Essex · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Aldham, Essex
Damaged shower tray in Aldham? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips on the edges
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
The process
From the moment we arrive, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We check the tray for movement first.
- We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
- Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
- We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
- It’s left to cure, usually until the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Let us know about parking or access
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
Get a quote
Send us a picture of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Aldham, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Advice
Shower tray repair in Aldham without replacing anything
A worn or stained tray can be resurfaced, giving it a fresh, even finish. Common call-outs are for chipped corners or rims and damage from a refit or building work, across enamelled steel, cast iron and ceramic.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right, ring us and we will come back.
- Where
- Aldham (CO6)
- Region
- Essex
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price shower tray repair
Prices start from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- Doing more than one item at once
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The material
Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
How to get a fixed price
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Where you are, by postcode
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
Most clients in Aldham get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
When to call us in Aldham
Most chips come from things dropped in the shower, normally along the edges or by the waste.
Look out for these signs:
- Scuffs and light scratches
- Damage from a refit or building work
- A crack across the base
- A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
What to look for in a quote
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- How your room will be protected
- What prep work is covered
- When it can be used again
When we would advise against a repair
A repair isn’t always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. We cannot fix:
- Multiple cracks across the tray
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
- Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Acrylic
- Enamelled steel
- Stone resin
- Cast iron
- Ceramic
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacing a tray generally means refitting the screen, retiling and resealing. A repair leaves all of that untouched. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Aldham
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- One price list for the whole UK
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
See our full price list.
Looking after it afterwards
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Replace failing sealant promptly
- Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
- Store bottles off the tray
- Get a moving tray checked
Rinse the tray after use, clean with mild cleaners, and keep an eye on the sealant so water cannot get underneath.
Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water can get through to the floor and walls, and the damage below is not visible.
Aldham and nearby
Aldham is about 5 miles west of Colchester, in Essex. Book a date that suits you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so there’s no waiting around. Aldham is one of 644 towns and villages in Essex where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 47 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: CO6. We regularly work on streets such as Green Lane, Hardings Close and Church Grove. If you’re just outside Aldham, we cover Copford (1 mile south-east), Marks Tey (2 miles south-west), Little Tey (2 miles south-west), Mulberry Green (2 miles south) and Easthorpe (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Colchester (5 miles east), Braintree (10 miles west), Maldon (13 miles south), Witham (9 miles south-west), Camulodunum (4 miles east) and Halstead (7 miles north-west).
Near you in Aldham
Around Aldham, we work in homes near Church of St Margaret and St Catherine, Holy Trinity CofE Primary School and The Queen's Head Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Marks Tey station, roughly 1.2 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Birch Castle (4.1 miles south) and Essex County Hospital (4.4 miles east). Not far away are Iron Latch.
Nearby places to Aldham
Other services in Aldham
Repairs by material
Stone resin
Stone resin trays are heavy and rigid with a gel-coat finish. They crack if the base isn’t fully supported, and chips are filled and matched to the surface.
Enamelled steel
Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Chips can rust if they’re left, so early repairs help.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Aldham
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Your questions about shower tray repair in Aldham
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
How much does shower tray repair cost in Aldham?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed quote based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your CO6 postcode.
Can you resurface a whole tray?
Yes, it’s a common job. Resurfacing gives a worn tray an even, clean finish.
Will the price change on the day?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there is more, we’ll tell you before starting.
Do I have to be there?
We need someone to let us in. You do not need to watch us work.
Do you reseal the tray as well?
Yes. Add it to your quote and we’ll do both on one visit.
Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?
We would stop using it until it’s repaired, because water may be getting underneath.
Is a cracked tray repairable?
In most cases. If the tray moves, the support needs fixing first.
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