Devon · England
Bath Repair for Monkleigh homes
Damaged bath in Monkleigh? We put it right where it is, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust spots around the plughole
- Chips under the taps
About our bath repair in Monkleigh
You do not need a new bath because of a chip. Our repair technicians fill, shape and refinish the damage, with the colour mixed on site so the repair is hard to spot. Whether it’s hairline or through cracks in acrylic and a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting, we can help, whatever the material.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee in Monkleigh and across Devon.
- Location
- Monkleigh (EX39)
- Region
- Devon
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Keeping it looking good
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Check that an acrylic bath doesn’t move when you stand in it
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Put a towel in the bath if you’re working above it
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, as they can leave rust marks. And fix dripping taps promptly.
Until we visit, a strip of waterproof tape over the damage helps, to keep water out. Remove it before the repair.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
When a repair is not the answer
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Repair or replace: which is better?
Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: removal and disposal, plumbing, a new panel, tiling and decorating. With a repair, it’s one visit and one price. Our bath repair starts from £95. What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so you know the cost before you book.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Monkleigh
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
See our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Repairs by material
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
Monkleigh and the surrounding area
Monkleigh is about 4 miles south of Bideford, in Devon. Whether you’re in the middle of Monkleigh or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Our technicians cover all 586 towns and villages in Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in EX39 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover include Frithelstock Stone (1 mile south), Buckland Brewer (2 miles west), Langtree (3 miles south), Ford (4 miles north-west) and Stibb Cross (4 miles south). Further out, we also cover Barnstaple (10 miles north-east), Bideford (4 miles north), Braunton (10 miles north), Newport (10 miles north-east), Roundswell (9 miles north-east) and East-the-Water (4 miles north).
Around Monkleigh
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Clinton Arms, Church of St George and Monkleigh Primary School and the streets around them. A little further out are Bideford Community Hospital (3.7 miles north) and Kenwith Castle (4.4 miles north).
Common questions in Monkleigh
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
In most cases. The back of the crack is strengthened before the front is filled and refinished, so we need access under the bath.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Of course. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Are you accredited?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
What areas do you cover?
The entire UK, including all of Devon. Just include your postcode and we will confirm dates.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we have finished.
What affects the price in Monkleigh
Repairs from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. These are the things that affect it:
- What kind of damage it is
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Doing more than one item at once
We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Send pictures for a quote
You can take the photos on your phone, there is no need for anything special. Make sure they show:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- One picture of the whole bath
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, add your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
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What happens on the day
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. Once we are there, the work takes a morning or an afternoon for most jobs. The room is left tidy.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Point us to the nearest place to park
How to get a price
Send us photos of the damage and one of the entire item, with your EX39 postcode, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Advice
When to call us in Monkleigh
Rust typically starts where water sits, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.
Common reasons people in Monkleigh contact us include:
- A chipped rim or side
- A cracked acrylic bath
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Chips caused by builders
Questions to ask before you book
- How the colour is matched
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- If travel is included in the price
- Who turns up on the day
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
