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Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Combe, Devon
Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing for homes and businesses in Combe and across Devon. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- Thin, worn enamel in places
Bath re-enamelling in Combe, done in place
Many of the baths we re-enamel are period roll-tops, which would be difficult and expensive to replace. Resurfacing them in place keeps the original bath. Whether it’s a bath that stays dull however much you clean it and an old resurfacing that’s failing, we can generally put it right.
Every job is backed for twelve months in Combe and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Where
- Combe (PL8, PL9)
- Area hub
- Devon
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What we’re called out for in Combe
Older baths frequently have several problems at once: worn patches, chips, rust spots and stains. Re-enamelling deals with all of them in one go.
Most people contact us after spotting one of these:
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
- Wear marks under the taps
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- Several chips and rust patches
Comparing quotes
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How your room will be protected
- Aftercare advice
Also near Combe
What else we do in Combe
Can I fix it myself?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Cast iron
A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that’s what we repair.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel baths take a new finish well, as long as any rust is dealt with first. Steel frequently rusts by the plughole, so we pay close attention there.
How the visit works
Once we’re through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the work takes most of the day, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
- The surface is keyed and primed for the new finish.
- The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure until the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Ask for a price
Send us pictures of the damage and one of the entire item, with your PL8 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
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FAQs for Combe
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Generally, yes. Let us know what was used before.
Is it messy?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.
Can you quote from photos?
Nearly always. If pictures do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.
How durable is a resurfaced bath?
A well-prepared finish lasts a long time if it’s looked after. Gentle cleaning, no suction mats.
How do I book?
Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
How long will the bath be out of use?
Generally a day, then it’s ready to use the following day. A badly pitted bath can need a second day.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Just add the extra items to your photos and you’ll get one combined price.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Combe
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.
Repair or replace: which is better?
When the bathroom is fine apart from the bath’s finish, re-enamelling is the least disruptive fix. Tiles, panels and taps stay put. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Combe
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- No extra charge for your area
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
Take a look at our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
How to care for the repair
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
Rinse away dyes, oils and bath bombs straight after use, because they can mark the finish. Repair dripping taps promptly.
Rust spots on a worn bath get worse with time. It’s simpler to resurface before they spread.
About Combe
Combe is about 4 miles south-east of Lipson, in Devon. We travel to customers in Combe, so there is no workshop to go to. Combe is one of 586 places in Devon where we work.
Every address in PL8 and PL9 is covered. Whether you live on Lodge Lane, Combe Lane and Orchard Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. You will find Combe on the A379, which makes it straightforward to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Brixton (1 mile east), Elburton (1 mile north-west), Sherford (1 mile north), Hollacombe (1 mile south-west) and Plymstock (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Tavistock (14 miles north), Ivybridge (6 miles north-east), Kingsbridge (13 miles east), Salcombe (14 miles south-east), Buckfastleigh (15 miles north-east) and South Brent (11 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Combe
Our customers here include homes close to Foxhound pub, Church of St Mary and Plymstock Library, among other places. You’ll also find Coombe Dean School (1.4 miles west) and St Mary's Church of England Primary School (0.5 miles east). The closest station to Combe is Plymouth station, roughly 4.6 miles north-west. Further afield, we also cover the area around Mount Gould Hospital and Local Care Centre (3.5 miles north-west) and Plymouth Castle (4 miles west).
What bath re-enamelling costs
Prices start from £350. We don’t charge extra for travel to Combe. The price depends on:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- What kind of damage it is
- How easy the damage is to reach
- How hard the colour is to match
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
Quotes from your pictures
When you take your photos, a few simple things make all the difference:
- Details of any past repairs
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
