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Bath chip & crack repair in Knowle, Devon

Bath repair across Knowle and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips caused by builders
  • Scuffs and scratches in the surface
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath repair in Knowle?

When a repair isn’t the answer

Not everything can be repaired, and we’ll tell you before we start. We can’t fix:

  • A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
  • Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
  • Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath

Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.

Materials we repair

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

Bath repair at your home in Knowle

We’ve repaired just about every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. Each is repaired in place. Whether it’s damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and deep scratches in acrylic, we can help.

Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.

Rusty chip next to a bath plughole, before and after repair
Location
Knowle (EX33)
Area hub
Devon
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

The process

Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, then carry out the work, which usually takes a few hours. If anything looks different from your pictures, we will talk to you before going ahead.

  1. Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
  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 day after.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Let us know about parking or access
  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day

Ask for a price

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

Get a free quote

Advice

Knowle and the surrounding area

Knowle is about 6 miles north-west of Barnstaple, in Devon. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. We cover 586 places across Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.

Here we cover the EX33 postcode area. That includes homes on Stanbury Road, Manor Mill Road and Norley Road. We also travel to Middle Winsham (1 mile north-east), Nethercott (1 mile north-west), Boode (1 mile south-east), Braunton (1 mile south) and North Buckland (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Barnstaple (6 miles south-east), Bideford (8 miles south), Ilfracombe (6 miles north), Newport (6 miles south-east), Roundswell (5 miles south-east) and East-the-Water (8 miles south).

Local landmarks in Knowle

Our customers here include homes close to Ebrington Arms, St Brannock's Church and Braunton Academy and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include North Devon District Hospital (5.1 miles south-east) and Braunton and District Museum (1.3 miles south). Not far away are Chapel wood and Braunton Burrows.

Map of Knowle © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we are called out for in Knowle

Baths take more knocks than people expect: bottles, shower heads and razors are dropped every day, and fittings press hard against the enamel. Over time, chips and rust spots are almost inevitable.

Send us a photo if you notice any of these:

  • Chips caused by builders
  • Chips on the rim or sides
  • A cracked acrylic bath
  • A chip where the taps sit

Before you book anyone

  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • What prep work is covered
  • How long it needs to cure

Our hiring checklist

Common questions in Knowle

Is a repair better than a new one?

Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

Do you hold any accreditations?

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

When can I have a bath again?

Normally by the following day, depending on the repair.

Is it messy?

Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we’ve finished.

Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?

Yes, we match coloured baths too. The colour is tinted by hand on the day.

What areas do you cover?

The whole UK, including all of Devon. Send your postcode with your photos and we’ll offer you dates.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted.

Looking after it afterwards

To keep it looking its best:

  • Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
  • If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
  • Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath
  • Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas

Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before using the bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.

If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath until it’s repaired. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.

Repair or replace in Knowle?

If the rest of the bath is in good condition, a repair is almost always the better choice. It’s quicker, cheaper and far less disruptive, and you keep the bath you chose. If the entire surface is worn, re-enamelling may make more sense, and we’ll tell you. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

Why book with us

  • One price list for the entire UK
  • Colour mixed on the day to match
  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide

See our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

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.

Cast iron

A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that is what we repair.

Can I fix it myself?

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is 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 pictures.

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

Work for landlords and builders

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Knowle as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it usually costs far less than a refit.

If you manage property in Knowle, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.

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