Plymouth · England
Bath Repair for Hollacombe homes
Bath repair for Hollacombe, without a refit. Get a fixed quote from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- Chips along the edge of the bath
Bath repair in Hollacombe without replacing anything
Most bath damage, from chips and cracks to rust spots and holes, is repaired in place. Nothing is unplumbed, the tiles are not touched, and the finish is matched to the rest of the bath. Our repair technicians work on acrylic, whirlpool & spa baths and roll-top & freestanding, and common reasons people get in touch are impact holes in acrylic and chips on the rim or sides.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re not left on your own once we’ve gone.
- Area
- Hollacombe (PL9)
- Area hub
- Plymouth
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Why repair rather than replace?
When the bath is otherwise sound, repairing beats replacing. It’s quicker, cheaper and far less disruptive, and the bathroom stays as it is. If the entire surface is worn, re-enamelling may make more sense, and we will tell you. Our bath repair starts from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Hollacombe
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- We leave the room as we found it
- One price list for the whole UK
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
Take a look at our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
When we would advise against a repair
A repair is not always the answer, and we will tell you before we start. Repairs won’t solve:
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Hollacombe
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
What else we do in Hollacombe
Different materials, different repairs
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. You will not pay by the hour. The price is based on:
- The material
- The colour and finish to match
- How many items we do on one visit
- Access to the area
Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
How to get a fixed price
Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- One picture of the whole bath
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Natural light rather than flash
To get a price, send two or three pictures through our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Questions from Hollacombe
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit typically costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Yes, we do this often. We strip it out, deal with any rust and repair it again.
Do you cover Hollacombe?
Yes, we do. Repair technicians travel to Hollacombe from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Can you quote from photos?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos can’t show what we need.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Can pets and children be at home?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Typically, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Looking after it afterwards
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
- Store metal items away from the bath
Care for the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Keep scouring pads and gritty cleaners away from it.
If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath until it’s repaired. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Hollacombe
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Hollacombe as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
Our work in Hollacombe
Hollacombe is about 4 miles south-east of Plymouth, in Plymouth. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Hollacombe is one of 59 towns and villages in Plymouth we cover.
Jobs in PL9 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Hollacombe include Staddiscombe (1 mile north-west), Wembury (1 mile south), Gabber (1 mile south-west), Combe (1 mile north-east) and Plymstock (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Plymouth (4 miles north-west), Mannamead (4 miles north-west), Lipson (4 miles north-west), Mutley (4 miles north-west), North Prospect (5 miles north-west) and Stoke (5 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Hollacombe
In Hollacombe, that means homes near Plymstock Library, The Staddy pub and Wembury Primary School. The nearest railway station is Plymouth station, roughly 4.1 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Plymouth Castle (3.3 miles north-west) and Elizabethan House Museum (3.4 miles north-west).
The process
From the moment we arrive, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes a few hours, depending on the damage, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- Once it has cured, normally by the next day, the bath is ready to use.
Preparing for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Make sure the area is dry
Getting a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, include your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.
Related advice
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
