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Bath Repair in West Down

Damaged bath in West Down? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Holes from dropped items
  • A chipped rim or side
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath repair in West Down

DIY repairs versus a professional job

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

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, a professional repair is worth it.

Bath repair in West Down without replacing anything

Small damage on a bath is worth repairing early. Exposed metal on enamelled baths soon rusts, while cracks in acrylic grow each time the bath moves. Repairing it stops the damage getting worse. Whether it’s a chip where the taps sit and chips caused by builders, we can help.

All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee.

Location
West Down (EX34)
Area hub
Devon
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: a damaged acrylic bath corner repaired in place

For landlords and businesses

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, pictures and access details and we’ll handle the rest.

When we’d advise against a repair

In fairness, some problems need a different fix:

  • Wear across the entire surface, which needs re-enamelling
  • Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
  • Acrylic cracks with no access behind them

If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.

Surfaces we repair

  • Whirlpool & spa baths
  • Cast iron enamel
  • Acrylic
  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Roll-top & freestanding

Common problems we fix in West Down

Acrylic baths that crack nearly always have a support problem. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the base flex.

Customers usually contact us about:

  • Chips on the rim or sides
  • Holes from dropped items
  • A chip where the taps sit
  • Rusty patches near the plughole

What your quote should include

  • Aftercare advice
  • What prep work is covered
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • When it can be used again

How to compare quotes

About West Down

West Down is about 7 miles north-west of Barnstaple, in Devon. Jobs in West Down are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your pictures, then a visit to do the work. West Down is one of 586 places in Devon where we work.

Postcode districts we cover here: EX34. That includes homes on Ilfracombe Road, Lower Broad Park and Dean Lane. Other places close to West Down include Bradwell (1 mile west), Trimstone (1 mile north-west), Middle Winsham (2 miles south-west), North Buckland (2 miles south-west) and Nethercott (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Barnstaple (7 miles south-east), Bideford (11 miles south), Ilfracombe (3 miles north), Braunton (4 miles south-west), Newport (7 miles south-east) and Roundswell (7 miles south).

Near you in West Down

Around West Down, we work in homes near West Down School, Church of St Calixtus and Crown Inn, among other places. Further afield, we also cover the area around Braunton and District Museum (3.9 miles south-west) and Watermouth Castle (4.1 miles north-east). The countryside around West Down includes Chapel wood.

Map of West Down © OpenStreetMap contributors

Aftercare tips

A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:

  • Rinse it down after each bath
  • Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
  • Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
  • Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners

Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Deal with new chips early, before rust can start.

Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, to keep water out. Take it off before we arrive.

What happens on the day

We turn up at the time we agreed with you, introduces themselves and looks over the damage before anything else. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before any work starts. Most visits take a morning or an afternoon, and the room is left clean and tidy.

  1. Dust sheets and masking go down around the bath.
  2. We clean, key and degrease the damage, and any rust is treated.
  3. Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
  4. Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
  5. We clear up and give you the curing time, normally until the following day.

Preparing for the visit

  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
  • Open a window if you can

Getting a price

There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.

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West Down questions

Will you leave a mess?

Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.

How much does bath repair cost in West Down?

Repairs from £95. We give a fixed price based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up and a picture of the whole item with your EX34 postcode.

Do you repair coloured baths?

Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including older coloured suites.

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 pictures.

Does someone need to be in?

We need someone to let us in. You don’t need to watch us work.

Will the repair show?

The goal is a repair that blends in. The rest of the bath’s condition makes a difference, and we’ll tell you what to expect.

Can you fix rust around the plughole?

Yes. We remove the rust and loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.

Will the price change on the day?

We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

What affects the price in West Down

Prices start from £95. We price every job individually, from your pictures. The main factors are:

  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • The material
  • Unusual colours or finishes

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.

How to get a fixed price

When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • One picture of the entire bath

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, include your postcode and send them to us. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

Different materials, different repairs

Composite and resin

Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, in much the same way.

Pressed steel

Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Exposed steel rusts fast, particularly by the plughole, so repair chips early.

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