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Bath chip & crack repair in St Keverne, Cornwall
Bath repair across St Keverne and nearby, typically in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Rust by the waste and overflow
- Chips along the edge of the bath
Bath repair in St Keverne, done in place
Most of our bath repairs take a few hours, and you can usually bathe again the day after. You will not need a plumber or tiler, because nothing is disconnected. We regularly repair whirlpool & spa baths, cast iron enamel and roll-top & freestanding, and people most often call us about scratches you can feel with a fingernail and holes from dropped items.
You’re covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Where
- St Keverne (TR12)
- Region
- Cornwall
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
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, then guarantee it for a year.
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What we do, step by step
On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we will take it from there. The job generally runs to a morning or an afternoon, including clearing up.
- 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.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Ask for a price
There’s no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Related advice
Aftercare tips
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Ensure an acrylic bath is firm underfoot
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Deal with new chips early, before rust sets in.
Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. Left for months, a small chip can grow into a large rust patch, so early repair keeps the cost down.
Repairing versus replacing in St Keverne
People often assume a cracked or chipped bath has to come out. In most cases it does not: a proper repair gives it years more use, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.
Why choose Surface Doctor in St Keverne
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Colour-matched on site
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
Read our pricing or bath cost comparison.
What we are called out for in St Keverne
Rust generally starts where water sits, by the plughole, beneath dripping taps or in an unrepaired chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Impact holes in acrylic
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- Chips along the edge of the bath
Questions to ask before booking
- How the colour is matched
- What preparation is included
- How long it needs to cure
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
What a repair cannot fix
A repair is not right for every job, for example:
- 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
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
What bath repair costs
Repairs from £95. We price every job individually. What matters most is:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The material and finish
- How many areas need work
- How easy the damage is to reach
Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
How to get a fixed quote
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To make it quick:
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- What it’s made of, if you know
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
Common questions in St Keverne
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.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Mention it when you send photos.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.
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.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Cornwall.
Are there extra charges for St Keverne?
We don’t add a call-out fee. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
How do I get a price for bath repair in St Keverne?
Repairs from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You will get a fixed figure before you book.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we’ll ask for another photo.
St Keverne and nearby
St Keverne is about 7 miles south of Falmouth, in Cornwall. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. St Keverne is one of 644 places in Cornwall where we work.
Our visits in TR12 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. We regularly work on streets such as High Street, The Square and Monastery Close. Nearby, we also work in Laddenvean (1 mile north-west), Porthallow (1 mile north), Coverack (1 mile south), Tregidden (2 miles north-west) and Manaccan (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Truro (15 miles north), Falmouth (7 miles north), Camborne (15 miles north-west), Redruth (14 miles north-west), Helston (9 miles north-west) and Rosewarne (15 miles north-west).
Near you in St Keverne
In St Keverne, that means homes near The White Hart pub, Church of St Akeveranus and St Keverne Community Primary School and the streets around them. Green spaces nearby include Goonhilly Downs.
Repairs by material
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, with a fused enamel surface. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Chips rust quickly on steel, particularly by the plughole, so repair chips early.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
