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Bath Repair for Lawhitton homes
Local bath repair for Lawhitton: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
Keeping it looking good
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- Put a towel in the bath if you’re working above it
Do not leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, as they can leave rust marks. And fix dripping taps promptly.
Small chips are quick to repair. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so early repair saves time and money.
Bath repair at your home in Lawhitton
A damaged bath does not have to mean a new bathroom. Our technicians fill, shape and refinish the damage, with the colour mixed on site. Whether it’s a chipped rim or side and a cracked acrylic bath, we can help.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll come back.
- Area
- Lawhitton (PL15)
- County
- Cornwall
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
About Lawhitton
Lawhitton is about 9 miles north-west of Tavistock, in Cornwall. From the centre of Lawhitton to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Lawhitton is one of 644 places in Cornwall where we work.
Our visits in PL15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Stourscombe (1 mile north-west), Withnoe (1 mile north-west), Launceston (2 miles north-west), Newport (2 miles north-west) and Daw's House (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Saltash (15 miles south), Liskeard (13 miles south-west), Addington (12 miles south-west), Burraton Coombe (15 miles south), Callington (8 miles south) and South Pill (15 miles south).
Landmarks near Lawhitton
In Lawhitton, that means homes near Launceston College and Church of St Michael, among other places. A little further out are Launceston Castle (2.1 miles north-west) and Lawrence House Museum (2.1 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Armstrong Wood.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. You will know the full cost before you book. We take into account:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How much damage there is
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Lawhitton. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Quotes from your photos
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Natural light rather than flash
- Any details about the material
- A picture taken from further back
You do not need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
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How it works
You do not need to empty the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and get going once we have agreed what we’re doing. Most jobs take a few hours, depending on the damage, and you can get on with other things while we are there.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, typically the next day.
How to prepare
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
How to get a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Advice
When we would advise against a repair
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Work for landlords and builders
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Cornwall and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
FAQs for Lawhitton
What areas do you cover?
Across the UK, and that includes Lawhitton. Our prices are the same everywhere.
What happens next?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Will there be a smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It fades as everything cures.
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Mention it when you send photos.
Will I be able to see the repair?
On a glossy bath, you will struggle to find it. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
Most of the time. The back of the crack is strengthened before the front is filled and refinished, so we need access under the bath.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
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.
Should you replace it?
For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It’s a fraction of the cost of a new bath and fitting, it takes one visit, and nothing else in the room changes. Our bath repair starts from £95. A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Lawhitton
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
Take a look at our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Signs you need bath repair in Lawhitton
Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else, with dropped shower heads close behind. Taps and wastes cause problems too: water collects there, so chips nearby rust quickly.
Common reasons people in Lawhitton contact us include:
- Damage beneath the taps
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
Questions to ask before you book
- How your room will be protected
- How long it needs to cure
- What happens if they find more damage
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
