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Bath chip & crack repair in Holmbush, Cornwall

Bath repair across Holmbush and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
  • A chipped rim or side
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

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Aftercare tips

To keep it looking its best for years:

  • Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
  • Give the bath a quick rinse after use
  • Store metal items away from the bath
  • Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning

In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, clean it as you would the rest of the bath.

A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.

How we handle bath repair in Holmbush

Bath repair is our most common job. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all repaired in place, normally in one visit. Whether it’s a hole punched through by something heavy and a chip where the taps sit, we can help, on whirlpool & spa baths, roll-top & freestanding and acrylic alike.

Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.

Rusty chip next to a bath plughole, before and after repair
Area
Holmbush (PL25, PL26)
Region
Cornwall
Cover
A year, on every repair
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Repairing versus replacing in Holmbush

A repair makes sense whenever the damage is localised. It’s a fraction of the cost of a new bath and fitting, it’s done in one visit, and the bathroom stays exactly as it is. Prices start from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You will see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.

What you get with us

  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited

Read our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

What we do, step by step

On the day, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a few hours, depending on the damage. We tidy up before we leave and tell you when it’s ready to use.

  1. First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
  2. Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
  3. We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
  4. The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
  5. The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.

Preparing for the visit

  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Make sure the area is dry
  • Have a window or extractor fan available

Ask for a price

Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.

Get a free quote

Related advice

Your questions about bath repair in Holmbush

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted.

Are there extra charges for Holmbush?

No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.

Can you redo an old repair?

Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Mention it when you send photos.

What information do you need?

Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.

What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

Will the repair last?

Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It carries our one-year guarantee.

Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?

Yes. The colour is mixed on site to suit your bath, including pastel and older colours.

Do you hold any accreditations?

We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.

Honest limits

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

  • Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
  • Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
  • A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense

If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.

Materials we work on in Holmbush

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

DIY repairs versus a professional job

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. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

When to call us in Holmbush

Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else. Fittings cause damage too: water collects there, so chips nearby rust quickly.

Contact us if you’ve noticed:

  • A chipped rim or side
  • Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
  • Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
  • A hole punched through by something heavy

What your quote should include

  • How the colour is matched
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • What preparation is included
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT

Choosing a repair company

Covering Holmbush

Holmbush is about 1 mile east of St Austell, in Cornwall. Wherever you are in the PL25 postcode area, we carry out the work at your property. Holmbush is one of 644 towns and villages in Cornwall we cover.

Our visits in PL25 and PL26 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes on Lyons Road, Church Road and Bethel Road. We also cover the places around Holmbush: Charlestown (1 mile south), Bethel (1 mile north), Sandy Bottom (1 mile north-west), St Austell (1 mile west) and Carlyon Bay (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Truro (14 miles west), Newquay (14 miles west), Bodmin (9 miles north), Wadebridge (13 miles north), Looe (14 miles east) and Nansledan (13 miles north-west).

Around Holmbush

Around Holmbush, we work in homes near Poltair Park, St Paul's Church and Charlestown Primary School and the streets around them. Holmbush’s nearest station is St Austell station, about 1.2 miles west. A little further out are St Austell Community Hospital (0.9 miles south-west) and Lost Gardens of Heligan (4.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near Holmbush include Hensbarrow Beacon and Tresayes Quarry.

  • Local facilities include Restormel (1.3 miles west)
Map of Holmbush © OpenStreetMap contributors

Work for landlords and builders

If you manage property in Holmbush, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we’ll come back with a combined price.

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.

What your bath is made of matters

Composite and resin

Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, just like other baths.

Acrylic

Acrylic baths are moulded sheet reinforced underneath. There is no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.

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