Hertfordshire · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Anstey, Hertfordshire
Fixed-price shower tray repair in Anstey and the surrounding area, generally in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
- Movement when you stand on it
Shower tray repair in Anstey, done in place
Stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays can all be repaired, and worn trays can be resurfaced completely. The tray stays in place, so the screen and tiling stay as they are. We regularly repair enamelled steel, cast iron and ceramic, and people most often call us about movement when you stand on it and a damaged area around the waste.
All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Anstey (SG9)
- Area hub
- Hertfordshire
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
When to call us in Anstey
Most chips come from things dropped in the shower, usually along the edges or by the waste.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
- A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
- Scuffs and light scratches
- Chips on the edges
Before booking anyone
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- How the colour is matched
- Aftercare advice
- What happens if they find more damage
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
How to look after the repair
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Get a moving tray checked
- Use the extractor fan
- Rinse away soap after showering
- Store bottles off the tray
Keep heavy bottles off the tray floor, to avoid chips.
A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, and over months that can rot the floor. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.
When a repair isn’t the answer
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair won’t do:
- Trays cracked in several places
- Plumbing leaks under the tray
- Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we repair
- Enamelled steel
- Ceramic
- Cast iron
- Stone resin
- Acrylic
Landlords, agents and businesses in Anstey
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
How it works
You do not need to empty the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and start once you are happy with the plan. Most jobs take a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- We protect the floor and the enclosure.
- Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
- The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
- We refinish the surface to match the tray.
- We clean up and give you the curing time.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Open a window if you can
- Clear the area around the damage
Get a quote
You do not need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Advice
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Common questions in Anstey
Is there any odour?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.
Is a cracked tray repairable?
Normally, as long as it does not flex. We reinforce the crack, fill it and refinish the surface.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send photos of everything you’d like done.
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
What happens next?
You’ll get a fixed quote back, plus dates. You are under no obligation.
Can I keep using a cracked tray?
It’s best to stop using it until it’s checked, in case water is getting through.
Is there a guarantee?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
What your shower tray is made of matters
Ceramic
Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.
Enamelled steel
Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.
About Anstey
Anstey is about 6 miles south-east of Royston, in Hertfordshire. Whether you’re in the middle of Anstey or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We cover 381 places in Hertfordshire. Our jobs stretch from Anstey to London (34 miles away).
All of SG9 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From Moatside and St Georges End or a nearby road, we can come to you. Nearby, we also work in Daw's End (1 mile south), Nuthampstead (1 mile north), Great Hormead (2 miles south), Lower Green (2 miles north-east) and Wyddial (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Stevenage (11 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (9 miles south-east), Hitchin (14 miles west), Hertford (13 miles south-west), Letchworth (11 miles west) and Ware (12 miles south).
Local landmarks in Anstey
Our customers here include homes close to The Blind Fiddler pub, Anstey First School and Church of St George and the streets around them. Nearby you’ll also find Anstey Hales Farm (within half a mile east). Green spaces nearby include Hawkins Wood.
Repair or replace: which is better?
The tray itself may not cost much, but the work around it does: removing the screen, breaking out tiles, relaying the base and re-tiling. Repairing it takes one visit. Prices start from £95. We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Anstey
- Same prices wherever you are
- We leave the room as we found it
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
Take a look at our prices page.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
