Lincolnshire · England

Shower Tray Repair in Ancaster

We travel to Ancaster for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A tray that flexes
  • A dull, stained or worn surface
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted shower tray repair in Ancaster

How we handle shower tray repair in Ancaster

We check the tray before repairing it: a tray that moves needs its support sorted first, otherwise any crack returns. We will tell you if that’s the case. If you are dealing with scuffs and light scratches and chips on the edges, we can generally put it right.

All our work comes with our one-year guarantee.

Location
Ancaster (NG32)
County
Lincolnshire
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £95. There is no area surcharge for Ancaster. What changes the price is:

  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • The colour and finish to match
  • How much damage there is
  • How many items we do on one visit

Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.

Getting a price from pictures

Before you send pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • Natural light rather than flash
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • Any details about the material

Most customers in Ancaster get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

Work for landlords and builders

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Ancaster as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it generally costs far less than a refit.

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

When to call us in Ancaster

Trays fitted on timber floors can crack if the floor moves, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On solid floors, cracks typically point to an uneven base.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • Staining and dullness across the tray
  • Cracks running from the waste
  • Movement when you stand on it
  • Damage from a refit or building work

Comparing quotes

  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • What prep work is covered
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?

10 questions to ask before you book

What your shower tray is made of matters

Enamelled steel

Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.

Ceramic

Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. Impacts can chip or crack them, and we match the gloss when we repair them.

Honest limits

A repair isn’t right for every job, for example:

  • Plumbing leaks under the tray
  • Damage below the tray that needs a builder
  • Trays cracked in several places

Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.

What we work on

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

Ancaster and the surrounding area

Ancaster is about 5 miles west of Sleaford, in Lincolnshire. Our technicians come to customers in Ancaster, so you don’t need to take anything anywhere. We work in 732 places across Lincolnshire. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 67 miles away.

Our visits in NG32 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From Charles Avenue, Mercia Drive and Hillside or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. If you’re just outside Ancaster, we cover Sudbrook (1 mile north-west), Wilsford (1 mile south-east), West Willoughby (1 mile west), Barkston Heath (2 miles south-west) and Kelby (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Grantham (7 miles south-west), Sleaford (5 miles east), North Hykeham (14 miles north), Hykeham (14 miles north), Waddington (13 miles north) and Spittlegate (7 miles south-west).

Near you in Ancaster

Typical jobs here are in homes near Ancaster CofE Primary School, St Martin's Church and Ermine Way pub. There’s a railway station in Ancaster itself: Ancaster station. Well-known places in the area include Rauceby Hospital (3.4 miles east) and Cranwell Aviation Heritage Museum (3.1 miles north-east).

Map of Ancaster © OpenStreetMap contributors

Should you replace it?

A new shower tray normally involves removing the screen and tiling, relaying the base and re-tiling. A repair or resurface leaves all of that alone. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. Compared with replacing, repairing typically costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Ancaster

  • No need to remove anything
  • Work done at your home or business
  • Fixed prices from your photos
  • Colour mixed on the day to match

Read our pricing.

How the visit works

A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and tidy away. Allow a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.

  1. First, we check whether the tray moves.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned and opened up.
  3. Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
  4. We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
  5. It’s left to cure, generally until the day after.

Before we arrive

  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings

Getting a price

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed quote.

Send photos for a quote

Related advice

Ancaster: your questions answered

I rent my home. Can I book you?

We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just make sure the landlord agrees.

Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?

Typically, as long as it doesn’t flex. We reinforce the crack, fill it and refinish the surface.

When can I use the shower again?

Normally by the following day. We’ll tell you the exact time when we finish.

Do the materials smell?

It depends on the job, but often a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help.

Do you come to Ancaster?

Yes, we do. We send a technician to Ancaster for every job, with no extra charge for travel.

Is there a call-out fee?

No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.

How soon can you come?

Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.

Are you a vetted contractor?

We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

Keeping it looking good

A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:

  • Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
  • Get a moving tray checked
  • Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth

Check the silicone around the tray every few months, and replace it when it splits or goes black.

A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, which can damage the floor over time. An early repair is far cheaper than floor repairs.

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