Cornwall · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Trenale, Cornwall
Problem with your bath in Trenale? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Snagging damage from a refit
What a repair can’t fix
We will not take on work that will not last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Cast iron enamel
How we handle bath repair in Trenale
A typical bath repair is a few hours’ work, and you can normally bathe again the following day. You will not need a plumber or tiler, because nothing is disconnected. We work on cast iron enamel, pressed steel enamel and whirlpool & spa baths, and the jobs we see most are an old repair that has yellowed or come loose and hairline or through cracks in acrylic.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before you book.
- Where
- Trenale (PL34)
- County
- Cornwall
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
Here’s how a visit generally runs: we arrive on time, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and tidy away. Plan for a few hours from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
- We leave it to cure; you can usually use the bath the following day.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
Ask for a price
If you’re in Trenale and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Advice
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. There is no area surcharge for Trenale. The price reflects:
- Access to the area
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Unusual colours or finishes
- The type of damage
A repair typically costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Quotes from your pictures
You can take the photos on your phone. Just ensure we can see:
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- One sharp close-up of the damage
Most customers in Trenale get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Landlord and trade work in Trenale
For anyone letting property in or around Trenale, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we will price them together.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Covering Trenale
Trenale is about 13 miles north of Bodmin, in Cornwall. Clients in Trenale get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Trenale is one of 644 places in Cornwall we cover.
Our visits in PL34 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. If you’re just outside Trenale, we cover Bossiney (1 mile north-west), Tintagel (1 mile west), Treknow (1 mile south-west), Trelake (1 mile south-west) and Delabole (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Bodmin (13 miles south), Bude (14 miles north-east), Wadebridge (11 miles south-west), Padstow (12 miles south-west), Flexbury (15 miles north-east) and Camelford (3 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Trenale
Our customers here include homes close to Tintagel Primary School and St Paul's Church and the streets around them. Nearby you will also find Museum of Witchcraft and Magic (2.7 miles north-east) and Tintagel Castle (1.4 miles north-west). Open spaces near Trenale include Condolden.
When to call us in Trenale
Baths take more knocks than people expect: everyday items get dropped into it all the time, and fittings press hard against the enamel. Sooner or later, most baths pick up a chip.
The things customers normally mention when they call are:
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Chips under the taps
- Chips on the rim or sides
What to look for in a quote
- What prep work is covered
- What aftercare is recommended
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
Can I fix it myself?
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, 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.
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.
Trenale: your questions answered
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, seal and fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Yes, we often do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Mention it when you send photos.
How do I get a price for bath repair in Trenale?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed price based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your PL34 postcode.
Is there a guarantee?
All our work carries our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?
Frequently, 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 picture.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Looking after it afterwards
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Store metal items away from the bath
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust can start.
Avoid standing in a cracked acrylic bath until it’s fixed. Each time it flexes, the crack grows, and water can get through to the floor below.
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