Cumbria · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Botcherby, Cumbria

Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing for householders, landlords and businesses in Botcherby. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chipped corners or rims
  • Chips caused during fitting
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair near Botcherby

How we handle shower tray repair in Botcherby

Every crack has a cause, and we find it first. If the tray moves, the support is fixed or flagged before we repair it, so the repair lasts. We regularly repair stone resin, cast iron and ceramic, and common reasons people get in touch are cracks running from the waste and chips on the edges.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re not left on your own once we’ve gone.

Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish
Area
Botcherby (CA1, CA2)
Area hub
Cumbria
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

How the visit works

When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job typically takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. First, we check whether the tray moves.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned and opened up.
  3. Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
  4. The repair is shaped, colour-matched and finished.
  5. We leave it to cure, normally until the following day.

Preparing for the visit

  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit

Ask for a price

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job.

Send pictures for a quote

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DIY repairs versus a professional job

What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.

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 the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

Questions from Botcherby

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Cumbria.

Can you quote from pictures?

Yes, almost always. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.

Is repairing better than replacing?

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

Are you accredited?

We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.

Does someone need to be in?

We need someone to let us in. You do not need to watch us work.

What happens next?

You’ll get a fixed quote back, normally with dates to choose from. You’re under no obligation.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.

Botcherby and the surrounding area

Botcherby is about 1 mile south-east of Carlisle, in Cumbria. Whether you’re in the middle of Botcherby or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Botcherby is one of 438 places in Cumbria we cover. You can also see our page for Newcastle upon Tyne, about 51 miles away.

Every address in CA1 and CA2 is covered. We regularly work on streets such as Tree Road, High Road and Baird Road and the roads around them. Botcherby is on the A6, which makes it straightforward to reach. Close by, we cover Currock (1 mile north-west), Harraby (1 mile east), Upperby (1 mile south), Carlisle (1 mile north-west) and Blackwell (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Wigton (10 miles west), Brampton (8 miles north-east), Longtown (9 miles north), Dalston (4 miles south-west) and Wetheral (3 miles east).

What’s near Botcherby

Around Botcherby, we work in homes near Our Lady and St Joseph's Church, St John's and St John Henry Newman Catholic School. Other local landmarks include The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (under half a mile west) and The Currock pub (under half a mile west). Botcherby’s nearest station is Carlisle station, about 0.9 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find The Lanes Shopping Centre (1.2 miles north-west) and Guildhall Museum (1.2 miles north-west).

  • Other local spots include County Borough of Carlisle (1.2 miles north-west)
Map of Botcherby © OpenStreetMap contributors

Keeping it looking good

Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:

  • Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
  • Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
  • Replace failing sealant promptly
  • Ventilate the room after showers

Keep an eye on the sealant, and reseal when it starts to fail.

Act on split sealant early. Water gets behind and under the tray and can damage the floor below.

Signs you need shower tray repair in Botcherby

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

People generally call us when they notice something like this:

  • Chips on the edges
  • Scratches in the surface
  • Chips caused during fitting
  • Cracks running from the waste

What your quote should include

  • How the room is protected while they work
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers

Our hiring checklist

Different materials, different repairs

Enamelled steel

Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.

Acrylic

Acrylic trays are lighter and slightly flexible, so good support matters. We repair cracks and scratches.

What affects the price in Botcherby

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

  • The material
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it

The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before booking.

How to get a fixed quote

Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:

  • Details of any past repairs
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates

Most customers in Botcherby get their price from photos. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Botcherby

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.

What a repair can’t fix

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • A tray broken in more than one place
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
  • Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed

Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.

What we work on

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