Devon · England
Bath and surface repairs in EX9
Based in EX9? Our technicians cover Budleigh Salterton, Otterton and East Budleigh and the rest of the district, with everything repaired at your home.
Towns and villages in EX9
What we do in EX9
- Bath chip & crack repair
- Bath & shower resealing (mastic)
- Tile repair
- Non-slip bath & shower coating
- uPVC window & door repair
- Shower tray repair & resurfacing
- Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing
- Sink & basin repair
- Coloured suite to white
- All services
Send a photo and your postcode for a free, fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
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About bath repair in EX9
We repair just the damaged spot and colour-match it to the bath, which costs far less than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. You can usually use the bath the next day. We regularly repair whirlpool & spa baths, roll-top & freestanding and acrylic, and the jobs we see most are cracks in an acrylic bath and damage done while the bathroom was being fitted.
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a few hours, depending on the damage. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.
Prices in EX9
Prices start from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor
- No need to remove anything
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Normally one visit, start to finish
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
How to get a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and no obligation.
What’s near Budleigh Salterton
Our clients here include homes close to St Peter's Church of England Primary School, The Feathers pub and Church of St Peter and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Exmouth station, about 3.9 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Fairlynch Museum (less than half a mile south-east) and Budleigh Salterton Health and Wellbeing Hub (less than half a mile east). Green spaces nearby include High Peak and Aylesbeare Common RSPB reserve.
Can I fix it myself?
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
Signs you need bath repair
Glass and heavy bottles cause more chips than anything else, closely followed by shower heads. Taps and wastes cause problems too: water sits around them, and any chip there soon rusts.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- Chips under the taps
- Rusty patches near the plughole
- A hole punched through by something heavy
- A chipped rim or side
Landlord and trade work in EX9
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.
If you manage property in EX9, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send pictures for each address and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Repairs by material
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.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that is the part we put right.
When a repair isn’t the answer
We’d rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- A bath that moves underfoot, until its support is fixed
Your questions about bath repair in EX9
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Most of the time. Let us know what was used before.
Will the repair last?
Yes, if it’s prepared properly and the bath is sound. It carries our one-year guarantee.
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
What information do you need?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we will do the rest.
Do you cover EX9?
Yes, we do. Repair technicians travel to EX9 from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
