Devon · England
Bath chip & crack repair in West Clyst, Devon
Local bath repair for West Clyst: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped rim or side
- Chips caused by builders
Bath repair at your home in West Clyst
A repair fixes just the damaged area and blends it into the rest of the bath, which is far cheaper than replacing a fitted bath. Most baths can be used again the next day. We work on acrylic, roll-top & freestanding and whirlpool & spa baths, and common reasons people contact us are rusty patches near the plughole and damage done while the bathroom was being fitted.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re not left on your own once we have gone.
- Where
- West Clyst (EX1)
- Region
- Devon
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
We turn up when we said we would, introduces themselves and checks the damage against your photos first. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before any work starts. The work itself takes a morning or an afternoon, and we leave the room as we found it.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- We fill it, let it set, then sand it flush.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Ask for a price
Upload a photo of the damage and one of the whole item, with your EX1 postcode, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Advice
Keeping it looking good
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Do not scrub with anything abrasive
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
Care for the repair the same way as the bath: a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs. Avoid scourers and gritty cream cleaners.
A chip on a metal bath shouldn’t be left. Once water reaches the metal, rust begins, and a rust spot is a bigger repair than a clean chip.
When a repair is not the answer
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
Should you replace it?
Replacing a fitted bath normally involves a plumber, lifting out the old bath, making good the tiles and panel and disposing of the old one. A repair deals only with the damage in a single visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send photos and you will get a fixed figure.
Why us?
- One price list for the entire UK
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Nothing taken out or refitted
Take a look at our prices page and bath cost comparison.
DIY kit or professional repair?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Towns and villages near West Clyst
More services for West Clyst
Our work in West Clyst
West Clyst is about 3 miles north-east of Exeter, in Devon. From the centre of West Clyst to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. West Clyst is one of 586 towns and villages in Devon we cover.
Our visits in EX1 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether you live on Parkside Road, Parkside Crescent and Vickery Close or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. If you are just outside West Clyst, we cover Pinhoe (1 mile south), Monkerton (1 mile south), Clyst Honiton (1 mile south-east), Poltimore (1 mile north) and Broadclyst (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Exeter (3 miles south-west), Exmouth (9 miles south), Tiverton (11 miles north), Teignmouth (14 miles south), Sidmouth (11 miles east) and Honiton (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in West Clyst
In West Clyst, that means homes near Clyst Vale Community College, St Luke's Science and Sports College and The Hall Church. Other local landmarks include Poltimore Arms (0.6 miles south-west) and Pinhoe Church of England Primary School (0.7 miles south-west). The nearest railway station is Pinhoe station, about 0.8 miles south. Nearby you will also find Exeter City Football Club Museum (2.8 miles south-west) and Heavitree Isolation Hospital (1.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Bowling Green Marsh RSPB reserve.
West Clyst questions
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders in West Clyst.
Will the repair last?
Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It carries our one-year guarantee.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
Typically. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, we frequently do. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
Do you cover the entire of Devon?
We cover the entire UK, including West Clyst and the rest of Devon. Send your postcode with your photos and we will confirm dates.
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Repairs by material
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, so it’s always worth repairing.
Work for landlords and builders
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Common problems we fix in West Clyst
Most bath damage comes from something dropped: a shampoo bottle, a shower head, a tile or a tool during a refit. On steel and cast iron baths, a chip that reaches the metal lets water in, and rust follows.
The things customers typically mention when they call include:
- Rust spots around the plughole
- Snagging damage from a refit
- A cracked acrylic bath
- Chips on the rim or sides
Questions to ask before booking
- Who turns up on the day
- When it can be used again
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How to look after the finish
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
