Essex · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Ardleigh, Essex
Problem with your shower tray in Ardleigh? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A crack across the base
- Chips on the edges
About Ardleigh
Ardleigh is about 4 miles north-east of Colchester, in Essex. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. We cover all 644 towns and villages in Essex. Our jobs stretch from Ardleigh to London (about 55 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: CO7. Whether you live on Station Road, The Street and Mary Warner Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Ardleigh Heath (1 mile north), Dedham Heath (1 mile north), Lamb Corner (2 miles north), Fox Street (2 miles south-west) and Dedham (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Colchester (4 miles south-west), Clacton-on-Sea (11 miles south-east), Harwich (12 miles east), Camulodunum (6 miles south-west), Halstead (15 miles west) and Greenstead (3 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Ardleigh
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Lion Inn, Ardleigh Park and Church of St Mary. Ardleigh’s nearest station is Manningtree station, roughly 3.1 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Colchester Hospital (3.8 miles west) and The Munnings Museum (1.8 miles north). Open spaces near Ardleigh include Cattawade Marshes.
Shower tray repair in Ardleigh without replacing anything
We repair plenty of shower trays. Chips by the waste, cracks across the base and dull, stained surfaces are all things we fix in place. Typical jobs include a cracked shower tray and chips on the edges, in cast iron, acrylic and stone resin.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are not left on your own once we have gone.
- Area
- Ardleigh (CO7)
- Region
- Essex
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
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DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
It’s natural to want to try a repair 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.
Ardleigh: your questions answered
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Nearly always. If pictures do not show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
Do you charge for travel?
There’s no separate call-out charge. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
Is my repair covered?
Yes, for a year. If there’s a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
Do you work in Ardleigh?
Yes, we do. We send a technician to Ardleigh for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Do you reseal the tray as well?
Yes, if you’d like us to. After a repair is a good time to reseal.
Can pets and children be at home?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
Can I keep using a cracked tray?
It’s best to stop using it until it’s checked, in case water is getting through.
How we price shower tray repair
Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:
- How many items we do on one visit
- Access to the area
- The colour and finish to match
- What the surface is made of
We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
How to get a fixed quote
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To help us price it:
- Details of any past repairs
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- A picture taken from further back
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
Email us pictures of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you are in Ardleigh, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Common problems we fix in Ardleigh
Most chips come from things dropped in the shower, typically on the edges or near the plughole.
Most people get in touch when they notice one of these:
- A tray that flexes
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
- A crack across the base
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
What your quote should include
- How to look after the finish
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- How your room will be protected
- Who turns up on the day
When a repair is not the answer
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
- A tray broken in more than one place
- A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we work on in Ardleigh
- Stone resin
- Cast iron
- Ceramic
- Acrylic
- Enamelled steel
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so a firm base is essential. Cracks and scratches can be repaired.
Ceramic
Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. Impacts can chip or crack them, and we match the gloss when we repair them.
How the visit works
Visits start with a quick look at the job together. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. You can expect it to take a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface.
- We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
- The damaged area, or the whole tray, is cleaned and prepared.
- We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
- We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the whole tray.
- We leave it to cure; the shower is usually usable the following day.
Preparing for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
How to get a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
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Aftercare tips
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Avoid strong descalers and bleach
- Rinse the tray after each shower
- Ventilate the room after showers
- Get a moving tray checked
Wait the full curing time before you shower. After that, mild cleaners and good ventilation are all it needs.
Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water can get through to the floor and walls, and the damage below isn’t visible.
Repair or replace in Ardleigh?
Replacing a tray normally involves removing the screen and tiling, relaying the base and tiling again. A repair or resurface keeps all of that in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair usually costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Ardleigh
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- A fixed quote before booking
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Work done at your home or business
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
