Devon · England
Bath Repair in Powderham
Bath repair for Powderham, without a refit. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Impact holes in acrylic
How we handle bath repair in Powderham
We have repaired just about every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. All of it is repaired where the bath stands. Our technicians work on cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and roll-top & freestanding, and people most often call us about impact holes in acrylic and cracks in an acrylic bath.
Every repair is covered by a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Powderham (EX6)
- County
- Devon
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What we can’t put right
It helps to know what we can’t do too:
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Powderham
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
Other services in Powderham
Landlords, agents and businesses in Powderham
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access.
Where we work around Powderham
Powderham is about 3 miles north-west of Exmouth, in Devon. Book a date that suits you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so there’s no waiting around. Powderham is one of 586 places in Devon where we work.
All of EX6 is covered. Neighbouring places we cover include Kenton (1 mile south-west), Lympstone (1 mile east), Exton (2 miles north-east), Starcross (2 miles south) and Cockwood (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Exeter (6 miles north-west), Exmouth (3 miles south-east), Newton Abbot (11 miles south-west), Teignmouth (7 miles south), Sidmouth (10 miles east) and Honiton (15 miles north-east).
What’s near Powderham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Church of St Clement, Dolphin Inn and Kenton Primary School. For rail, the closest station is Lympstone Village station, roughly 1.2 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Darts Farm (2.6 miles north) and Powderham Castle (under half a mile south). The countryside around Powderham includes Haldon Hill and Bowling Green Marsh RSPB reserve.
What happens on the day
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can stay at home while we’re there. Protection goes down first, then the work takes two to three hours for most chips. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Ensure the area is dry
Getting a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
Advice
Different materials, different repairs
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Chips rust quickly on steel, especially around the waste, so repair chips early.
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They don’t rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:
- The colour and finish to match
- The material
- Doing more than one item at once
- Access to the area
It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Quotes from your pictures
Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Something in shot to show the size
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
Email us a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Powderham, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
What we’re called out for in Powderham
A bath gets knocked about more than you’d think: everyday items get dropped into it all the time, and fittings press hard against the enamel. Over time, chips and rust spots are almost inevitable.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- Rust spots around the plughole
- A cracked acrylic bath
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Chips along the edge of the bath
Before booking anyone
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- How soon you can use it again
- Who will actually do the work
- If travel is included in the price
Aftercare tips
How the surface is treated afterwards matters. Here’s what we suggest:
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
Look after the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Keep scouring pads and gritty cleaners away from it.
Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. 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.
Repair or replace in Powderham?
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 the bathroom stays as it is. Where the entire surface is tired, we may suggest re-enamelling instead. Our bath repair starts from £95. Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Powderham
- Work done at your home or business
- We leave the room as we found it
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Fixed prices from your pictures
See our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
FAQs for Powderham
What do you need from me?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.
Are you accredited?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?
Often, if there’s access underneath. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Can you price it without visiting?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures cannot show what we need.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Can you match an avocado or pink bath?
Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including pastel and older colours.
Can you fix rust around the plughole?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
