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Bath chip & crack repair in Charlestown, Cornwall

Problem with your bath in Charlestown? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Deep scratches in acrylic
  • Rust by the waste and overflow
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book bath repair in Charlestown

Repairs by material

Cast iron

Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, which makes it well worth repairing.

Composite and resin

Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.

How we handle bath repair in Charlestown

Chips, cracks, rust spots and small holes is repaired in place. There’s no plumbing to disconnect, your tiles stay as they are, and the repaired area is colour matched so it blends in. Typical jobs include damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and a hole punched through by something heavy, across whirlpool & spa baths, acrylic and roll-top & freestanding.

A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.

Before and after: a chipped, rust-stained bath around the plughole
Area
Charlestown (PL25)
County
Cornwall
Warranty
One year on every repair
Price
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

How it works

A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, do the job and tidy away. Plan for a morning or an afternoon from start to finish. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and how to care for it.

  1. First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
  2. Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
  3. We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
  4. We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
  5. Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.

How to prepare

  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit

Ask for a price

If you are in Charlestown and want a price, photos are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

Prices and what affects them

Repairs from £95. We price every job individually, from your photos. What matters most is:

  • The material and finish
  • Access to the area
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • The type of damage

A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.

How to get a fixed quote

Two or three clear photos are generally enough. It helps if you send:

  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • A wider photo showing the entire bath
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale

Most clients in Charlestown get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

When a repair is not the answer

To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair will not fix:

  • Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
  • Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
  • A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed

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

Materials we work on in Charlestown

  • Acrylic
  • Whirlpool & spa baths
  • Cast iron enamel
  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Roll-top & freestanding

Do you need bath repair in Charlestown?

Baths take more knocks than people expect: everyday items get dropped into it all the time, and taps and wastes are tightened against the surface. Sooner or later, most baths pick up a chip.

Contact us if you’ve noticed any of these:

  • Chips caused by builders
  • A hole punched through by something heavy
  • Chips on the rim or sides
  • Deep scratches in acrylic

Comparing quotes

  • How the colour is matched
  • How changes to the job are handled
  • How to look after the finish
  • How long it needs to cure

10 questions to ask before booking

Should I try a DIY kit first?

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Charlestown

If you manage property in Charlestown, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we’ll price them together.

Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

Charlestown questions

Do I need to be at home?

We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.

When can you do it?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send pictures with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.

How do I get a price for bath repair in Charlestown?

Prices start from £95. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.

How do I book?

Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.

Can tenants book a repair?

We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just ensure the landlord agrees.

Do you charge for travel?

Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.

Is a repair better than a new one?

In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Charlestown and nearby

Charlestown is about 1 mile south-east of St Austell, in Cornwall. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Charlestown is one of 644 places in Cornwall we cover.

Jobs in PL25 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. From Church Road, Charlestown Road and Eleven Doors or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Holmbush (1 mile north), Duporth (1 mile south-west), Carlyon Bay (1 mile east), Bethel (1 mile north) and Sandy Bottom (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Truro (14 miles west), Newquay (15 miles west), Bodmin (9 miles north), Wadebridge (13 miles north), Looe (14 miles east) and Nansledan (13 miles north-west).

What’s near Charlestown

We visit homes around Charlestown Primary School, St Paul's Church and Penrice Academy, among other places. The closest station to Charlestown is St Austell station, roughly 1.3 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Luxulyan Museum And Heritage Centre (3.9 miles north) and St Austell Community Hospital (0.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Hensbarrow Beacon and Tresayes Quarry.

  • Local facilities include Restormel (1.4 miles west)
Map of Charlestown © OpenStreetMap contributors

Looking after it afterwards

How the surface is treated afterwards matters. Here’s what we suggest:

  • Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
  • Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
  • Don’t leave razors or cans standing in the bath
  • Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath

In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, clean it as you would the rest of the bath.

Small chips are quick to repair. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so early repair saves time and money.

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