Cornwall · England
Bath Repair in Carpalla
Problem with your bath in Carpalla? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Deep scratches in acrylic
Bath repair at your home in Carpalla
Most of our bath repairs take a few hours, and you can generally bathe again the next day. There is no need to book a plumber or tiler, because the bath does not move. We work on whirlpool & spa baths, acrylic and roll-top & freestanding, and people most often call us about impact holes in acrylic and a chip where the taps sit.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re covered after the visit.
- Where
- Carpalla (PL26)
- Region
- Cornwall
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Common questions in Carpalla
Is there a guarantee?
Yes, for a year. If there’s a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Nearly always. If pictures don’t show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
In most cases. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.
What happens if you find more damage?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes, it’s one of the most common repairs we do. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
Can landlords book you?
Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Will the repair show?
The goal is a repair that blends in. How well it disappears depends on the condition of the rest of the bath, and we’ll tell you what to expect.
What your bath is made of matters
Acrylic
Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. There’s no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. You’ll know the full cost before booking. We look at:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- How hard the colour is to match
- The material and finish
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Quotes from your pictures
When you take your photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
For landlords and businesses
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
For anyone letting property in or around Carpalla, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send photos for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Honest limits
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before you book.
What we work on
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
Repairing versus replacing in Carpalla
A repair makes sense whenever the damage is localised. It’s a fraction of the cost of a new bath and fitting, it’s done in one visit, and the bathroom stays exactly as it is. Prices start from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why Carpalla customers choose us
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Colour-matched on site
- Work done at your home or business
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
Read our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
The process
Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so you know exactly what we’re doing. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. Allow a few hours, depending on the damage.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, typically the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
Getting a price
There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
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Nearby places to Carpalla
Other services in Carpalla
Our work in Carpalla
Carpalla is about 4 miles west of St Austell, in Cornwall. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Carpalla is one of 644 towns and villages in Cornwall where we work.
We cover every part of PL26. That includes homes on Hillside Meadows and Carpalla Road. If you are just outside Carpalla, we cover Foxhole (1 mile north-west), Goverseth (1 mile north), High Street (1 mile south), Hornick (1 mile south-east) and Lanjeth (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Truro (11 miles south-west), Newquay (10 miles north-west), St Austell (4 miles east), Bodmin (10 miles north-east), Sandy Bottom (4 miles east) and Bethel (4 miles east).
Near you in Carpalla
Around Carpalla, we work in homes near Brannel School, Foxhole Learning Academy and St George, among other places. The nearest railway station is St Austell station, roughly 3.2 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find St Austell Community Hospital (4.2 miles south-east) and Automobilia Motor Museum (2 miles west). Open spaces near Carpalla include Hensbarrow Beacon and Tresayes Quarry.
Signs you need bath repair in Carpalla
Rust tends to begin where water collects, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- A chipped rim or side
- A kit repair that didn’t last
Questions to ask before booking
- Who turns up on the day
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How the room is protected while they work
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
Aftercare tips
It’s all simple stuff, just a few sensible habits:
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Store metal items away from the bath
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
Do not leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, as they can leave rust marks. And fix dripping taps promptly.
Avoid standing in a cracked acrylic bath until it’s fixed. Each time it flexes, the crack grows, and water can get through to the floor below.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
