Cornwall · England
Bath Repair in Tywardreath
Our technicians come to Tywardreath for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Holes from dropped items
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
Bath repair in Tywardreath without replacing anything
Chips, cracks, rust spots and small holes can be repaired with the bath left exactly where it is. Nothing is unplumbed, your tiles stay as they are, and the repaired area is colour-matched so it blends in. If you’re dealing with chips along the edge of the bath and scuffs and scratches in the surface, we can normally put it right, whatever the material.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before you book.
- Area
- Tywardreath (PL24)
- County
- Cornwall
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
When a repair isn’t the answer
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we work on in Tywardreath
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
Our work in Tywardreath
Tywardreath is about 4 miles east of St Austell, in Cornwall. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Tywardreath is one of 644 places in Cornwall where we work.
Our repair technicians cover all of PL24 and the streets around it. Jobs here include addresses on Church Street, North Street and Fore Street. Nearby, we also work in Polmear (1 mile south), Lescrow (2 miles south-east), Golant (2 miles east), Fowey (3 miles south-east) and Bodinnick (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include St Austell (4 miles west), Bodmin (8 miles north), Liskeard (12 miles north-east), Sandy Bottom (3 miles west), Addington (13 miles north-east) and Bethel (3 miles west).
Around Tywardreath
Our clients here include homes close to Church of St Andrew, The Royal Inn and Tywardreath School. Tywardreath’s nearest station is Par station, about 0.5 miles west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around St Winnow Barton Farm Museum (2.6 miles north-east) and St Catherine's Castle (3 miles south-east). Not far away are Red Moor nature reserve and Helman Tor.
What bath repair costs
Prices start from £95. We give every job a fixed quote from photos. These are the things that affect it:
- How much damage there is
- Doing more than one item at once
- The material and finish
- The colour and finish to match
A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
How to get a fixed price
Before you send pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:
- Any details about the material
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- One picture of the whole bath
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed quote without visiting.
What happens on the day
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a morning or an afternoon. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- We match both the colour and the shine.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the following day.
Before we arrive
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Ask for a price
Most customers in Tywardreath get their price from photos. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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What your bath is made of matters
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
For landlords and businesses
Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Keeping it looking good
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Put a towel in the bath if you’re working above it
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and avoid dropping heavy items on the repaired area. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust can start.
A small chip is a quick job. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
Can I fix it myself?
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.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
Questions from Tywardreath
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit typically costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
How long before I can use the bath?
Normally by the following day, though it depends on what we’ve done.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes, we do this frequently. We strip it out, deal with any rust and repair it again.
Do the materials smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the materials cure.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Are there extra charges for Tywardreath?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
How do I book?
Photos of the damage, a picture of the whole bath and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.
More services for Tywardreath
Repair or replace in Tywardreath?
When the bath is otherwise sound, repairing beats replacing. It’s quicker, cheaper and far less disruptive, and you keep the bath you chose. Where the entire surface is tired, we may suggest re-enamelling instead. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Compared with replacing, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Tywardreath
- A fixed quote before booking
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Everything repaired in place
- Typically one visit, start to finish
Take a look at our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
