Devon · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Cowick, Devon
Damaged bath in Cowick? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips caused by builders
- Impact holes in acrylic
What a repair cannot fix
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- Wear across the whole surface, which needs re-enamelling
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we repair
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
About our bath repair in Cowick
Most bath damage, from chips and cracks to rust spots and holes, can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. There’s no plumbing to disconnect, the tiles are not touched, and the repaired area is colour-matched so it blends in. Our repair technicians work on cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and acrylic, and the jobs we see most are a cracked acrylic bath and rust by the waste and overflow.
All our work comes with a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Devon.
- Location
- Cowick (EX4, EX2)
- Region
- Devon
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
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Landlord and trade work in Cowick
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there’s no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Cowick use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
How to look after the repair
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:
- Have new chips seen to early
- Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Rinse it down after each 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.
Don’t leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
Repair or replace: which is better?
For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It costs far less than a new bath plus fitting, it takes one visit, and the bathroom stays exactly as it is. Prices start from £95. We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
What you get with us
- We leave the room as we found it
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Colour-matched on site
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
Take a look at our prices page or bath cost comparison.
What your bath is made of matters
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, 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 can be filled and colour matched, in much the same way.
Covering Cowick
Cowick is about 2 miles west of Exeter, in Devon. We visit clients in Cowick and the surrounding area, so nothing has to leave your home. Cowick is one of 586 places in Devon we cover.
Our visits in EX4 and EX2 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as Oak Road, Tin Lane and Heron Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover include Ide (1 mile south), St Thomas (1 mile east), Larkbeare (1 mile east), Nadderwater (1 mile north-west) and Alphington (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Exmouth (9 miles south-east), Newton Abbot (13 miles south), Tiverton (14 miles north), Teignmouth (11 miles south), Sidmouth (14 miles east) and Kingsteignton (11 miles south).
Landmarks near Cowick
In Cowick, that means homes near West Exe School, Exeter College and Sacred Heart Church. You’ll also find Bowhill Primary School (less than half a mile north-east), St Thomas of Canterbury Church (within half a mile north-east), First & Last Inn (within half a mile north-east) and Exeter University Library (1.8 miles north-east). Cowick’s nearest station is Exeter St Thomas station, roughly 0.7 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Princesshay (1.4 miles north-east) and Exeter City Football Club Museum (1.9 miles north-east). The countryside around Cowick includes Bowling Green Marsh RSPB reserve.
Cowick: your questions answered
How long does the repair take to cure?
Most baths can be used the day after. We confirm the time before we leave.
Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?
In most cases. Send us a picture of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Which areas do you work in?
We cover the entire UK, including Cowick and the rest of Devon. Just include your postcode and we’ll confirm dates.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Do the materials smell?
A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Do you repair coloured baths?
Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including older coloured suites.
Do you need bath repair in Cowick?
Nearly all the chips we see start with something being dropped: bottles, shower heads, tiles and tools. On enamelled baths, a chip that reaches the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
Common reasons people in Cowick contact us include:
- Chips under the taps
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
What your quote should include
- What happens if they find more damage
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- If travel is included in the price
The process
There is not much you need to do on the day. Let us in and show us the room, and we’ll take it from there. Most visits take two to three hours for most chips, including clearing up.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
- Once it has cured, generally by the following day, the bath is ready to use.
Preparing for the visit
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Get a quote
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, add your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
Advice
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