Bath plug replacement in Exeter
Professional bath plug replacement services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
10-15 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Bath plug worn out or not sealing? New one fitted in minutes - right size, holds water properly, looks smart. Chain sorted too if needed.
Stop Wasting Water
Your bath slowly drains even with the plug in. What should be a nice relaxing soak turns into constant topping up with hot water because the level keeps dropping.
Or the plug rubber is perished and grotty - works-ish but looks terrible and you know it's on its last legs.
New plug fitted in ten minutes. Seals properly, looks clean, job sorted.
💡 Pro tip: If water's draining slowly, sometimes it's not the plug - it's muck in the overflow. But usually it's a knackered plug seal.
When Plugs Need Replacing
| ✅ Good Plug | ❌ Failed Plug |
|---|---|
| Seals perfectly, holds water | Slow leak, bath drains |
| Rubber flexible and clean | Perished, hard, cracked rubber |
| Chain attached securely | Chain snapped or missing |
| Looks smart | Grotty, stained, old |
What I'll Do
🔧 Replacement Process
- Remove old plug (and chain if needed)
- Clean plug hole while it's accessible
- Fit new plug with fresh rubber seal
- Attach to existing chain or fit new one
- Test seal - fill bath a bit, check it holds
📦 What You Get
- New plug, right size for your bath
- Fresh rubber seal that actually seals
- Chain sorted (existing or new)
- Clean finish matching your bathroom
Pricing
| Service | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Plug replacement | 10-15 mins | £60 |
| Plug and chain | 10-15 mins | £60 |
£60 minimum. Standard chrome plug included - unusual finishes might cost a bit extra.
Why Replace It?
⚠️ Water waste - topping up costs money
⚠️ Annoying - can't enjoy a proper bath
⚠️ Gets worse - seal only degrades more
✅ Quick cheap fix - sorted in 10 minutes
Why Choose Us for Bath plug replacement in Exeter?
Holds water properly again
Right size plug fitted
Matches your bathroom finish
Chain included if needed
What to Expect
Step 1: Remove Old Plug
Take out the old plug (usually just pulls out). Check size and type needed.
Step 2: Clean & Fit
Give the plug hole a quick clean while it's accessible. Fit new plug with fresh seal.
Step 3: Test Seal
Run some water, let it sit - should hold perfectly. No slow drain, clean finish.
🔧 DIY Tips
This is genuinely one of the easier bathroom DIY jobs:
🔧 What you'll need
- New bath plug (buy from hardware shop - measure old one)
- Maybe new chain if existing is damaged
- Cloth for cleaning
🔍 Buying the right plug
- Measure your existing plug diameter
- Most baths are standard 40mm (1.5") but check
- Note the finish (chrome, brass, etc.)
- Check if you need chain attachment
- Costs a few quid at most
🛠️ Fitting it
- Pull out old plug
- Clean around plug hole (you'll see why!)
- Push new plug in firmly
- Attach to chain if you have one
- Test by running water and checking seal
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Buying wrong size (measure first!)
- Not cleaning plug hole (it's always manky)
- Wrong finish - looks odd against your taps
- Not testing seal before leaving shop's returns period
💡 Pro trick: Before fitting new plug, pour a kettle of boiling water down the plughole. Clears any soap scum buildup and you start with a clean surface for the new seal.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
Pop-up waste? Some modern baths have pop-up mechanisms instead of plug and chain. If that's broken, it's more involved than a simple plug swap - I'll assess and advise.
Unusual size bath? Old baths sometimes have non-standard plug sizes. If I don't have the right size, I'll measure and source it, then come back to fit.
While I'm there... Dripping tap? Shower head needs replacing? Toilet cistern playing up? Lump the bathroom jobs together - much more efficient.
Overflow blocked? If your bath drains slowly even with plug out, overflow might be partially blocked. I can check while I'm sorting the plug.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why won't my bath plug hold water?
Usually the rubber seal has perished - they degrade over time from constant hot water and products. Sometimes it's just muck around the seal, but often it needs replacing. Cheap fix.
Can you match my existing plug?
I'll bring a selection of standard sizes in chrome. If you've got an unusual size or want brass/other finish, best to buy the specific one you want and I'll fit it.
Do I need a new chain too?
Not necessarily - if your chain is fine, I can attach the new plug to it. But if chain's rusty or wrong length, worth replacing both together while I'm there.
What if I have a pop-up waste instead?
That's a different mechanism - more involved than a simple plug. I can assess and fix it, but it's not a quick 10-minute job. I'll let you know what's needed.
How long does a new plug last?
Decent quality plug should give you several years. The rubber seal is the weak point - hot water and chemicals gradually degrade it. When it stops sealing, time for another one.
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