Hampshire · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Avon Castle, Hampshire

Damaged shower tray in Avon Castle? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A damaged area around the waste
  • A dull, stained or worn surface
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Avon Castle homes

Shower tray repair in Avon Castle, done in place

A cracked or chipped shower tray does not always need replacing. If it’s solid underneath, it can usually be repaired in place, saving you the cost and mess of a new one. Our repair technicians work on stone resin, enamelled steel and ceramic, and the jobs we see most are chips or cracks by the plughole and scuffs and light scratches.

The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Where
Avon Castle (BH24)
Area hub
Hampshire
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

What we cannot put right

A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:

  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
  • A tray broken in more than one place
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before booking.

Materials we repair

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

About Avon Castle

Avon Castle is about 4 miles south-east of Verwood, in Hampshire. We visit homes and businesses in Avon Castle, so there’s no workshop to go to. Our technicians cover 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages.

Jobs in BH24 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We regularly work on streets such as Avon Avenue, Avon Castle Drive and Egmont Drive. Neighbouring places we cover include Matchams (1 mile south-west), St Ives (1 mile north-west), Ashley Heath (2 miles north-west), St Leonards (2 miles west) and Woolsbridge (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Totton (15 miles north-east), Lymington (12 miles south-east), New Milton (8 miles south-east), Barton on Sea (9 miles south-east), Ashley (9 miles south-east) and Milford on Sea (12 miles south-east).

Landmarks near Avon Castle

Typical jobs here are in homes near Ringwood School, St Ives Primary & Nursery School and Ringwood Waldorf School and the streets around them. A little further out are St Leonard's Hospital (2.3 miles west). For a walk, there is Linbrook Lake and St Catherine's Hill.

Map of Avon Castle © OpenStreetMap contributors

Common problems we fix in Avon Castle

Trays crack mainly because they move: if a tray wasn’t bedded on a solid, even base, every shower puts strain on it. Chips normally come from dropped bottles.

The things customers typically mention when they call include:

  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • Scratches in the surface
  • Cracks running from the waste

Questions to ask before you book

  • Aftercare advice
  • What preparation is included
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • Who will actually do the work

Choosing a repair company

Keeping it looking good

Once the work has cured, treat it gently:

  • Rinse away soap after showering
  • Replace failing sealant promptly
  • Get a moving tray checked
  • Keep the bathroom well ventilated

Store heavy bottles on a shelf, not on the tray, to avoid chips.

Act on split sealant early. Water gets behind and under the tray and can cause damage underneath.

What we do, step by step

Visits start with a quick look at the job together. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and we start. You can expect it to take a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and we will keep you posted as we go.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Any sealant in the way is cut out.
  3. We clean and key the tray, then repair the damage.
  4. We refinish the surface to match the tray.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.

Preparing for the visit

  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat

Get a quote

If you are in Avon Castle and want a price, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Get a fixed quote

Advice

DIY kit or professional repair?

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

Questions from Avon Castle

What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.

What information do you need?

Photos of the damage, a picture of the whole shower tray and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Yes. Doing several items on one visit usually costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.

Do you hold any accreditations?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

Can I keep using a cracked tray?

Not until you know the crack isn’t letting water through. Check the ceiling below for damp.

Do you reseal the tray as well?

Yes. We can repair and reseal on the same visit.

Does someone need to be in?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:

  • How many areas need work
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • How many items we do on one visit

Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.

Getting a price from photos

The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:

  • Natural light rather than flash
  • One picture of the whole shower tray
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • Any details about the material

Send us photos of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you are in Avon Castle, and we will come back with a fixed quote.

Different materials, different repairs

Enamelled steel

Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so it’s worth repairing early.

Acrylic

Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.

Should you replace it?

When the tray is firm and dry underneath, repair is the obvious choice. If water has damaged the floor, or the tray is cracked in several places, a new tray may be better. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Compared with replacing, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

What you get with us

  • A fixed quote before booking
  • No need to remove anything
  • One visit for most repairs
  • A year’s guarantee on all work

Read our pricing.

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