Cornwall · England
Bath Repair in Trevowah
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homes and businesses in Trevowah and across Cornwall. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.
- Repairs from £95
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
Should you replace it?
People frequently 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. Our bath repair starts from £95. The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before you book.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Trevowah
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Usually one visit, start to finish
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Take a look at our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
About our bath repair in Trevowah
A typical bath repair is a few hours’ work, and the bath is back in use the day after. There’s no need to book a plumber or tiler, because the bath doesn’t move. Common call-outs are for hairline or through cracks in acrylic and snagging damage from a refit, in acrylic, cast iron enamel and pressed steel enamel.
Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Trevowah (TR8)
- County
- Cornwall
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How to look after the repair
It’s all simple stuff, just a few sensible habits:
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
- Have new chips seen to early
- Don’t leave razors or cans standing in the bath
- Put a towel in the bath if you are working above it
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, because they can mark the enamel. And fix dripping taps promptly.
Small chips are quick to repair. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so early repair saves time and money.
What a repair can’t fix
A repair isn’t right for every job, for example:
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- A whole bath that’s dull or worn, where a full re-enamel is the better fix
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
The process
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and get going once we’ve agreed what we’re doing. It normally takes a morning or an afternoon, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- The repair is left to cure, and most baths can be used the day after.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Let us know about parking or access
How to get 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 will reply with a fixed quote.
Related advice
Different materials, different repairs
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that’s the part we put right.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Chips rust quickly on steel, especially around the waste, so early repairs matter.
About Trevowah
Trevowah is about 2 miles south-west of Newquay, in Cornwall. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Trevowah is one of 644 places in Cornwall we cover.
Our visits in TR8 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Green Lane, Halwyn Road and Gustory Road, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Trevowah: Cubert (1 mile south), Holywell (1 mile south-west), Reen Manor (4 miles south), Goonhavern (4 miles south) and Perranporth (4 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Truro (10 miles south), St Austell (15 miles east), Camborne (15 miles south-west), Redruth (12 miles south-west), Rosewarne (15 miles south-west) and Sandy Bottom (15 miles east).
Around Trevowah
In Trevowah, that means homes near Cubert School and St Carantoc's Church and the streets around them. The closest station to Trevowah is Newquay station, roughly 2 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Newquay Community Hospital (1.8 miles north-east) and Gallery Of Old Newquay (1.5 miles north-east).
When to call us in Trevowah
Many chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted. Tradespeople drop tools and tiles into the bath, and the damage is not always spotted until later. We repair snagging damage like this regularly.
Look out for any of the following:
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- Chips under the taps
- A chipped rim or side
Comparing quotes
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- When it can be used again
- What protection goes down before work starts
Also near Trevowah
More services for Trevowah
Work for landlords and builders
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Trevowah use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
If you manage property in Trevowah, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send photos for each address and we’ll price them together.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
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.
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
Questions from Trevowah
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
How quickly can you book me in?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Do you work in Trevowah?
We do. We send a technician to Trevowah for every job, with no extra charge for travel.
Do the materials smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work that clears as it cures.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Typically, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
How long before I can use the bath?
Normally by the following day, depending on the repair.
Can you price it without visiting?
In nearly every case. If pictures do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.
Will you leave a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
