Cornwall · England
Bath Repair in Dimson
Damaged bath in Dimson? We put it right where it is, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage beneath the taps
- Rust by the waste and overflow
How we handle bath repair in Dimson
A damaged bath doesn’t have to mean a new bathroom. Our repair technicians fill, shape and refinish the damage, with the colour mixed on site so the repair is hard to spot. Whether it’s snagging damage from a refit and a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting, we can generally put it right.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Area
- Dimson (PL18)
- County
- Cornwall
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
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When we’d advise against a repair
We will not take on work that will not last, so these are the limits:
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Signs you need bath repair in Dimson
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: a shampoo bottle, a shower head, a tile or a tool during a refit. On steel and cast iron baths, a chip that reaches the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
These are the problems we are asked about most:
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Chips under the taps
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
What your quote should include
- Whether they match the colour on site
- What prep work is covered
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How your room will be protected
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacing a bath rarely stops at the bath: tiles along the rim normally crack when it comes out, a new panel is often needed, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. A repair skips all of it. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair typically costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
What you get with us
- One price list for the entire UK
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- A year’s guarantee on all work
Take a look at our full price list and bath cost comparison.
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. It generally takes a morning or an afternoon, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- First, we check the damage against your pictures and agree the plan.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Have a window or extractor fan available
Getting a price
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: 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 quote, not a guess.
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About Dimson
Dimson is about 4 miles south-west of Tavistock, in Cornwall. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Dimson is one of 644 places in Cornwall where we work.
We cover every part of PL18 and the streets around it. Whether you live on Quarry Lane, Hoopers Lane and Station Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Middle Dimson (1 mile east), Higher Dimson (1 mile south), Lower Dimson (1 mile north-east), Gunnislake (1 mile south-east) and Drakewalls (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Stonehouse (11 miles south), Saltash (8 miles south), Liskeard (11 miles south-west), Launceston (10 miles north-west), Addington (11 miles south-west) and Looe (15 miles south-west).
Near you in Dimson
Our clients here include homes close to Gunnislake Primary Academy, The Rifle Volunteer pub and Tamar Valley AONB and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Gunnislake station, roughly 0.5 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Kithill Castle (3 miles west) and Cotehele Mill (2.3 miles south). For a walk, there is Hingston Down.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Dimson
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we will arrange it.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Looking after it afterwards
Nothing complicated is needed:
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust can start.
Stop using the bath if a crack lets water through. Water under the bath can damage the floor and the ceiling below.
FAQs for Dimson
Is there any odour?
There can be some smell while we work, which is why we ventilate. It fades as everything cures.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course, and it normally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Is a bath repair durable?
It should, as long as the bath is firm and the area was prepared well. It carries our one-year guarantee.
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Most of the time. The back of the crack is strengthened before the front is filled and refinished, so we need access under the bath.
Which areas do you work in?
The whole UK, including all of Cornwall. Just include your postcode and we will confirm dates.
Can you redo an old repair?
Regularly. We strip it out, deal with any rust and repair it again.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
