Oxfordshire · England
Shower Tray Repair for Appleford-on-Thames homes
Damaged shower tray in Appleford-on-Thames? We put it right where it is, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage from a refit or building work
- Movement when you stand on it
How it works
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. Most jobs take a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and you can get on with other things while we are there.
- We check the tray for movement first.
- The damaged area is cleaned and opened up.
- We reinforce any crack and fill the damage.
- We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
- We leave it to cure, normally until the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
Getting a price
If you’re in Appleford-on-Thames and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Advice
Shower tray repair in Appleford-on-Thames, done in place
Shower tray repairs are one of our most common jobs. Chipped edges, cracks and worn finishes can all be put right without removing the tray. Whether it’s damage from a refit or building work and scuffs and light scratches, we can help, on cast iron, ceramic and acrylic alike.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Appleford-on-Thames (OX14)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Keeping it looking good
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
- Avoid strong descalers and bleach
- Don’t ignore a tray that flexes
- Check the seal every few months
Keep heavy bottles off the tray floor, to avoid chips.
Act on split sealant early. Water gets behind and under the tray and can cause damage underneath.
DIY kit or professional repair?
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- The colour and finish to match
- How many areas need work
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The material
A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Getting a price from pictures
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what we need:
- Details of any past repairs
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A photo taken from further back
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
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Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so a firm base is essential. We repair cracks and scratches.
Enamelled steel
Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.
Why repair rather than replace?
When the tray is firm and dry underneath, repair is the obvious choice. If the floor is damaged or the tray is badly cracked, replacement may make more sense. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Appleford-on-Thames
- A fixed quote before booking
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- No extra charge for your area
See our pricing.
Honest limits
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- Multiple cracks across the tray
- Leaking waste fittings
- Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Materials we work on in Appleford-on-Thames
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
- Enamelled steel
- Ceramic
- Stone resin
Appleford-on-Thames questions
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
What happens after I send photos?
We review the pictures and send a fixed quote and the next dates we have.
Will there be a smell?
Expect a mild smell while we’re working, which fades afterwards.
How long before I can shower?
Typically the day after. We will confirm before we leave.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
What does shower tray repair cost?
Prices start from £95. Every job gets a fixed price from your pictures. Send a close-up and a picture of the entire item and your postcode.
Will the price change on the day?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. If there is more, we will tell you before starting.
Where we work around Appleford-on-Thames
Appleford-on-Thames is about 2 miles north of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Our repair technicians come to clients in Appleford-on-Thames and the surrounding area, so nothing has to leave your home. Appleford-on-Thames is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work. We work right across the region, from Appleford-on-Thames to London (about 50 miles away).
All of OX14 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on Chambrai Close, Church Street and Main Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Long Wittenham (1 mile east), Culham (1 mile north-west), Sutton Courtenay (2 miles west), Clifton Hampden (2 miles north-east) and Didcot (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Oxford (8 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles north-west), Witney (15 miles north-west), Thame (14 miles north-east), Wantage (8 miles south-west) and Grove (8 miles west).
Around Appleford-on-Thames
We visit homes around Carpenters Arms, Didcot Girls' School and Church of St Peter and St Paul and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Appleford-on-Thames itself: Appleford station. Nearby you’ll also find Pendon Museum (1 mile east) and FitzHarris Castle (3.1 miles north-west). The countryside around Appleford-on-Thames includes Mowbray Fields and Wittenham Clumps.
Common problems we fix in Appleford-on-Thames
Dull and stained trays are generally down to cleaning: limescale, harsh chemicals and abrasive pads wear the finish away.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Damage from a refit or building work
- Scuffs and light scratches
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
- Staining and dullness across the tray
Before booking anyone
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- When it can be used again
- Whether they match the colour on site
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
