Plymouth · England
Bath Re-enamelling for Estover homes
Bath re-enamelling across Estover and nearby, typically in one visit.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Wear marks under the taps
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
Bath re-enamelling in Estover without replacing anything
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. We’re frequently asked to fix staining under the taps and around the waste and lots of chips and rust spots, across Victorian roll-tops, basins & shower trays and cast iron baths.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are covered after the visit.
- Area
- Estover (PL6)
- County
- Plymouth
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairs by material
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that’s what we repair.
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Repair or replace in Estover?
Replacing a cast iron bath is a big job: it’s very heavy, may need breaking up, and the replacement can be costly. Re-enamelling avoids all of it. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. 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 Estover customers choose us
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- No extra charge for your area
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Fixed prices from your pictures
Read our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Landlord and trade work in Estover
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there’s no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
What affects the price in Estover
Resurfacing from £350. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- What the surface is made of
- How hard the colour is to match
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How easy the damage is to reach
A repair typically costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Send pictures for a quote
Phone pictures are fine, there is no need for anything special. Ensure they show:
- Any details about the material
- Natural light rather than flash
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
What we are called out for in Estover
Previous coatings can fail too, peeling around the waste or bubbling. Failing coatings are stripped back before we resurface.
The most common problems we’re called about are:
- A roll-top that is seen better days
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- Lots of chips and rust spots
What your quote should include
- How long it needs to cure
- Who will actually do the work
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
Estover: your questions answered
Can you make a coloured bath white?
Yes, white is the usual choice. Tell us what you’d like when you ask for a quote.
Will you leave a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Will there be a smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
How long will the bath be out of use?
Usually one day, with the bath ready the next day. A badly pitted bath can need a second day.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Typically, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
The process
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and start once you are happy with the plan. Most jobs take the best part of a day, and you can get on with other things while we are there.
- We mask and protect the room and ventilate it.
- The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
- We prepare the surface and apply a bonding primer.
- Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
- The bath is left to cure and can generally be used the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Let us know about parking or access
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Ask for a price
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.
Advice
Also in Estover
When we would advise against a repair
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits:
- Acrylic that moves when you stand in it
- A metal bath with a through crack
- Problems we cannot see until an old finish comes off
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
About Estover
Estover is about 2 miles north-east of Plymouth, in Plymouth. We visit customers in Estover and the surrounding area, so there is no workshop to go to. Estover is one of 59 towns and villages in Plymouth we cover.
All of PL6 is within our area. That includes homes on Weir Road, Dover Road and Blunts Lane. Estover sits on or near the A3822, so getting to you is simple. If you’re just outside Estover, we cover Eggbuckland (1 mile south-west), Crownhill (1 mile west), Manadon (2 miles west), Woolwell (2 miles north) and Southway (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Lipson (3 miles south-west), North Prospect (3 miles south-west), Stoke (3 miles south-west), Ford (3 miles south-west), Ham (3 miles west) and Keyham (4 miles south-west).
What’s near Estover
In Estover, that means homes near Christ Church, Jolly Miller pub and Tor Bridge High, among other places. You will also find Tor Bridge Primary School (under half a mile north-east), Tor Bridge High (less than half a mile north) and Estover Library (within half a mile north). The nearest railway station is Plymouth station, about 2.9 miles south-west. A little further out are Drake Circus Shopping Centre (3.1 miles south-west) and Plymouth Castle (3.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Crown Hill Down.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
