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Bath Repair for Knightsmill homes

Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Knightsmill. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
  • A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath repair for Knightsmill homes

How we handle bath repair in Knightsmill

We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath. You can generally use the bath the day after. If you are dealing with rust by the waste and overflow and chips along the edge of the bath, we can help, whatever the material.

Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before you book.

Location
Knightsmill (PL30, PL33)
Area hub
Cornwall
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Acrylic bath corner rebuilt by Surface Doctor, before and after

Repairing versus replacing in Knightsmill

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. Prices start from £95. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access.

Why Knightsmill customers choose us

  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • A fixed quote before you book

See our full price list and bath cost comparison.

Signs you need bath repair in Knightsmill

Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the bath move until the acrylic gives way.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • Rusty patches near the plughole
  • Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
  • Deep scratches in acrylic
  • Chips along the edge of the bath

Before booking anyone

  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
  • Whether a trained technician does the job

How to compare quotes

Landlord and trade work in Knightsmill

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.

Letting agents often send us pictures straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

How it works

Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which usually takes a morning or an afternoon. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.

  1. We protect the bath and the floor around it.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
  3. We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
  4. Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
  5. We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the following day.

Before we arrive

  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day

Getting a price

No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.

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How to look after the repair

A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:

  • Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
  • Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
  • Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas

Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, as they can leave rust marks. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.

If an acrylic bath has a crack, stop showering in it until it’s repaired. Every use opens the crack a little more, and water can get through to the floor below.

What bath repair costs

Repairs from £95. There is no charge for travel to Knightsmill. The price depends on:

  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • The material and finish
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

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. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.

Send photos for a quote

The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • A photo taken from further back
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • Details of any past repairs
  • Any details about the material

Send us pictures of the damage and one of the entire item, with your PL30 postcode, and we will come back with a fixed quote.

What we can’t put right

We won’t take on work that will not last, so these are the limits:

  • A whole bath that is dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
  • Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
  • A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.

Materials we work on in Knightsmill

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

Covering Knightsmill

Knightsmill is about 9 miles north of Bodmin, in Cornwall. From the centre of Knightsmill to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in all 644 towns and villages across Cornwall, from the larger towns to small villages.

Here we cover the PL30 and PL33 postcode area. Nearby, we also work in St Teath (1 mile west), Treveighan (1 mile south), St Tudy (3 miles south), Pendoggett (3 miles west) and St Kew Highway (4 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Bodmin (9 miles south), Liskeard (15 miles south-east), Addington (15 miles south-east), Wadebridge (7 miles south-west), Padstow (10 miles west) and Lostwithiel (13 miles south).

Landmarks near Knightsmill

Our customers here include homes close to Church of St Tetha and St Teath Community Primary School. For a walk, there is Alex Tor.

Map of Knightsmill © OpenStreetMap contributors

Different materials, different repairs

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

A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that’s the part we put right.

Your questions about bath repair in Knightsmill

How soon can you come?

Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

Can you repair a failed DIY repair?

Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Tell us about it when you send photos.

Do you charge for travel?

There is no separate call-out charge. Your fixed price includes everything.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.

Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?

Often, if there’s access underneath. We back the hole, fill it and refinish the surface.

Is a bath repair durable?

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

How long does the repair take to cure?

Generally within a day, though it depends on what we’ve done.

Are you accredited?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

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