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Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Cove, Devon
Fixed-price bath re-enamelling in Cove and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Cove
The bath stays where it is, so the taps, tiles and plumbing aren’t touched. Most baths are done in one visit, with the bath ready to use the following day. Typical jobs include a coating lifting around the plughole and staining under the taps and around the waste, in Victorian roll-tops, pressed steel baths and acrylic baths.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Where
- Cove (EX16)
- Region
- Devon
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Repair or replace in Cove?
There are times replacing is better: if the bath is cracked through, if you want a different size or shape, or if you’re refitting the entire room anyway. In most other cases, resurfacing is the better choice. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why us?
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
See our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Cove questions
What happens next?
We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we’ll ask for another photo.
Can tenants book a repair?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course, and it generally saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and you will get one combined price.
Can you make a coloured bath white?
Yes. Coloured baths can be resurfaced in white, and the basin and toilet can be done too.
Will there be fumes?
Some odour is normal while we spray, which is why we ventilate the bathroom. It clears as the finish cures.
Will it make a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
Do you work in Cove?
Yes, we do. Repair technicians travel to Cove from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
The process
The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can stay at home while we are there. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes most of the day. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Taps, tiles and the floor are masked off.
- The bath is degreased, repaired and keyed.
- We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
- The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
Get a quote
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We will say straight away if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
Landlord and trade work in Cove
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Devon and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
What affects the price in Cove
Prices start from £350. A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We look at:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The material and finish
- Doing more than one item at once
- How much damage there is
No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Getting a price from photos
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- A picture taken from further back
- Where you are, by postcode
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
There’s no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Other services in Cove
When a repair is not the answer
A repair is not always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. We can’t fix:
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
- Cast iron baths
- Basins & shower trays
Signs you need bath re-enamelling in Cove
Older baths frequently have several problems at once: dull areas, chips, rust and staining. Re-enamelling deals with all of them in one go.
Most people contact us when they notice something like this:
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- Wear marks under the taps
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
- A coating lifting around the plughole
What your quote should include
- How changes to the job are handled
- What preparation is included
- How to look after the finish
- How your room will be protected
Repairs by material
Acrylic
We resurface acrylic baths as well, with a coating system suited to acrylic. The bath needs to be firm and well supported.
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
About Cove
Cove is about 4 miles north of Tiverton, in Devon. From the centre of Cove to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Our repair technicians cover 586 places across Devon.
We cover every part of the EX16 postcode area and the streets around it. Being close to the A396, Cove is simple for us to get to. Nearby, we also work in Bampton (2 miles north), Hayne (3 miles south), Chevithorne (3 miles south-east), Bolham (3 miles south) and Huntsham (3 miles east). Further out, we also cover Cullompton (9 miles south-east), Crediton (14 miles south-west), Cranbrook (15 miles south), Willand (7 miles south-east), West Clyst (15 miles south) and Uffculme (8 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Cove
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Exeter Inn. Other landmarks nearby include Huntsham Castle (2.8 miles east) and Tiverton and District Hospital (4 miles south).
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
