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Bath Repair in Lydford
Problem with your bath in Lydford? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- Rusty patches near the plughole
Repairing versus replacing in Lydford
Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: removal and disposal, plumbing, a new panel, tiling and decorating. A repair is one job, done in one visit. Prices start from £95. Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Lydford
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
Take a look at our prices page or bath cost comparison.
How we handle bath repair in Lydford
We see every kind of bath damage: dropped-bottle chips, plughole rust, acrylic cracks and impact holes. All of it is repaired where the bath stands. We work on acrylic, cast iron enamel and pressed steel enamel, and common reasons people contact us are chips on the rim or sides and a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we’ll come back.
- Where
- Lydford (EX20)
- Area hub
- Devon
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Common problems we fix in Lydford
Dropped items cause the majority of chips, and building work is a common culprit. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- Holes from dropped items
Before you book anyone
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- What protection goes down before work starts
- How soon you can use it again
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
Keeping it looking good
Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
Do not leave a chip on a steel or cast iron bath. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.
Also near Lydford
Also in Lydford
Your questions about bath repair in Lydford
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes, very frequently. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
Is my repair covered?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Do I have to be there?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You do not need to watch us work.
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.
Which areas do you work in?
All of Devon, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, we frequently do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?
In most cases. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.
Where we work around Lydford
Lydford is about 7 miles north of Tavistock, in Devon. From the centre of Lydford to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Our technicians cover all 586 towns and villages in Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.
Our visits in EX20 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Jobs here include addresses on Hawthorn Park, Silver Street and School Road and the roads around them. We also travel to Bridestowe (3 miles north), Brentor (3 miles south-west), North Brentor (3 miles south-west), Pool (3 miles north) and Sourton (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Tavistock (7 miles south), Okehampton (8 miles north-east), Tiddy Brook Meadows (8 miles south), Bere Alston (12 miles south), Hatherleigh (12 miles north) and Horrabridge (10 miles south).
What’s near Lydford
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Castle Inn, Lydford Primary School and Church of St Petrock, among other places. Further afield, we also cover the area around Lydford Castle (under half a mile south-west). Not far away are Great Links Tor.
Honest limits
A repair is not right for every job, including:
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we work on in Lydford
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
What affects the price in Lydford
Prices start from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The type of damage
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Quotes from your photos
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Details of any past repairs
- Any details about the material
- Something in shot to show the size
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Work for landlords and builders
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, pictures and access details and we’ll handle the rest.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Lydford as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and get going once we’ve agreed what we’re doing. It generally takes a few hours, depending on the damage, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- 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.
- Once it has cured, typically by the next day, the bath is ready to use.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
Get a quote
We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.
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Can I fix it myself?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
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