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Bath chip & crack repair in Humber, Devon

Fixed-price bath repair in Humber and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A cracked acrylic bath
  • Holes from dropped items
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair in Humber

Looking after it afterwards

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
  • Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
  • Do not leave a fresh chip for long
  • Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners

Leave the repair to cure for as long as we say before running a bath. After that, gentle cleaning keeps it looking good.

Until we visit, a strip of waterproof tape over the damage helps, to keep water out. Remove it before the repair.

How we handle bath repair in Humber

Whatever the damage, the aim is the same: a smooth, solid repair that blends in. We prepare the area properly, fill and shape it, then match the colour and gloss so it sits flush with the rest of the bath. Whether it’s a chipped rim or side and scuffs and scratches in the surface, we can help, whatever the material.

Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Humber and across Devon.

Broken acrylic bath corner, rebuilt and refinished (before and after)
Area
Humber (TQ14)
Area hub
Devon
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

When to call us in Humber

Rust normally starts where water sits, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.

The things customers usually mention when they call are:

  • Chips on the rim or sides
  • A hole punched through by something heavy
  • A kit repair that didn’t last
  • Rust spots around the plughole

What your quote should include

  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • How your room will be protected
  • Whether the price covers travel

Our hiring checklist

Covering Humber

Humber is about 2 miles north-east of Kingsteignton, in Devon. Jobs in Humber are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. We work in 586 places across Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.

Postcode districts we cover here: TQ14. Other places close to Humber include Luton (1 mile north), Ideford (1 mile north), Bishopsteignton (1 mile south-east), Ashwell (1 mile south) and Olchard (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Exeter (11 miles north), Exmouth (8 miles north-east), Newton Abbot (4 miles south-west), Teignmouth (3 miles south-east), Dawlish (4 miles east) and St Thomas (10 miles north).

Around Humber

In Humber, that means homes near Teign School and The Elizabethan Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Humber is Teignmouth station, roughly 3 miles south-east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Newton Abbot Community Hospital (3.3 miles south-west) and Bishopsteignton Heritage (1.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Labrador Bay RSPB Reserve and Haldon Hill.

Map of Humber © OpenStreetMap contributors

Humber questions

Can rust on a bath be repaired?

Yes, it’s one of the most common repairs we do. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Nearly always. If photos don’t show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.

Do I have to be there?

We need someone to let us in. You don’t need to watch us work.

Are there extra charges for Humber?

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

What happens if you find more damage?

Your quote covers the damage in the photos. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.

Can you repair a failed DIY repair?

Regularly. We strip it out, deal with any rust and repair it again.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

Can you repair a crack in an acrylic bath?

Most of the time. We reinforce the crack from behind, then fill and refinish the front, so access behind the panel is important.

The process

We turn up when we said we would and looks over the damage before anything else. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before we open a single tin. The work itself takes a few hours, and we leave the room as we found it.

  1. We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
  2. Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
  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.

How to prepare

  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Let us know about parking or access

Get a quote

Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.

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Advice

For landlords and businesses

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Humber use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

When we would advise against a repair

Some jobs are not right for a repair, for example:

  • Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
  • A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
  • Metal that has corroded all the way through

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.

What we work on

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

Why repair rather than replace?

Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. In most cases it does not: a proper repair gives it years more use, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Our bath repair starts from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing typically costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Why us?

  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job

Take a look at our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

Different materials, different repairs

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.

Composite and resin

Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.

Can I fix it myself?

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.

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