Devon · England
Bath Repair in Patchole
Our technicians come to Patchole for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Impact holes in acrylic
- A chipped rim or side
Bath repair in Patchole, done in place
A repair fixes just the damaged area and blends it into the rest of the bath, which is far cheaper than replacing a fitted bath. Most baths can be used again the day after. Our technicians work on pressed steel enamel, acrylic and whirlpool & spa baths, and common reasons people contact us are rust spots around the plughole and chips on the rim or sides.
We guarantee the work for a year. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Location
- Patchole (EX31)
- Region
- Devon
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Cast iron
A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is what we repair.
About Patchole
Patchole is about 7 miles north-east of Barnstaple, in Devon. Anywhere in EX31, we come to you. Our repair technicians cover 586 places across Devon.
Every address in EX31 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover include East Down (1 mile south-west), Kentisbury (1 mile north), Churchill (2 miles south-west), Combe Martin (3 miles north-west) and Shirwell (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Barnstaple (7 miles south-west), Bideford (14 miles south-west), Ilfracombe (6 miles north-west), Braunton (9 miles south-west), Newport (7 miles south) and South Molton (12 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Patchole
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Kentisbury Primary School and Church of St John the Baptist. Nearby you will also find Voley Castle (3.5 miles north-east) and Combe Martin Museum (3.5 miles north-west).
Keeping it looking good
Looking after the surface is easy:
- Have new chips seen to early
- Do not leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
A repaired bath needs no special treatment, just sensible cleaning. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners.
A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Water gets to the metal and rust starts, turning a quick repair into a bigger one.
What happens on the day
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes a few hours, depending on the damage for most jobs. The room is left tidy and you’ll know when it can be used.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, normally the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Let us know about parking or access
How to get a price
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, include your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
Related advice
When we would advise against a repair
In fairness, there are a few things a repair will not fix:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we work on in Patchole
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Places near Patchole
Also in Patchole
Questions from Patchole
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes. The colour is mixed on site to suit your bath, including older coloured suites.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit generally costs less than separate visits. Include pictures of each item.
When can you do it?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Do you cover the entire of Devon?
We work UK-wide, and that includes Patchole. Prices don’t change with location.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. You decide whether to go ahead.
How do I book?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we will do the rest.
Does someone need to be in?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Can tenants book a repair?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Signs you need bath repair in Patchole
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: a shampoo bottle, a shower head, a tile or a tool during a refit. On steel and cast iron baths, a chip that reaches the metal will start to rust.
You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:
- Damage beneath the taps
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
Before booking anyone
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How the colour is matched
- How to look after the finish
For landlords and businesses
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll arrange it.
Why repair rather than replace?
A new bath brings a chain of other jobs: tiles along the rim typically crack when it comes out, the panel may not fit the new one, and the plumbing has to be disconnected and refitted. Repairing the damage avoids all of that. Prices start from £95. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Patchole
- Everything repaired in place
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Colour-matched on site
- One price list for the entire UK
Take a look at our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. You will not pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- The material and finish
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How many areas need work
- Doing more than one item at once
Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Send pictures for a quote
Most quotes are done from photos alone. To help us price it:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Any details about the material
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
