Bath plug repair in Teignmouth
Looking for professional bath plug repair help in Teignmouth? Hembury Contracting provides reliable small jobs services across Teignmouth and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
20-30 mins
Location
Teignmouth
Bath plug mechanism repaired so your bath actually holds water properly. No more shallow baths or having to buy rubber plugs from Wilko every six months.
### The Bath That Won't Hold Water
You run a bath. It starts draining. **You end up with 4 inches of lukewarm water** and have to use it before it gets cold. The pop-up plug mechanism hasn't worked properly for months, so you've been using an old rubber plug from under the sink.
But rubber plugs never quite seal properly. And you lose them. And they look rubbish.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Most bath plug mechanisms fail because of hair and gunk buildup in the linkage, not because they're fundamentally broken. A clean and adjustment often fixes them completely.
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### Types Of Bath Plug Mechanisms
**🔘 Pop-Up Waste** The type where you push the plug down to close, push again to open. Simple, but the plastic components can wear out.
**🔗 Cable/Lever Operated** Knob or lever on the overflow that pulls a cable to raise/lower the plug. Can get clogged or the cable can snap.
**⚙️ Push-Button** Button on overflow operates the plug. Looks modern, but the mechanism can stick.
**🪢 Traditional Chain & Plug** Old school. Never breaks. Never looks posh.
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### Common Problems & Fixes
| Problem | Likely Cause | Fix | |---------|--------------|-----| | **Won't close** | Linkage disconnected or clogged | Clean and reconnect mechanism | | **Won't open** | Hair wrapped around mechanism | Remove and clean linkage | | **Closes but leaks** | Worn rubber seal | Replace plug seal | | **Stuck halfway** | Plastic linkage broken | Replace linkage parts | | **Complete failure** | Mechanism shot | New waste assembly |
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### What I'll Do
**🔧 Diagnosis**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Test** | See exactly what's not working | | **Access** | Remove bath panel if needed | | **Inspect** | Check mechanism components | | **Fix or Replace** | Repair if possible, replace if necessary | | **Test** | Fill bath to confirm it holds water |
**🔩 Common Fixes** - Clean hair and gunk from linkage - Reattach disconnected cables - Replace worn rubber seals - Fit new plastic linkage components - Replace entire waste if beyond repair
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### Pricing
| Service | Time | You'll Pay | |---------|------|------------| | Clean and repair mechanism | 20-30 mins | **£60** | | Replace waste assembly | 30-45 mins | **£60** | | Plus new waste if needed | - | **£15-40** |
*Based on £60 minimum. Replacement waste assemblies charged at cost (usually £15-40 depending on type).*
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### Replacement Options
If repair isn't viable, I can fit:
**Basic Pop-Up Waste** (£15-20) Chrome finish, push-down operation. Simple and effective.
**Click-Clack Waste** (£20-30) Modern style, reliable mechanism, various finishes.
**Overflow/Filler Waste** (£30-40) Combined bath filler and waste - looks very smart.
**Traditional Plug & Chain** (£10-15) Old fashioned but never breaks. Surprisingly popular.
Why Choose Us for Bath plug repair in Teignmouth?
Bath holds water properly again
No more needing rubber plugs
Mechanism repaired or replaced
Tested before I leave
What to Expect
### Step 1: Diagnosis I test the plug mechanism, figure out what's failed, and advise whether it's repairable or needs replacing. ### Step 2: Access & Fix Remove bath panel if needed, access the mechanism, clean/repair/replace as required. ### Step 3: Test Fill the bath a few inches to confirm it holds water properly. Job's done when you're confident it works.
Our Teignmouth Service Coverage
We cover Teignmouth and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Teignmouth or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🎨 **Bath panels sealed with silicone?** I can carefully cut the silicone, remove the panel, do the repair, then reseal it neatly. Very common in bathrooms done by less-than-careful fitters. **Old cast iron baths?** The plug mechanisms are usually more accessible because the overflow is external. Often easier to work on than modern plastic baths. **Just had bathroom redone?** If your new pop-up waste has already failed, it's probably been fitted wrong or is a cheap one. I can swap it for something better. **Exeter's hard water:** Limescale can clog bath mechanisms over time. If you're in a particularly hard water area, periodic descaling helps. White vinegar works well. **Bath panel types:** I've dealt with every kind - magnetic, clip-in, screwed, siliconed, tiled... If it can be removed to access the bath, I'll figure it out. If it can't (fully tiled in with no panel), we'll find another solution.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bath plug repair in Teignmouth
Why has my bath plug stopped working?
Usually hair and gunk clogging the mechanism, or the linkage has come disconnected. Sometimes plastic components have broken from years of use. Most are fixable without replacing the whole waste.
Do you need to remove the bath to fix it?
Almost never. Most bath plug mechanisms can be serviced from above or through the overflow. I carry spare parts for common types so can often fix it on the spot.
What if the plug can't be repaired?
Then I'll replace the whole waste assembly with a new one. Takes about 30-45 minutes and you'll have a working plug that should last another decade.
Will you need to access under the bath?
Sometimes, yes - depends on the mechanism type. If you've got a bath panel, I'll remove it carefully and refit it. If the bath's boxed in with no access, we might need to go with a different solution.
Can you just fit a normal rubber plug instead?
Yes, if you prefer. I can fit a simple plug-and-chain to replace a failed pop-up mechanism. Old-fashioned but they never break. Your call.
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