Cornwall · England
Bath Repair in Cocks
Damaged bath in Cocks? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
FAQs for Cocks
Is there a call-out fee?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Can you price it without visiting?
Yes, almost always. Clear photos let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Normally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
Will there be a smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
Can pets and children be at home?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Frequently, if there’s access underneath. We back the hole, fill it and refinish the surface.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Bath repair in Cocks, done in place
Chips, cracks, rust spots and small holes can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. There is no plumbing to disconnect, the tiles are not touched, and the repaired area is colour matched so it blends in. We regularly repair whirlpool & spa baths, pressed steel enamel and acrylic, and people most often call us about a cracked acrylic bath and rust spots around the plughole.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are not left on your own once we’ve gone.
- Where
- Cocks (TR6)
- Area hub
- Cornwall
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we work around Cocks
Cocks is about 6 miles north-west of Truro, in Cornwall. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there’s no waiting around. We cover 644 places across Cornwall, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of TR6 is within our area. Close by, we cover Perranzabuloe (1 mile south-east), Bolingey (1 mile north-west), Perranporth (1 mile north-west), Reen Manor (1 mile north) and Goonhavern (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Truro (6 miles south-east), Newquay (6 miles north-east), Falmouth (13 miles south), Camborne (11 miles south-west), Redruth (8 miles south-west) and Hayle (15 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Cocks
Our clients here include homes close to Perranporth Community Primary School, Church of Saint Piran and Bolingey Inn. A little further out are Royal Cornwall Hospital (4.9 miles south-east) and Perranzabuloe Museum (1.2 miles north-west). Open spaces near Cocks include St Agnes Beacon.
Honest limits
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
- 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
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Landlord and trade work in Cocks
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
How to care for the repair
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
Leave the repair to cure for as long as we say before using the bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.
Don’t leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
What affects the price in Cocks
Prices start from £95. There is no area surcharge for Cocks. What changes the price is:
- Doing more than one item at once
- How many areas need work
- Access to the area
- What the surface is made of
There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Quotes from your pictures
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Try to send:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Any details about the material
- Natural light rather than flash
- Something in shot to show the size
Send us pictures of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Cocks, and we will reply with a fixed price.
The process
Your technician turns up at the time we agreed with you, introduces themselves and checks the damage against your photos first. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before we open a single tin. Most visits take a few hours, depending on the damage, and we leave the room as we found it.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, usually the day after.
Before we arrive
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Ask for a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
Advice
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Repair or replace: which is better?
Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. Typically it doesn’t: a proper repair gives it years more use, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Prices start from £95. A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you will get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Cocks
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- No need to remove anything
- Same prices wherever you are
See our prices page and bath cost comparison.
Signs you need bath repair in Cocks
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: bottles, shower heads and razors are dropped every day, and fittings press hard against the enamel. Over time, chips and rust spots are almost inevitable.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
- Chips caused by builders
- Rust spots around the plughole
- A chip where the taps sit
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if they find more damage
- Who turns up on the day
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Whether the price covers travel
What your bath is made of matters
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, just like other baths.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
