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Bath chip & crack repair in Thorndon Cross, Devon
Damaged bath in Thorndon Cross? We put it right where it is, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
- Chips along the edge of the bath
Bath repair in Thorndon Cross, done in place
It pays to repair bath damage while it’s small. On steel and cast iron, exposed metal starts to rust, while cracks in acrylic grow each time the bath moves. A repair stops both. Our technicians work on acrylic, pressed steel enamel and roll-top & freestanding, and the jobs we see most are a chip where the taps sit and snagging damage from a refit.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Thorndon Cross and across Devon.
- Where
- Thorndon Cross (EX20)
- County
- Devon
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Signs you need bath repair in Thorndon Cross
A cracked acrylic bath normally wasn’t supported properly. Legs that are not adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the bath move until the acrylic gives way.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Chips on the rim or sides
- A chip where the taps sit
- Chips caused by builders
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
Before booking anyone
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- How your room will be protected
- How soon you can use it again
- How changes to the job are handled
Common questions in Thorndon Cross
Can you quote from pictures?
Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the photos can’t show what we need.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
In most cases. The old repair comes out first.
Will there be a smell?
Expect a mild smell while we are working.
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
Often, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a photo.
Will you leave a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we have finished.
What information do you need?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?
Usually, yes, if we can reach behind it. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.
Thorndon Cross and the surrounding area
Thorndon Cross is about 13 miles north of Tavistock, in Devon. Whether you’re in the middle of Thorndon Cross or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Thorndon Cross is one of 586 towns and villages in Devon where we work.
Postcode districts we cover here: EX20. Nearby, we also work in Sourton (2 miles south), Pool (3 miles south), Bridestowe (3 miles south), Folly Gate (3 miles north-east) and Northlew (4 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Tavistock (13 miles south), Holsworthy (13 miles north-west), Tiddy Brook Meadows (14 miles south), Hatherleigh (6 miles north), Horrabridge (15 miles south) and North Tawton (9 miles north-east).
Around Thorndon Cross
Thorndon Cross’s nearest station is Okehampton station, about 3.6 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Arthur Westlake Museum (3.6 miles east) and Okehampton Community Hospital (3.7 miles east). Not far away are Great Links Tor.
The process
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we’ll take it from there. The job generally runs to two to three hours for most chips.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- We clean, key and degrease the damage.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the day after.
How to prepare
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Make sure the area is dry
Getting a price
To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Advice
Landlord and trade work in Thorndon Cross
If you manage property in Thorndon Cross, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we will price them together.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.
What your bath is made of matters
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They don’t rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and cracks need support from behind to stay fixed.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, just like other baths.
What bath repair costs
Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:
- What kind of damage it is
- The colour and finish to match
- Access to the area
- How many areas need work
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 pictures and you will get a fixed figure.
Quotes from your pictures
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To make it quick:
- Where you are, by postcode
- One picture of the whole bath
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Any details about the material
Send us a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your EX20 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
Why repair rather than replace?
Think about the hidden costs of a new bath: taking out the old one, plumbing, tiling, a panel and redecorating. A repair is one job, done in one visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. 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.
Why book with us
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Fixed prices from your photos
See our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Aftercare tips
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts:
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Store metal items away from the bath
Treat the repaired area like the rest of the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath until it’s repaired. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.
Can I fix it myself?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. 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.
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