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Bath and surface repairs in TQ11
Bath, tray, sink and worktop repairs across TQ11, covering Buckfastleigh, Buckfast and Scorriton. Fixed prices from photos and a one-year guarantee.
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Repairs we offer in TQ11
- Non-slip bath & shower coating
- Coloured suite to white
- uPVC window & door repair
- Tile repair
- Worktop repair
- Bath chip & crack repair
- Bath & shower resealing (mastic)
- Wood & laminate floor repair
- Toilet & ceramic chip repair
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Send us photos of the damage with your postcode and we’ll reply with a fixed price, or call 0345 017 0787.
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Bath repair at your home in TQ11
A typical bath repair is a few hours’ work, and you can normally bathe again the following day. You won’t need a plumber or tiler, because the bath doesn’t move. We are often asked to fix chips on the rim or sides and deep scratches in acrylic, across whirlpool & spa baths, pressed steel enamel and roll-top & freestanding.
There’s not much you need to do on the day. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will get on with it. The job generally runs to a few hours, depending on the damage, including clearing up.
- 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.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of 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.
What you will pay
Our bath repair starts from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book.
Why choose Surface Doctor
- No need to remove anything
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Work done at your home or business
Get a quote
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Landmarks near Buckfastleigh
In Buckfastleigh, that means homes near The Watermans Arms, Buckfastleigh Primary School and St Luke's Church. A little further out are The Pengelly Museum (0.6 miles north-east) and Ashburton and Buckfastleigh Community Hospital (3.1 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Aish Tor.
DIY kit or professional repair?
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
How the damage happens
Rust usually starts where water sits, around the waste, under the taps or in an old chip. Once water reaches the steel or iron, rust spreads under the enamel.
Look out for any of the following:
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Holes from dropped items
- Chips under the taps
- Scratches you can feel with a fingernail
What bath repair costs
Repairs from £95. There is no area surcharge for TQ11. The price reflects:
- The material and finish
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The size and number of damaged areas
- What kind of damage it is
We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Send pictures for a quote
You can take the pictures on your phone. Ensure they show:
- The material, if you know it
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
To get a price, send a couple of photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Landlord and trade work in TQ11
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip.
Letting agents often send us photos straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
How to look after the repair
To keep it looking its best:
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
Do not leave razors, cans or hair grips in the bath, because they can mark the enamel. And fix dripping taps promptly.
If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath until it’s repaired. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.
Your questions about bath repair in TQ11
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Mention it when you send pictures.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Usually. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We look at the photos and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.
Will it make a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Is a bath repair permanent?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and it’s guaranteed for a year. Gentle cleaning helps.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
