Essex · England

Shower Tray Repair for Ardley End homes

Our technicians come to Ardley End for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Movement when you stand on it
  • Chips on the edges
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book shower tray repair in Ardley End

Shower tray repair at your home in Ardley End

A worn or stained tray can be resurfaced, for a clean, uniform finish without removing the screen or tiles. If you’re dealing with chips caused during fitting and cracks running from the waste, we can typically put it right, whatever the material.

All our work comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Essex.

Area
Ardley End (CM22)
County
Essex
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after

Work for landlords and builders

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip.

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

What a repair can’t fix

We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:

  • Leaking waste fittings
  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported

Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.

Surfaces we repair

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

Questions from Ardley End

How long before I can shower?

You’ll get the exact time when we finish, typically the day after.

What happens if you find more damage?

The price is fixed for what the pictures show. If there is more, we’ll tell you before starting.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Usually, yes. The old repair comes out first, so let us know about it.

Is a cracked tray repairable?

Often. A tray that moves needs its support sorting before the repair.

Will you leave a mess?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.

What happens next?

We look at the photos and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.

Can landlords book you?

We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

What we do, step by step

A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and clear up. Allow a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface. Before we go, we’ll explain how long to leave it and how to care for it.

  1. We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
  2. The damaged area, or the entire tray, is cleaned and prepared.
  3. We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
  4. We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
  5. The tray is left to cure and can generally be used the day after.

How to prepare

  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Let us know about parking or access

Getting a price

Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.

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DIY repairs versus a professional job

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

Aftercare tips

Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:

  • Avoid strong descalers and bleach
  • Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
  • Rinse the tray after each shower
  • Report any creaking or movement early

Keep heavy bottles off the tray floor, to avoid chips.

Failed sealant around a tray should be replaced quickly. It lets water behind the tray and can cause damage underneath.

What affects the price in Ardley End

Repairs from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:

  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • The material
  • Unusual colours or finishes

We charge the same wherever you are, so there’s no premium for Ardley End. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

How to get a fixed quote

Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To make it quick:

  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Any details about the material
  • A picture taken from further back
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.

Ardley End and the surrounding area

Ardley End is about 5 miles south-east of Bishop's Stortford, in Essex. Wherever you are in the CM22 postcode area, we carry out the work at your property. We work in all 644 towns and villages across Essex. Our nearest city page is London, about 25 miles away.

Every address in CM22 is covered. From Matching Road, Ardley Crescent and Friars Lane or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. We also travel to Hatfield Heath (1 mile north-west), Hatfield Broad Oak (2 miles north-east), Bedlar's Green (3 miles north), Aythorpe Roding (4 miles east) and Hellman's Cross (4 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (13 miles south-east), Harlow (5 miles south-west), Brentwood (13 miles south), Billericay (15 miles south-east), Loughton (13 miles south-west) and Saffron Walden (15 miles north).

Landmarks near Ardley End

Around Ardley End, we work in homes near Hatfield Heath Primary School, The Stag Public House and Holy Trinity Church. The nearest railway station is Sawbridgeworth station, about 2.3 miles west. A little further out are Harlow Mill (3.9 miles west) and Herts and Essex Hospital (4.3 miles north). Open spaces near Ardley End include Sawbridgeworth Marsh and Portingbury Hills.

Map of Ardley End © OpenStreetMap contributors

Repair or replace: which is better?

Replacing a tray generally means refitting the screen, retiling and resealing. A repair leaves all of that untouched, at a fraction of the cost. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before you book, with no extras added later.

Why Ardley End customers choose us

  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • Everything repaired in place

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What we’re called out for in Ardley End

The waste is a common starting point for cracks, because that’s where the tray is weakest and the fitting puts pressure on it.

You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:

  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • Chips on the edges
  • A cracked shower tray
  • Damage from a refit or building work

Questions to ask before booking

  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • How your room will be protected

Choosing a repair company

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