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Bath Repair in Widemouth Bay
Our technicians come to Widemouth Bay for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
Bath repair in Widemouth Bay, done in place
Bath repair is our most common job. Chips on the rim, rust around the waste and cracks in acrylic are all fixed without removing the bath, usually in a single visit. Whether it’s a kit repair that didn’t last and a cracked acrylic bath, we can generally put it right, on whirlpool & spa baths, pressed steel enamel and cast iron enamel alike.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Area
- Widemouth Bay (EX23)
- Region
- Cornwall
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price bath repair
Prices start from £95. Prices are worked out job by job. What matters most is:
- The colour and finish to match
- Doing more than one item at once
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The material and finish
Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Send photos for a quote
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To make it quick:
- Details of any past repairs
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
For a price in Widemouth Bay, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Common problems we fix in Widemouth Bay
A cracked acrylic bath normally wasn’t supported properly. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the base flex until the acrylic gives way.
Send us a photo if you notice any of these:
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- Snagging damage from a refit
- A chipped rim or side
- Deep scratches in acrylic
Before you book anyone
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How the room is protected while they work
- What aftercare is recommended
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Can I fix it myself?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Where we work around Widemouth Bay
Widemouth Bay is about 22 miles south-west of Bideford, in Cornwall. We travel to homes and businesses in Widemouth Bay and nearby villages, so you don’t need to take anything anywhere. Our technicians cover all 644 towns and villages across Cornwall.
Jobs in EX23 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. From Longpark Drive, Madeira Drive and Atlantic Close or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. If you are just outside Widemouth Bay, we cover Box's Shop (1 mile south-east), Hele (1 mile north-east), Upton (2 miles north), Marhamchurch (2 miles north-east) and Lynstone (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Launceston (14 miles south-east), Bude (3 miles north), Newport (13 miles south-east), Flexbury (3 miles north), Camelford (13 miles south-west) and Stratton (3 miles north-east).
Around Widemouth Bay
Typical jobs here are in homes near Our Lady and St Anne's Church and Budehaven Community School and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Militaria Museum (2.5 miles north) and Week Orchard (2.4 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Maer Lake.
What we do, step by step
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, then carry out the work, which usually takes two to three hours for most chips. If anything looks different from your pictures, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Ensure the area is dry
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Getting a price
Email us photos of the damage and one of the entire item, with your EX23 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
Related advice
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour-matched, just like other baths.
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.
Repair or replace in Widemouth Bay?
Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: getting one out, particularly from an upstairs bathroom, is a big job, and replacing like for like isn’t cheap. Repairing it leaves it where it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Widemouth Bay
- We leave the room as we found it
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
Read our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Widemouth Bay
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
FAQs for Widemouth Bay
What do you need from me?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we’ll do the rest.
Will the repair last?
A properly prepared repair should last a long time, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps.
Is a holed acrylic bath repairable?
In most cases. Send us a picture of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes, very often. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.
I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?
Regularly. The old material comes out, any rust is treated, then we repair it properly.
Can you match an avocado or pink bath?
Yes, we match coloured baths too. The colour is tinted by hand on the day.
Which areas do you work in?
All of Cornwall, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.
Are there extra charges for Widemouth Bay?
We don’t add a call-out fee. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
How to look after the repair
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Don’t scrub with anything abrasive
- Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
- Fix dripping taps early to stop staining and limescale
- Rinse the bath after use, especially in hard water areas
Leave the repair to cure for as long as we say before using the bath. After that, gentle cleaning keeps it looking good.
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.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
