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Bath chip & crack repair in Exeter, Devon
Damaged bath in Exeter? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Rust spots around the plughole
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- The colour and finish to match
- The type of damage
- How many areas need work
- How easy the damage is to reach
It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
How to get a fixed price
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what we need:
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Any details about the material
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
Bath repair at your home in Exeter
Small damage on a bath is worth repairing early. On steel and cast iron, exposed metal starts to rust, and on acrylic, a crack keeps spreading while the bath flexes. A repair stops both. We are frequently asked to fix cracks in an acrylic bath and a kit repair that didn’t last, in cast iron enamel, pressed steel enamel and whirlpool & spa baths.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right, ring us and we’ll come back.
Honest limits
A repair is not right for every job, for example:
- Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
Aftercare tips
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust sets in.
Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, so water can’t get in. Remove it before the repair.
How it works
Here’s how a visit usually runs: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Plan for a few hours from start to finish. Before we go, we will explain how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
How to get a price
If you’re in Exeter and want a price, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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What your bath is made of matters
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
Nearby places to Exeter
Also in Exeter
Questions from Exeter
What areas do you cover?
All of Devon, and the rest of the UK. There is no extra charge for travel.
Can you price it without visiting?
Usually, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
In most cases. The old repair comes out first, so let us know about it.
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Usually, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a photo.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Typically, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Will the repair last?
Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It carries our one-year guarantee.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes, very frequently. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
Work for landlords and builders
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
If you manage property in Exeter, we will quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we’ll price them together.
When to call us in Exeter
Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tools, tiles and fittings get dropped into the bath, frequently before anyone notices. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.
The most common problems we are called about are:
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- A chipped rim or side
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How long it needs to cure
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- What aftercare is recommended
About Exeter
Exeter is in Devon. Whether you are in the middle of Exeter or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Exeter is one of 586 places in Devon where we work.
We cover every part of the EX2, EX4, EX1 and EX3 postcode area. Whether you live on Regent Square, Catherine Square and High Street or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Being close to the A30 and A377, Exeter is simple for us to get to. Other places close to Exeter include Heavitree (1 mile east), Polsloe (1 mile north-east), Larkbeare (1 mile south-west), St Sidwells (1 mile north) and Wonford (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Exmouth (8 miles south-east), Newton Abbot (14 miles south), Tiverton (13 miles north), Teignmouth (12 miles south), Sidmouth (12 miles east) and Honiton (15 miles east). Being one of Devon’s larger places, Exeter is somewhere we visit frequently.
Local landmarks in Exeter
Our clients here include homes close to Mount Radford Inn, Exeter University Library and Isca and the streets around them. You’ll also find Newtown Primary School (under half a mile north-west), St Luke's University Chapel (within half a mile north), Sacred Heart Church (0.7 miles west) and Exeter Tutorial College (under half a mile south-west). The nearest railway station is St James' Park station, roughly 0.7 miles north-west. Further afield, we also cover the area around Princesshay (0.5 miles west) and Exeter City Football Club Museum (0.6 miles north). The countryside around Exeter includes Bowling Green Marsh RSPB reserve.
- Local facilities include Ludwell Valley Park (1.3 miles south-east)
Repair or replace: which is better?
Swapping a damaged bath for a new one normally involves a plumber, removing the old bath, making good the tiles and panel and disposing of the old one. Repairing it deals only with the damage in one visit. Our bath repair starts from £95. Compared with replacing, repairing typically costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
What you get with us
- Colour-matched on site
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- One visit for most repairs
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
Take a look at our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
