Greater London · England
Shower Tray Repair for Bow Common homes
Shower tray repair in Bow Common without the cost of replacing. Send us photos for a fixed price, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- A tray that flexes
- Scratches in the surface
Shower tray repair at your home in Bow Common
Shower tray repairs are one of our most common jobs. Chipped edges, cracks and worn finishes can all be put right without removing the tray. We regularly repair cast iron, acrylic and stone resin, and people most frequently call us about scratches from cleaning or grit and staining and dullness across the tray.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you’re not left on your own once we’ve gone.
- Area
- Bow Common (E14, E3, E1)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Bow Common and the surrounding area
Bow Common is about 2 miles east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. Wherever you are in the E14 postcode area, we come to you. Bow Common is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover.
Postcode districts we cover here: E14, E3 and E1. Whether you live on Market Way, Knapp Road and Thomas Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Other places close to Bow Common include Limehouse (1 mile west), Bromley (1 mile north-east), Mile End (1 mile north-west), Poplar (1 mile south) and Canary Wharf (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include London (3 miles south-west), City of Westminster (6 miles west), Marylebone (5 miles west), Kensington (8 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles west) and Walthamstow (5 miles north).
What’s near Bow Common
In Bow Common, that means homes near Stebon Primary School, Bartlett Park and St Paul's Way Trust School, among other places. Other local landmarks include Langdon Park Secondary School (0.5 miles east), The Widow's Son pub (under half a mile north-east) and All Hallows (less than half a mile north-east). The closest station to Bow Common is Limehouse station, about 0.8 miles south-west. A little further out are Museum of the Book (0.5 miles south-west) and Tower of London (2.4 miles west). Not far away are Tower Hill and Hollow Pond.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Holy Trinity (1.1 miles north-west)
Also near Bow Common
Other services in Bow Common
Honest limits
It helps to know what we cannot do too:
- Plumbing leaks under the tray
- A tray broken in more than one place
- A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
Surfaces we repair
- Enamelled steel
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
- Stone resin
- Ceramic
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
Keeping it looking good
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Store bottles off the tray
- Check the seal every few months
- Don’t use strong acids or bleach
- Use the extractor fan
Keep heavy bottles off the tray floor, to avoid chips.
Every shower forces a little water into a crack, and over months that can rot the floor. An early repair is far cheaper than floor repairs.
Common problems we fix in Bow Common
Most chips come from things dropped in the shower, generally along the edges or by the waste.
Customers normally contact us about:
- Scratches in the surface
- Cracks running from the waste
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
- A dull, stained or worn surface
Comparing quotes
- How soon you can use it again
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- How to look after the finish
- How the colour is matched
What shower tray repair costs
Prices start from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We take into account:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How many items we do on one visit
Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
How to get a fixed price
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Try to send:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Something in shot to show the size
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A wider photo showing the whole shower tray
There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
Work for landlords and builders
If you manage property in Bow Common, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we will come back with a combined price.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
What we do, step by step
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. Once we’re there, the work takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface in most cases. We leave the room clean.
- We ensure the tray does not flex and look for the cause of any crack.
- We clean and prepare the damaged area or the whole tray.
- We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
- We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
- Once cured, normally by the following day, you can use the shower.
Preparing for the visit
- Ensure the area is dry
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Getting a price
Send us a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you are in Bow Common, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Read more
Repair or replace: which is better?
The tray itself may not cost much, but the work around it does: taking out the enclosure, tiling and resealing. A repair is one visit. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Bow Common
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- We leave the room as we found it
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- One-year guarantee on every repair
See our full price list.
Bow Common: your questions answered
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Can you quote from photos?
Nearly always. If photos don’t show enough, we will ask for another angle.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We look at the photos and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
Do you cover the entire of Greater London?
We work UK-wide, and that includes Bow Common. Our prices are the same everywhere.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit typically costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
How do I book?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.
How do I get a price for shower tray repair in Bow Common?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed price from your pictures. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
