Greater London · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Smithfield, Greater London
We travel to Smithfield for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips from dropped bottles, tiles or tools
- Damage caused while the bathroom was being fitted
Bath repair at your home in Smithfield
You can usually use the bath the next day. 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. Our technicians work on acrylic, cast iron enamel and roll-top & freestanding, and common reasons people get in touch are chips from dropped bottles, tiles or tools and damage caused while the bathroom was being fitted.
All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee. 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.
- Area
- Smithfield (EC1V, EC1P, EC1R)
- County
- Greater London
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 22 October 2026
Common questions in Smithfield
Do you protect the room?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Usually, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Check under the bath panel, or send us a photo.
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
How soon can I use it again?
Usually the same day or the next, depending on what we’ve done. We’ll tell you the curing time before we leave.
Do you work for landlords and businesses in Smithfield?
Yes. We carry out repairs for landlords, agents, builders, hotels and homeowners.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Nearby places to Smithfield
Other services in Smithfield
Why repair rather than replace?
Swapping a damaged bath for a new one normally involves a plumber, removing the old bath, re-tiling and a new panel and getting rid of the old bath. A repair deals only with the damage in one visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Smithfield
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Colour-matched on site
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- One-year guarantee on every repair
See our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
How it works
When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a few hours. We clean up when we’re done and let you know when you can use it again.
- We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
- We leave it to cure; you can usually use the bath the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Let us know about parking or access
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
Getting a price
Send us a photo of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Smithfield, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Advice
What a repair can’t fix
In fairness, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
What we work on
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
Do you need bath repair in Smithfield?
Nearly all the chips we see comes from something dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On enamelled baths, a chip that reaches the metal lets water in, and rust follows. Acrylic baths crack when they flex, usually near the taps or the waste.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Scratches and burns
- Chips from dropped bottles, tiles or tools
- Cracks and holes in acrylic baths
- Damage caused while the bathroom was being fitted
What your quote should include
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- What aftercare is recommended
- How the room is protected while we work
- When it can be used again
Where we work around Smithfield
Smithfield is about 1 miles north of London, in Greater London. Across the EC1V area, a technician comes to you. We cover 764 places in Greater London.
We work across EC1V, EC1P and EC1R and the streets around it. That includes homes on Oat Lane, Shoe Lane and Long Lane. You’ll find Smithfield on the A1 and A4, so it’s easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also work in Farringdon (1 mile north), Blackfriars (1 mile south), Holborn (1 mile west), Temple Bar (1 mile south-west) and Clerkenwell (1 mile north).
Near you in Smithfield
In Smithfield, that means homes near Barts Health Archives, London Nautical School and Oriole pub. Smithfield has its own railway station: Farringdon station. A little further out are Postal Museum (less than half a mile south-east) and Finsbury Health Centre (0.5 miles north-west). Not far away are Ludgate Hill and St. James's Park Lake.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
