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Bath Repair for Porthgwidden homes
Fixed-price bath repair in Porthgwidden and the surrounding area, typically in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage beneath the taps
- A kit repair that didn’t last
Repairing versus replacing in Porthgwidden
If the rest of the bath is in good condition, a repair is almost always the better choice. It costs less, takes less time and causes far less upheaval, and you keep the bath you chose. If the entire surface is worn, re-enamelling may make more sense, and we will tell you. Our bath repair starts from £95. Compared with replacing, repairing typically costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
What you get with us
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Work done at your home or business
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
See our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Bath repair at your home in Porthgwidden
A damaged bath does not have to mean a new bathroom. Our repair technicians fill, shape and refinish the damage, with the colour mixed on site so the repair is hard to spot. We work on cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and roll-top & freestanding, and people most often call us about chips on the rim or sides and hairline or through cracks in acrylic.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Location
- Porthgwidden (TR3)
- Area hub
- Cornwall
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
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How the visit works
Your technician turns up at the time we agreed with you and looks over the damage before anything else. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before any work starts. The work itself takes a few hours, and the room is left clean and tidy.
- First, we check the damage against your pictures and agree the plan.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Make sure the area is dry
Ask for a price
For a price in Porthgwidden, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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DIY repairs versus a professional job
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
Landlord and trade work in Porthgwidden
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Porthgwidden use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Cornwall and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
FAQs for Porthgwidden
How do I book?
Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Is there any odour?
Expect a mild smell while we are working.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes, it’s one of the most common repairs we do. The rust is cut back to clean metal and sealed before we fill and finish it.
Will the price change on the day?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
Do you cover Porthgwidden?
We do. We send a technician to Porthgwidden for every job, with no extra charge for travel.
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Signs you need bath repair in Porthgwidden
Rust normally starts where water sits, by the plughole, beneath dripping taps or in an unrepaired chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Holes from dropped items
What your quote should include
- What preparation is included
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- When it can be used again
What affects the price in Porthgwidden
Prices start from £95. There is no charge for travel to Porthgwidden. The price depends on:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How much damage there is
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
We do not add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
How to get a fixed price
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Details of any past repairs
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Porthgwidden and nearby
Porthgwidden is about 3 miles north-east of Penryn, in Cornwall. We travel to homes and businesses in Porthgwidden and the surrounding area, so there’s no workshop to go to. We cover all 644 towns and villages in Cornwall, from the larger towns to small villages.
Our visits in TR3 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Dozmere, La Vague and Elm Grove or a nearby road, we can come to you. We also cover the places around Porthgwidden: Feock (1 mile north), Trolver Croft (1 mile north-west), Trelissick (1 mile north-east), Come-to-Good (1 mile north-west) and Penelewey (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Truro (4 miles north), Newquay (14 miles north), Falmouth (4 miles south), St Austell (15 miles north-east), Camborne (11 miles west) and Redruth (8 miles west).
Around Porthgwidden
We visit homes around St Feock's Church, among other places. The closest station to Porthgwidden is Perranwell station, about 2.7 miles west. Further afield, we also cover the area around Penryn Museum (3.2 miles south-west) and St Mawes Castle (3.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Porthgwidden includes Daubuz Moors.
Repairs by material
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, finished with fired enamel. 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 can be filled and colour-matched, just like other baths.
Aftercare tips
Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
In the first few days, avoid putting weight or bottles on the repair. After that, normal gentle cleaning is fine without abrasive products.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. A chip the size of a fingernail can become a much larger patch if it’s left for months, so early repair keeps the cost down.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
