Suffolk · England
Shower Tray Repair for Barnby homes
Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing for homes and businesses in Barnby and across Suffolk. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.
- Repairs from £95
- Cracks running from the waste
- Chipped corners or rims
About our shower tray repair in Barnby
We repair cracks, chips and scratches in stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays, and worn trays can be resurfaced completely. Nothing is taken out, so the screen and tiling stay as they are. Typical jobs include snagging damage in a new bathroom and staining and dullness across the tray, across acrylic, cast iron and stone resin.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re covered after the visit.
- Area
- Barnby (NR34)
- Area hub
- Suffolk
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Questions from Barnby
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Normally, yes. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send photos.
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Can you make an old tray look new?
Yes, it’s a common job. A full resurface makes a tired tray look fresh.
Is there any odour?
Expect a mild smell while we’re working.
Which areas do you work in?
Everywhere in the UK, Barnby included. Travel is included in the price.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.
Is it OK to use a cracked tray?
Only if you are sure it isn’t leaking. Look for damp or stains below.
What else we do in Barnby
DIY kit or professional repair?
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 then the old filler has to be removed first.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
For landlords and businesses
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
What we do, step by step
From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. We mask off everything nearby, the work takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, depending on what we find, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- We ensure the tray doesn’t flex and look for the cause of any crack.
- We clean and prepare the damaged area or the entire tray.
- Chips and cracks are filled, reinforced and sanded level.
- We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
- Once cured, normally by the day after, you can use the shower.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking or access
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Point us to the nearest place to park
How to get a price
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There’s no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
Related advice
Should you replace it?
If the tray is solid and the crack hasn’t let water spread, repair is normally best. If the floor is damaged or the tray is badly cracked, replacement may make more sense. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Barnby
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Everything repaired in place
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Rooms protected and left tidy
Take a look at our full price list.
How to care for the repair
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Stick to gentle cleaners
- Use the extractor fan
- Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
- Avoid strong descalers and bleach
Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. Warm water and a mild detergent is enough.
A tray that moves underfoot needs looking at, before it cracks.
About Barnby
Barnby is about 4 miles south-west of Lowestoft, in Suffolk. We visit homes and businesses in Barnby and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. Barnby is one of 731 towns and villages in Suffolk where we work.
All of NR34 is within our area. We regularly work on streets such as The Street, Mill Lane and Welbeck Close and the roads around them. Other places close to Barnby include North Cove (1 mile south-west), Mutford (1 mile south-east), Hulver Street (2 miles south), Rushmere (2 miles south-east) and Carlton Colville (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Lowestoft (4 miles north-east), Beccles (3 miles west), Bungay (8 miles west), Halesworth (9 miles south-west), Kirkley (4 miles east) and Pakefield (4 miles east).
Landmarks near Barnby
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Barnby and North Cove Community Primary School, The Swan Inn and Church of St John the Baptist. The nearest railway station is Beccles station, about 3 miles west. Well-known places in the area include William Clowes Printing Museum (2.9 miles south-west) and Beccles and District War Memorial Hospital (3.3 miles west). For a walk, there is North Cove Nature Reserve.
Common problems we fix in Barnby
Rigid trays do not bend, they crack if the floor beneath them is not flat and fully supported. Movement in a timber floor has the same effect.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Scratches from cleaning or grit
- Cracks running from the waste
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
- A damaged area around the waste
Before you book anyone
- Whether the price covers travel
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Whether they match the colour on site
- How to look after the finish
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Ceramic
Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. Impacts can chip or crack them, and we match the gloss when we repair them.
Stone resin
Stone resin trays are heavy and rigid with a gel-coat finish. They crack if the base isn’t fully supported, and chips can be filled and matched.
Honest limits
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
- A tray broken in more than one place
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Stone resin
- Acrylic
- Ceramic
- Cast iron
- Enamelled steel
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
