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Bath chip & crack repair in Rinsey, Cornwall
Problem with your bath in Rinsey? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A chip where the taps sit
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
About our bath repair in Rinsey
A typical bath repair is a few hours’ work, and you can normally bathe again the following day. You won’t need a plumber or tiler, because the bath doesn’t move. Common call-outs are for scratches you can feel with a fingernail and a chipped rim or side, on roll-top & freestanding, cast iron enamel and pressed steel enamel.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Location
- Rinsey (TR13)
- Area hub
- Cornwall
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
For landlords and businesses
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Nearby places to Rinsey
Other services in Rinsey
The process
Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so there are no surprises. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. Allow a few hours, depending on the damage, and we’ll keep you posted as we go.
- We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- Once it has cured, usually by the next day, the bath is ready to use.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
Getting a price
If you’re in Rinsey and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Advice
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Unusual colours or finishes
We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Rinsey. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
How to get a fixed quote
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Something in shot to show the size
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- One picture of the entire bath
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. Usually it does not: a proper repair gives it years more use, and costs far less than the disruption of a replacement. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You will see the full price before booking, with no extras added later.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Rinsey
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Fixed prices from your photos
- No extra charge for your area
Read our full price list or bath cost comparison.
Rinsey: your questions answered
How long does the repair take to cure?
Normally within a day, depending on the repair.
What areas do you cover?
All of Cornwall, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
Can you match an avocado or pink bath?
Yes. The colour is mixed on site to suit your bath, including pastel and older colours.
Is a bath repair permanent?
It should, as long as the bath is firm and the area was prepared well. It’s covered by our one-year guarantee.
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Do you work in Rinsey?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and travel to Rinsey and the rest of Cornwall. Send pictures and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You do not need to watch us work.
Is the work guaranteed?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
Common problems we fix in Rinsey
Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tools, tiles and fittings get dropped into the bath, frequently before anyone notices. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.
Contact us if you’ve noticed:
- A chip where the taps sit
- Impact holes in acrylic
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- A chipped rim or side
Comparing quotes
- What happens if they find more damage
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Who will actually do the work
- When it can be used again
About Rinsey
Rinsey is about 4 miles west of Helston, in Cornwall. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. Rinsey is one of 644 places in Cornwall where we work.
Our visits in TR13 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Close by, we cover Hendra (1 mile north-west), Rinsey Croft (1 mile north-east), Pengersick (1 mile north-west), Praa Sands (1 mile north-west) and Ashton (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Falmouth (13 miles east), Camborne (9 miles north), Redruth (11 miles north-east), Penzance (8 miles west), Helston (4 miles east) and Hayle (7 miles north).
Around Rinsey
In Rinsey, that means homes near Lion and Lamb pub and The Annunciation. Further afield, we also cover the area around The Shipwreck Centre (2.3 miles south-east) and Acton Castle (2.7 miles west). Green spaces nearby include The Loe and Tregonning Hill.
When a repair is not the answer
We won’t take on work that will not last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Rinsey
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
DIY kit or professional repair?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
