Essex · England
Shower Tray Repair in Ardleigh Heath
Local shower tray repair for Ardleigh Heath: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A cracked shower tray
- Chipped corners or rims
About our shower tray repair in Ardleigh Heath
A worn or stained tray can be resurfaced, for a clean, uniform finish. We regularly repair stone resin, enamelled steel and ceramic, and the jobs we see most are a dull, stained or worn surface and a tray that flexes.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will sort it.
- Where
- Ardleigh Heath (CO7)
- Region
- Essex
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a tray usually means refitting the screen, retiling and resealing. A repair leaves all of that untouched. Prices start from £95. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Ardleigh Heath
- One price list for the whole UK
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- We leave the room as we found it
See our pricing.
About Ardleigh Heath
Ardleigh Heath is about 5 miles north-east of Colchester, in Essex. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there’s no waiting around. Ardleigh Heath is one of 644 places in Essex we cover. We work right across the region, from Ardleigh Heath to London (about 55 miles away).
Here we cover the CO7 postcode area. You will find streets such as Dedham Road and Dead Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Ardleigh Heath: Ardleigh (1 mile south), Lamb Corner (1 mile north), Dedham Heath (1 mile north-east), Dedham (2 miles north) and Fox Street (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (5 miles south-west), Clacton-on-Sea (12 miles south-east), Harwich (12 miles east), Camulodunum (6 miles south-west), Halstead (15 miles west) and Greenstead (4 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Ardleigh Heath
Our clients here include homes close to The Lion Inn, Ardleigh Park and Church of St Mary. Ardleigh Heath’s nearest station is Manningtree station, roughly 3 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Colchester Hospital (3.8 miles south-west) and The Munnings Museum (1.3 miles north-east). The countryside around Ardleigh Heath includes Cattawade Marshes.
Questions from Ardleigh Heath
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
Can you quote from photos?
Generally, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
Can you resurface a whole tray?
Yes, it’s a common job. Resurfacing gives a worn tray an even, clean finish.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.
Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?
Frequently. If the tray moves, the support needs fixing first.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Can landlords book you?
Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes: twelve months. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
Looking after it afterwards
Nothing complicated is needed:
- Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
- Ventilate the room after showers
- Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. A soft cloth and washing-up liquid do the job.
Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water can get through to the floor and walls, where it causes damage you can’t see.
What we’re called out for in Ardleigh Heath
Rigid trays don’t bend, they crack if the floor beneath them is not flat and fully supported. Timber floors that move can cause it too.
The things clients usually mention when they call are:
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
- Cracks running from the waste
- Movement when you stand on it
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
What to look for in a quote
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Who turns up on the day
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
Landlord and trade work in Ardleigh Heath
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
What shower tray repair costs
Repairs from £95. There is no area surcharge for Ardleigh Heath. The price reflects:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- How many items we do on one visit
- The material and finish
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before you book, with nothing added on the day.
Getting a price from photos
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what we need:
- A wider photo showing the whole shower tray
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
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What else we do in Ardleigh Heath
How it works
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Plan for 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.
- We protect the floor and the enclosure.
- Any sealant in the way is cut out.
- We clean and key the tray, then repair the damage.
- We refinish the surface to match the tray.
- We clean up and give you the curing time.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Get a quote
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote. Quotes are free and no obligation.
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What a repair can’t fix
It helps to know what we cannot do too:
- Multiple cracks across the tray
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we work on in Ardleigh Heath
- Enamelled steel
- Cast iron
- Stone resin
- Acrylic
- Ceramic
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
