Plymouth · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Lipson, Plymouth
We travel to Lipson for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Rust by the waste and overflow
What we are called out for in Lipson
Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else, closely followed by shower heads. Taps and wastes cause problems too: water sits around them, and any chip there soon rusts.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed:
- A cracked acrylic bath
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- A kit repair that didn’t last
What to look for in a quote
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether a trained technician does the job
Bath repair in Lipson, done in place
You do not need a new bath because of a chip. We fill the damage, shape it to the curve of the bath and refinish it, with the colour mixed on site so the repair is hard to spot. Whether it’s damage beneath the taps and hairline or through cracks in acrylic, we can generally put it right.
You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Lipson as everywhere else we work.
- Location
- Lipson (PL4, PL3, PL1)
- County
- Plymouth
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We take into account:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- How much damage there is
- The type of damage
- The material and finish
There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Send photos for a quote
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Something in shot to show the size
- Details of any past repairs
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures using our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They don’t rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, finished with fired enamel. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, which makes it well worth repairing.
What happens on the day
Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so you know exactly what we’re doing. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. Allow a few hours, depending on the damage, and we will keep you posted as we go.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
- Finish coats go on, then the repair is polished to blend in.
- We leave it to cure; you can normally use the bath the next day.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking or access
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Getting a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, add your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed price, not an estimate.
Advice
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How to care for the repair
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- Make sure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
There’s nothing special to do after a repair. Skip bleach and gritty creams.
Until we visit, a strip of waterproof tape over the damage helps, to keep water out. Remove it before the repair.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
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 fails, we can still put it right.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. 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.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Lipson
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Plymouth and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Lipson use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
Our work in Lipson
Lipson is about 1 mile south of Plymouth, in Plymouth. Across the PL4 area, we come to you. Our repair technicians cover 59 places across Plymouth, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in PL4, PL3 and PL1 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Elm Road, Glen Road and Gwyn Road. We also travel to Mutley (1 mile north-west), Mannamead (1 mile north-west), Plymouth (1 mile north), Compton (1 mile north) and Hoe (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Burraton (5 miles north-west), St Budeaux (3 miles north-west), Plympton St Maurice (4 miles east), Sherford (4 miles east), St Stephens (5 miles north-west) and Plympton (3 miles east). Lipson is among the bigger towns we cover in Plymouth.
What’s near Lipson
We visit homes around Plymouth High School for Girls, St Jude's Church and Plymouth Central Library, among other places. Other local landmarks include Salisbury Road Primary School (under half a mile south-east), Plymouth Hoe (1 mile south-west) and Hill Park Hotel (within half a mile north-west). For rail, the closest station is Plymouth station, about 0.7 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Freedom Fields Hospital (under half a mile north-west) and Plymouth Castle (0.8 miles south-west). Open spaces near Lipson include Penlee Battery.
Lipson questions
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 crack in an acrylic bath?
Usually, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a photo.
Do you cover the whole of Plymouth?
Everywhere in the UK, Lipson included. There is no extra charge for travel.
What happens if you find more damage?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. If there is more, we will tell you before starting.
Will it make a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we have finished.
Are you accredited?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
Will there be a smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It clears as the materials cure.
When we would advise against a repair
A repair isn’t always the answer, and we will tell you before we start. Repairs will not solve:
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
