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Bath Repair in Dunchideock

Bath repair in Dunchideock without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed quote from your photos, then book a visit.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A hole punched through by something heavy
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

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Repairing versus replacing in Dunchideock

If the rest of the bath is in good condition, a repair is almost always the better choice. It’s quicker, cheaper and far less disruptive, and you keep the bath you chose. Where the whole surface is tired, we may suggest re-enamelling instead. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.

Why book with us

  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • One price list for the entire UK

Take a look at our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

About our bath repair in Dunchideock

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. We regularly repair pressed steel enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and cast iron enamel, and common reasons people get in touch are chips under the taps and chips on the rim or sides.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.

Acrylic bath corner rebuilt by Surface Doctor, before and after
Where
Dunchideock (EX2, EX6)
Area hub
Devon
Cover
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Landlords, agents and businesses in Dunchideock

We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, photos and access details and we’ll handle the rest.

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Aftercare tips

It’s all simple stuff:

  • Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
  • If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
  • Don’t scrub with anything abrasive

A repaired bath needs no special treatment, just sensible cleaning. Skip bleach and gritty creams and give it a rinse after each bath.

Do not 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.

Dunchideock questions

Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?

Yes, we match coloured baths too. We tint the finish to your bath on site.

Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?

Generally, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Check under the bath panel, or send us a picture.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before and we’ll plan for it.

Do you cover the entire of Devon?

We cover the whole UK, including Dunchideock and the rest of Devon. Send your postcode with your photos and we will confirm dates.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Usually, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Can tenants book a repair?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.

Can you repair a hole in a bath?

Frequently, if there is access underneath. We back the hole, fill it and refinish the surface.

About Dunchideock

Dunchideock is about 4 miles south-west of Exeter, in Devon. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We work in 586 places in Devon.

Our visits in EX2 and EX6 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes on Biddypark Lane and Haldon Drive. If you’re just outside Dunchideock, we cover Clapham (1 mile south-east), Shillingford St George (1 mile east), Shillingford Abbot (2 miles north-east), Kennford (2 miles east) and Kenn (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Exeter (4 miles north-east), Exmouth (9 miles south-east), Newton Abbot (10 miles south), Teignmouth (9 miles south-east), Sidmouth (15 miles east) and Kingsteignton (9 miles south).

Near you in Dunchideock

Around Dunchideock, we work in homes near Church of St Michael and the streets around them. Dunchideock’s nearest station is Marsh Barton station, roughly 3.3 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Rougemont Castle (4.1 miles north-east) and Franklyn Hospital (2.8 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Haldon Hill.

Map of Dunchideock © OpenStreetMap contributors

When we would advise against a repair

Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, for example:

  • Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
  • Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
  • A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed

Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.

Materials we repair

  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Acrylic
  • Whirlpool & spa baths
  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Cast iron enamel

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Cast iron

Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, which makes it well worth repairing.

Composite and resin

Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, just like other baths.

Signs you need bath repair in Dunchideock

Dropped items cause the majority of chips, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: the bath isn’t properly supported, so it flexes under weight.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • Damage beneath the taps
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
  • Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
  • Holes from dropped items

Before you book anyone

  • How soon you can use it again
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • What preparation is included

Our hiring checklist

Should I try a DIY kit first?

For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.

The process

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 typically takes a few hours, depending on the damage. We clean up when we’re done and tell you when it’s ready to use.

  1. We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
  2. The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
  3. The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
  4. We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
  5. Once it has cured, usually by the next day, the bath is ready to use.

Before we arrive

  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access

How to get a price

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, add your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.

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