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Bath chip & crack repair in Starcross, Devon
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths at your home in Starcross, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips caused by builders
- A chipped rim or side
Bath repair in Starcross without replacing anything
Whether your bath is steel, cast iron or acrylic, we can repair it. The method changes with the material: rust is treated on metal baths, while cracks in acrylic are reinforced from underneath. Whether it’s a chipped rim or side and a cracked acrylic bath, we can usually put it right, whatever the material.
All our work comes with a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Starcross (EX6)
- Area hub
- Devon
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What we do, step by step
From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. We mask off everything nearby, the work takes a morning or an afternoon, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- We start by cleaning the damage and taking out loose enamel and rust.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- 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.
- We leave it to cure; you can typically use the bath the day after.
Before we arrive
- Clear the area around the damage
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
How to get a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed price.
Related advice
Other services in Starcross
Different materials, different repairs
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.
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Your questions about bath repair in Starcross
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes, we do this frequently. We strip it out, deal with any rust and repair it again.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Will the repair last?
Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It’s covered by our one-year guarantee.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Usually, yes. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send pictures.
What happens after I send pictures?
We review the photos and send a fixed quote with dates.
How invisible is a bath repair?
On a glossy bath, you’ll struggle to find it. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
When we’d advise against a repair
Some jobs are not right for a repair, for example:
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Cast iron enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. There’s no area surcharge for Starcross. What changes the price is:
- How hard the colour is to match
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Doing more than one item at once
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.
Send pictures for a quote
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- What it’s made of, if you know
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
Our work in Starcross
Starcross is about 2 miles west of Exmouth, in Devon. Whether you’re in the middle of Starcross or on the outskirts, the service is the same: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We work in 586 places across Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.
Our repair technicians cover all of EX6. That includes homes on Church Street, Courtenay Terrace and Western Drive. We also cover the places around Starcross: Cockwood (1 mile south), Cofton (1 mile south-west), Kenton (1 mile north-west), Powderham (2 miles north) and Lympstone (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Exeter (7 miles north-west), Newton Abbot (10 miles south-west), Teignmouth (6 miles south-west), Sidmouth (10 miles north-east), Kingsteignton (8 miles south-west) and Dawlish (3 miles south).
Around Starcross
In Starcross, that means homes near Galleon Inn, Church of Saint Paul and Starcross Primary School, among other places. Starcross has its own railway station: Starcross station. Well-known places in the area include Powderham Castle (1.3 miles north) and Budleigh Salterton Health and Wellbeing Hub (5.7 miles east). Not far away are Bowling Green Marsh RSPB reserve.
Work for landlords and builders
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
DIY kit or professional repair?
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
Repairing versus replacing in Starcross
Many people think a damaged bath means a new one. In most cases it doesn’t: a repair keeps the bath in service for years, without the cost and upheaval of replacing it. Prices start from £95. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Starcross. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why book with us
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
Take a look at our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Common problems we fix in Starcross
Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tools, tiles and fittings get dropped into the bath, often before anyone notices. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.
Clients generally contact us about:
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- A chip where the taps sit
- Cracks in an acrylic bath
- Snagging damage from a refit
Questions to ask before you book
- What aftercare is recommended
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- How long it needs to cure
- How the room is protected while they work
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
