Devon · England
Bath Repair for Poltimore homes
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Poltimore. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips on the rim or sides
- A hole punched through by something heavy
How we handle bath repair in Poltimore
A damaged bath doesn’t have to mean a new bathroom. We fill the damage, shape it to the curve of the bath and refinish it, mixing the colour on the day. Our technicians work on pressed steel enamel, roll-top & freestanding and whirlpool & spa baths, and the jobs we see most are damage done while the bathroom was being fitted and a chipped rim or side.
Every repair is covered by our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Devon.
- Location
- Poltimore (EX4)
- Area hub
- Devon
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:
- How many areas need work
- What the surface is made of
- How easy the damage is to reach
- How hard the colour is to match
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.
How to get a fixed quote
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Natural light rather than flash
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- One picture of the entire bath
There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Aftercare tips
Looking after the surface is easy:
- Cover the bath during DIY or decorating
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
Don’t leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, because they can mark the enamel. A dripping tap should be fixed early, too.
Small chips are quick to repair. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so early repair saves time and money.
Poltimore: your questions answered
Do the materials smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
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.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted.
Is there a call-out fee?
There is no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.
How long does the repair take to cure?
Normally by the following day, depending on the repair.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. If photos don’t show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
Will you leave a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
Can you redo an old repair?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Tell us about it when you send pictures.
For landlords and businesses
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Common problems we fix in Poltimore
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: a shampoo bottle, a shower head, a tile or a tool during a refit. On enamelled baths, a chip that reaches the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
Contact us if you’ve noticed any of these:
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
Questions to ask before booking
- How soon you can use it again
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- If travel is included in the price
What happens on the day
On the day, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take two to three hours for most chips. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.
- 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.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
How to get a price
Most clients in Poltimore get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
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Why repair rather than replace?
People often assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. Normally it doesn’t: a proper repair gives it years more use, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Why Poltimore customers choose us
- One visit for most repairs
- No extra charge for your area
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
Take a look at our prices page and bath cost comparison.
When a repair isn’t the answer
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Poltimore
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
Covering Poltimore
Poltimore is about 4 miles north-east of Exeter, in Devon. Whether you’re in the middle of Poltimore or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Our repair technicians cover 586 places in Devon.
Here we cover the EX4 postcode area. From Moor Lane and Hatchland Road or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. If you are just outside Poltimore, we cover Broadclyst (1 mile east), West Clyst (1 mile south), Pinhoe (2 miles south), Monkerton (2 miles south) and Rewe (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Exeter (4 miles south-west), Exmouth (10 miles south), Tiverton (10 miles north), Teignmouth (15 miles south), Sidmouth (11 miles south-east) and Honiton (12 miles east).
Around Poltimore
In Poltimore, that means homes near The Parish Church of St Mary, Clyst Vale Community College and The Red Lion Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Pinhoe station, roughly 1.9 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Heavitree Isolation Hospital (2.4 miles south) and Exeter City Football Club Museum (3.4 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Raddon Top.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
