Devon · England
Bath Repair in Drayford
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for householders, landlords and businesses in Drayford. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
Bath repair at your home in Drayford
Whether your bath is steel, cast iron or acrylic, we can repair it. The method changes with the material: rust is treated on metal baths, while cracks in acrylic are reinforced from underneath. If you’re dealing with holes from dropped items and hairline or through cracks in acrylic, we can typically put it right, whatever the material.
Big or small, you get the same one-year guarantee in Drayford and across Devon.
- Location
- Drayford (EX17)
- Area hub
- Devon
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
When we visit, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job normally takes a few hours, depending on the damage. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
- Once it has cured, normally by the day after, the bath is ready to use.
Getting ready for the visit
- Make sure the area is dry
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Ask for a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We’ll say right away if a repair is the right fix.
Advice
About Drayford
Drayford is about 9 miles north-west of Crediton, in Devon. Jobs in Drayford are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Our repair technicians cover 586 places across Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in EX17 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Drayford include Thelbridge (1 mile south-east), Witheridge (2 miles east), Black Dog (3 miles south-east), Nomansland (3 miles east) and Eastington (4 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Tiverton (11 miles east), Cullompton (15 miles east), Crediton (9 miles south-east), South Molton (9 miles north-west), Pennsylvania (15 miles south-east) and Exwick (14 miles south-east).
Around Drayford
Around Drayford, we work in homes near East Worlington Primary School and Church of St Mary and the streets around them. Drayford’s nearest station is Lapford station, about 5 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Affeton Castle (1.6 miles west).
Why repair rather than replace?
Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: getting one out, particularly from an upstairs bathroom, is a big job, and a like-for-like replacement can be expensive. Repairing it leaves it where it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Why book with us
- A fixed quote before booking
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- We leave the room as we found it
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Read our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Nearby places to Drayford
What else we do in Drayford
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. You’ll know the full cost before you book. We look at:
- What kind of damage it is
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Doing more than one item at once
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
Set against the cost of replacement, repairing usually costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
How to get a fixed price
You can take the photos on your phone. Make sure they show:
- Natural light rather than flash
- Details of any past repairs
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- One picture of the whole bath
Most clients in Drayford get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
For landlords and businesses
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we will arrange it.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit.
When we would advise against a repair
In fairness, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.
Materials we work on in Drayford
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
What your bath is made of matters
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Exposed steel rusts fast, particularly by the plughole, so repair chips early.
Aftercare tips
Looking after the surface is easy:
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
Care for the repair the same way as the bath: warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft cloth. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
Stop using the bath if a crack lets water through. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.
Can I fix it myself?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
Drayford questions
What do you need from me?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
What does bath repair cost?
Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Most of the time. Tell us what was done before.
Can you match an avocado or pink bath?
Yes. The colour is mixed on site to suit your bath, including older coloured suites.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we will tell you.
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
