Gateshead · England

Shower Tray Repair in Albany

Problem with your shower tray in Albany? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • Movement when you stand on it
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book shower tray repair in Albany

The process

Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you are not left guessing. On site, it takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface in most cases. The room is left tidy.

  1. We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
  2. Next we clean and prepare the tray.
  3. We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
  4. We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
  5. The tray is left to cure and can typically be used the day after.

Before we arrive

  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible

Ask for a price

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.

Get a fixed price

Related advice

Shower tray repair in Albany, done in place

A cracked or chipped shower tray does not always need replacing. If it’s solid underneath, it can normally be repaired in place, which is far less work than a replacement. We’re often asked to fix movement when you stand on it and a dull, stained or worn surface, on ceramic, stone resin and enamelled steel.

Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee.

Area
Albany (NE37, NE38, NE9)
Region
Gateshead
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Can I fix it myself?

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.

Common problems we fix in Albany

Most chips come from things dropped in the shower, normally along the edges or by the waste.

Common reasons people in Albany contact us include:

  • A cracked shower tray
  • Chipped corners or rims
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • A tray that flexes

Comparing quotes

  • How soon you can use it again
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • How to care for the finish
  • If travel is included in the price

Choosing a repair company

Looking after it afterwards

To keep it looking its best for years:

  • Avoid strong descalers and bleach
  • Rinse the tray after each shower
  • Store bottles off the tray
  • Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black

Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off the tray. A soft cloth and washing-up liquid do the job.

Don’t keep using a cracked tray. Water can get through to the floor and walls, where it causes damage you can’t see.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Albany

We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access.

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.

Where we work around Albany

Albany is about 1 mile north-west of Washington, in Gateshead. Our technicians come to homes and businesses in Albany and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. We work in 49 places in Gateshead. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 7 miles away.

Jobs in NE37, NE38 and NE9 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Donkin Road, Brandy Lane and Parsons Road, all of which we cover. If you are just outside Albany, we cover Blackfell (1 mile south-west), Concord (1 mile north-east), Springwell (1 mile north-west), Washington Village (1 mile south-east) and Usworth (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Gateshead (3 miles north-west), Blaydon (8 miles north-west), Dunston (5 miles north-west), Whickham (6 miles north-west), Ryton (9 miles north-west) and Winlaton (8 miles north-west). As one of the bigger places in Gateshead, Albany sees plenty of our work.

Landmarks near Albany

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Washington Academy, Church of Holy Trinity and Washington School, among other places. Albany’s nearest station is Heworth station, about 3 miles north. Further afield, we also cover the area around Bowes Railway (1.1 miles north-west) and Lambton Castle (2.9 miles south). The countryside around Albany includes WWT Washington.

Map of Albany © OpenStreetMap contributors

What a repair cannot fix

We won’t take on work that will not last, so these are the limits:

  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
  • Leaking waste fittings

If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.

Materials we repair

  • Enamelled steel
  • Stone resin
  • Acrylic
  • Ceramic
  • Cast iron

Questions from Albany

How long does it take to cure?

Typically the following day. We’ll confirm before we leave.

What happens if you find more damage?

If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. You decide whether to go ahead.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Include photos of each item.

Do you redo the sealant?

Yes. Add it to your quote and we’ll do both on one visit.

Is a cracked tray repairable?

Usually, as long as it doesn’t flex. The crack is reinforced, filled and refinished.

What does shower tray repair cost?

Prices start from £95. Every job gets a fixed quote from your pictures. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your NE37 postcode.

Can a stained tray be refinished?

Yes. The entire tray can be resurfaced.

Can pets and children be at home?

We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. The rest of the house is unaffected.

How we price shower tray repair

Repairs from £95. You won’t pay by the hour. The price depends on:

  • The material
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • Access to the area
  • Unusual colours or finishes

We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Albany. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

How to get a fixed quote

Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size

Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.

What your shower tray is made of matters

Stone resin

Stone resin is a dense, rigid material with a smooth gel coat. They crack if the base is not fully supported, and chips can be filled and matched.

Enamelled steel

Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.

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