Devon · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Hele, Devon
Bath repair across Hele and nearby, generally in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. We give every job a fixed quote from photos. These are the things that affect it:
- How many areas need work
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The material
- Whether we combine several jobs
No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
How to get a fixed price
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- Details of any past repairs
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
To get a price, send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We will say right away whether it can be repaired.
Bath repair at your home in Hele
Most bath damage, from chips and cracks to rust spots and holes, can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. Nothing is unplumbed, the tiles are not touched, and the finish is matched to the rest of the bath. We regularly repair cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and roll-top & freestanding, and people most often call us about a cracked acrylic bath and damage done while the bathroom was being fitted.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we will sort it.
- Location
- Hele (EX5)
- Region
- Devon
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. It normally takes a morning or an afternoon, and we’ll tell you if anything changes.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- 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
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
How to get a price
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Related advice
Should you replace it?
A new bath costs more than the bath itself: removal and disposal, plumbing, a new panel, tiling and decorating. With a repair, it’s one visit and one price. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why us?
- Work done at your home or business
- One price list for the entire UK
- No need to remove anything
- We leave the room as we found it
Read our full price list or bath cost comparison.
Other services in Hele
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
Repairs by material
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the bath itself lasts for generations, so it’s always worth repairing.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
Common problems we fix in Hele
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: everyday items get dropped into it all the time, and fittings press hard against the enamel. Sooner or later, most baths pick up a chip.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
Before booking anyone
- Whether the price covers travel
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How changes to the job are handled
When we would advise against a repair
We would rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
- 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 Hele
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
Keeping it looking good
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Don’t leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
Leave the repair to cure for as long as we say before running a bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.
Don’t leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
Hele and nearby
Hele is about 3 miles south-west of Cullompton, in Devon. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. We cover 586 places across Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.
Our repair technicians cover all of the EX5 postcode area. Whether you live on Hele Road, Station Road and Strathculm Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Other places close to Hele include Bradninch (1 mile north), Silverton (2 miles west), Colebrook (2 miles north), Ponsford (3 miles north) and Cullompton (3 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Exeter (7 miles south-west), Exmouth (13 miles south), Tiverton (7 miles north), Sidmouth (12 miles south-east), Honiton (10 miles east) and St Thomas (8 miles south-west).
Near you in Hele
We visit homes around St Disen's Church, Crossways Tavern and The Duchy School Bradninch, among other places. The nearest railway station is Cranbrook (Devon) station, roughly 4.4 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Bradninch Castle Hill (1.2 miles north) and Heavitree Isolation Hospital (6 miles south).
Hele: your questions answered
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
What happens if you find more damage?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there’s more, we will tell you before starting.
Can you match an avocado or pink bath?
Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including pastel and older colours.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course, and it normally saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and we will quote them together.
Which areas do you work in?
The whole UK, including all of Devon. Send your postcode with your photos and we’ll offer you dates.
Can you quote from photos?
In nearly every case. If photos do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.
Is there any odour?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
