Suffolk · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Benacre, Suffolk

Damaged shower tray in Benacre? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
  • A cracked shower tray
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair near Benacre

Benacre questions

Does someone need to be in?

We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.

Do you charge for travel?

Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.

When can I use the shower again?

You’ll get the exact time when we finish, usually the next day.

Is there a guarantee?

Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Can you price it without visiting?

In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures cannot show what we need.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.

Do you work in Benacre?

Yes, we do. We send a technician to Benacre for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

Shower tray repair in Benacre without replacing anything

We repair cracks, chips and scratches in stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays, or resurface the entire tray if it’s worn. Nothing is taken out, so the enclosure and tiles are not disturbed. If you’re dealing with chips caused during fitting and a tray that looks tired however much you clean it, we can help.

Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Location
Benacre (NR34)
County
Suffolk
Cover
One year on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

What we can’t put right

We would rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:

  • A tray that moves underfoot
  • A tray broken in more than one place
  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray

If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.

Materials we work on in Benacre

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

Repairing versus replacing in Benacre

The tray itself may not cost much, but the work around it does: removing the screen, breaking out tiles, relaying the base and re-tiling. A repair is one visit. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.

What you get with us

  • Everything repaired in place
  • Fixed prices from your photos
  • One visit for most repairs
  • A year’s guarantee on all work

Take a look at our full price list.

Benacre and the surrounding area

Benacre is about 5 miles south of Lowestoft, in Suffolk. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We cover 731 places in Suffolk, from the larger towns to small villages.

We cover every part of NR34. If you are just outside Benacre, we cover Wrentham (1 mile south-west), Wrentham West End (3 miles west), Frostenden (3 miles south-west), Clay Common (3 miles south-west) and Reydon Smear (4 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Lowestoft (5 miles north), Beccles (6 miles north-west), Bungay (11 miles west), Halesworth (9 miles south-west), Leiston (14 miles south) and Carlton Colville (4 miles north).

Around Benacre

Around Benacre, we work in homes near Church of St Michael. The closest station to Benacre is Oulton Broad South station, about 4.9 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Lothingland Rural District (2.9 miles north). Open spaces near Benacre include Reydon Wood.

Map of Benacre © OpenStreetMap contributors

DIY kit or professional repair?

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

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.

Enamelled steel

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

Landlords, agents and businesses in Benacre

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.

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.

When to call us in Benacre

Cracks frequently start at the waste, where the tray is cut and the fitting is tightened.

Get in touch if you’ve noticed any of these:

  • A damaged area around the waste
  • Chipped corners or rims
  • A tray that flexes
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom

What to look for in a quote

  • Who will actually do the work
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • How long it needs to cure

Choosing a repair company

What we do, step by step

We turn up at the time we agreed with you and looks over the damage before anything else. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before any work starts. Most visits take a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and we leave the room as we found it.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
  3. The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
  4. The surface is refinished to match.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.

How to prepare

  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing

How to get a price

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole shower tray, we can give you a fixed price the same day in most cases.

Get a fixed quote

Related advice

Keeping it looking good

Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:

  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
  • Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
  • Ventilate the room after showers
  • Check the seal every few months

Rinse the tray down after showering, clean with mild cleaners, and keep the sealant in good condition so water can’t get underneath.

Don’t keep using a cracked tray. Water can get through to the floor and walls, where it causes damage you cannot see.

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