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Bath Re-enamelling in Ugborough

Bath re-enamelling across Ugborough and nearby, usually in one visit.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
  • A peeling or bubbling previous coating
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book bath re-enamelling in Ugborough

How we handle bath re-enamelling in Ugborough

A re-enamelled bath looks and feels like a new one, but without the cost and upheaval of a refit. It’s ideal if you like your bathroom but not the state of the bath. We regularly repair basins & shower trays, pressed steel baths and Victorian roll-tops, and people most frequently call us about several chips and rust patches and stains that won’t shift.

All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months in Ugborough and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work.

Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath
Area
Ugborough (PL21)
Area hub
Devon
Cover
A year, on every repair
Price
From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Work for landlords and builders

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Ugborough use us as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.

Signs you need bath re-enamelling in Ugborough

Hard water speeds up the wear, and gritty cleaners are the worst culprits.

Common reasons people in Ugborough contact us are:

  • A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
  • Wear marks under the taps
  • An old resurfacing that’s failing
  • Staining under the taps and around the waste

What your quote should include

  • What prep work is covered
  • How the colour is matched
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • Whether the price covers travel

10 questions to ask before booking

Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Ugborough

How long does re-enamelling take?

Generally one day, with the bath ready the following day. A badly pitted bath can need a second day.

Do the materials smell?

Expect a mild smell while we are working, which fades afterwards.

What happens next?

We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we’ll ask for another photo.

Is repairing better than replacing?

In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it isn’t worth repairing, we’ll tell you.

Will the price change on the day?

It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.

How do I get a price for bath re-enamelling in Ugborough?

Resurfacing from £350. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.

Do you need to take the bath out?

No, it stays where it is. Everything is done in your bathroom, with the room protected and ventilated.

Do you hold any accreditations?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

Repairs by material

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.

Roll-top and period baths

Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.

Ugborough and the surrounding area

Ugborough is about 12 miles east of Plymouth, in Devon. Customers in Ugborough get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. We cover all 586 towns and villages across Devon.

Jobs in PL21 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include The Square, Lutterburn Street and Seldons Close, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Bittaford (1 mile north-west), Filham (2 miles west), Modbury (3 miles south-west), Aveton Gifford (5 miles south) and Loddiswell (5 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Newton Abbot (15 miles north-east), Ivybridge (3 miles west), Totnes (8 miles east), Dartmouth (12 miles east), Kingsbridge (8 miles south-east) and Highweek (15 miles north-east).

Around Ugborough

Typical jobs here are in homes near Anchor Inn, Church of St Peter and Ugborough Primary School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Ivybridge station, roughly 1.9 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Moorhaven Hospital (1.3 miles north-west). Open spaces near Ugborough include Butterdon Hill and Andrew's Wood.

Map of Ugborough © OpenStreetMap contributors

How it works

On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we’ll take it from there. The job generally runs to most of the day.

  1. The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
  2. Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
  3. We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
  4. The surface is keyed and primed for the new finish.
  5. The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure.

Before we arrive

  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children

Ask for a price

For a price in Ugborough, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

Get a free quote

Related advice

Should you replace it?

If you like your bathroom but not your bath’s surface, re-enamelling is the least disruptive fix. Tiles, panels and taps stay put. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Ugborough. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Why book with us

  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
  • Work done at your home or business
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish

Read our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

Looking after it afterwards

How the surface is treated afterwards matters:

  • Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
  • Repair dripping taps early
  • A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
  • Do not leave a chip unrepaired

Avoid hair dye, bath bombs and oils sitting on the surface, as they can stain. Repair dripping taps promptly.

Don’t try to scrub a worn bath back to shine. It just wears the enamel further.

Can I fix it myself?

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

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.

What we cannot put right

We won’t take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:

  • Holes rusted through the metal
  • Leaks from fittings rather than the bath
  • A bath split right through the body

If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before booking.

What we work on

  • Cast iron baths
  • Victorian roll-tops
  • Basins & shower trays
  • Acrylic baths
  • Pressed steel baths
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