Devon · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Chardstock, Devon
Bath repair across Chardstock and nearby, generally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped rim or side
- Rusty patches near the plughole
Bath repair in Chardstock, done in place
Bath repair is our most common job. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all fixed without removing the bath, generally in a single visit. Typical jobs include a kit repair that didn’t last and chips on the rim or sides, on pressed steel enamel, cast iron enamel and whirlpool & spa baths.
Every job is backed for twelve months. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Location
- Chardstock (EX13)
- County
- Devon
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Aftercare tips
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
Don’t leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, as they can leave rust marks. And fix dripping taps promptly.
Stop using the bath if a crack lets water through. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.
DIY kit or professional repair?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
For landlords and businesses
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
FAQs for Chardstock
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes. The colour is mixed on site to suit your bath, including pastel and older colours.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Tell us about it when you send photos.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Normally by the following day, though it depends on what we have done.
How do I get a price for bath repair in Chardstock?
Repairs from £95. We give a fixed quote from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Will the repair show?
On a glossy bath, you will struggle to find it. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and we will quote them together.
Is there any odour?
Expect a mild smell while we are working, which fades afterwards.
Should you replace it?
Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. Typically it doesn’t: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Prices start from £95. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Chardstock
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Work done at your home or business
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- No extra charge for your area
Take a look at our pricing or bath cost comparison.
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Exposed steel rusts fast, especially around the waste, so repair chips early.
Also near Chardstock
Also in Chardstock
Chardstock and the surrounding area
Chardstock is about 3 miles south of Chard, in Devon. Across the EX13 area, we come to you. Our technicians cover all 586 towns and villages across Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.
Our visits in EX13 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. From Woodcock Way, Henley Close and Green Lane or a nearby road, we can come to you. Close by, we cover Tytherleigh (1 mile south-east), Tatworth (1 mile north-east), All Saints (2 miles south), Smallridge (2 miles south) and Forton (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Sidmouth (15 miles south-west), Honiton (10 miles west), Seaton (10 miles south-west), Axminster (4 miles south), Ottery St Mary (14 miles south-west) and Colyton (8 miles south-west).
Around Chardstock
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Tytherleigh Arms, St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy and Church of St Andrew, among other places. Chardstock’s nearest station is Axminster station, about 4.1 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Chard Plumbing Museum (2.6 miles north) and Chard Community Hospital (3 miles north-east). The countryside around Chardstock includes Payne's Down.
When we’d advise against a repair
We’d rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Wear across the whole surface, which needs re-enamelling
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
What happens on the day
On the day, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take two to three hours for most chips. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- We leave it to cure; you can usually use the bath the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Let us know about parking or access
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
Ask for a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
Related advice
Common problems we fix in Chardstock
A cracked acrylic bath generally wasn’t supported properly. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the base flex until it cracks.
Look out for these signs:
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
What your quote should include
- How long it needs to cure
- Who turns up on the day
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How the room is protected while they work
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
