

Contact us if you’ve noticed:

  • Scratches from ladders and furniture
  • Damage during building work
  • Chips and dents
  • Holes from removed fittings and alarms

What to look for in a quote

  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • How your room will be protected
  • When it can be used again
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers

Our hiring checklist

Lower Hardres and nearby

Lower Hardres is about 3 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Lower Hardres to London (54 miles away).

Postcode districts we cover here: CT4. Neighbouring places we cover include Street End (1 mile north), Pett Bottom (1 mile south-east), Nackington (1 mile north), Upper Hardres (1 mile south) and Petham (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (11 miles south-west), Canterbury (3 miles north), Dover (12 miles south-east), Folkestone (11 miles south), Whitstable (8 miles north) and Deal (14 miles east).

What’s near Lower Hardres

Around Lower Hardres, we work in homes near Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys, Church of St Mary and The Duck pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Canterbury East station, about 2.7 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Kent and Canterbury Hospital (2.2 miles north) and Whitefriars Shopping Centre (2.9 miles north). The countryside around Lower Hardres includes Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.

Map of Lower Hardres © OpenStreetMap contributors

Should I try a DIY kit first?

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.

For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

Repairing versus replacing in Lower Hardres

A new window, door or sill costs far more, and new uPVC may not match the weathered frames around it. A repair keeps the original. Prices start from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Lower Hardres

  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • Same prices wherever you are

See our prices page.

What happens on the day

Visits start with a quick look at the job together. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours.

  1. We clean the frame or panel.
  2. We fill scratches, chips and holes.
  3. We smooth the repair.
  4. The finish is colour-matched, woodgrain included.
  5. Finally we blend it into the rest of the frame.

Preparing for the visit

  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Ensure the area is dry
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible

Get a quote

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 will come back to you with a fixed figure.

Get a free quote

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Landlord and trade work in Lower Hardres

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Kent and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.

We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details.

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