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Bath chip & crack repair in Cross, Devon
Our repair technicians come to Cross for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
Our work in Cross
Cross is about 8 miles north-west of Barnstaple, in Devon. From the centre of Cross to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in all 586 towns and villages in Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.
Jobs in EX33 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Close by, we cover Croyde (1 mile west), Georgeham (1 mile north-east), Saunton (1 mile south-east), Darracott (1 mile east) and Putsborough (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Barnstaple (8 miles south-east), Bideford (8 miles south), Ilfracombe (7 miles north-east), Braunton (3 miles south-east), Newport (8 miles south-east) and Roundswell (7 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Cross
We visit homes around Manor pub, Church of St Mary Magdalene and Georgeham Church of England (VC) Primary School. Further afield, we also cover the area around Braunton and District Museum (2.6 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Chapel wood and Braunton Burrows.
Bath repair in Cross without replacing anything
Whatever the damage, the aim is the same: a smooth, solid repair that blends in. Proper preparation, careful filling and shaping, then colour and gloss matching so it sits flush with the rest of the bath. Typical jobs include chips along the edge of the bath and impact holes in acrylic, across roll-top & freestanding, acrylic and whirlpool & spa baths.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Cross (EX33)
- County
- Devon
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near Cross
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Keeping it looking good
Aftercare is simple:
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Have new chips seen to early
- Don’t scrub with anything abrasive
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, as they can leave rust marks. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
Don’t leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.
For landlords and businesses
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Cross use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it generally costs far less than a refit.
For anyone letting property in or around Cross, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send photos for each address and we’ll price them together.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
How it works
We work cleanly and quietly. Protection goes down first, then the job itself takes a morning or an afternoon. At the end we talk you through how soon it can be used and how to look after it.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Get a quote
There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Advice
Honest limits
We’d rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- A whole bath that is dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
Repair or replace in Cross?
A repair makes sense whenever the damage is localised. It costs far less than a new bath plus fitting, it’s done in one visit, and nothing else in the room changes. Prices start from £95. Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Cross
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- No extra charge for your area
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
Take a look at our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Signs you need bath repair in Cross
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: everyday items get dropped into it all the time, and taps and wastes are tightened against the surface. Over time, chips and rust spots are almost inevitable.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Chips under the taps
What to look for in a quote
- What prep work is covered
- How to look after the finish
- How changes to the job are handled
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- The type of damage
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- How many items we do on one visit
Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Cross. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Getting a price from pictures
You can generally get a fixed price without us visiting. To make it quick:
- The material, if you know it
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Something in shot to show the size
- A photo taken from further back
Most customers in Cross get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Common questions in Cross
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
In most cases. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
What information do you need?
Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Normally by the following day, though it depends on what we’ve done.
Will the price change on the day?
We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
How quickly can you book me in?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including pastel and older colours.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
