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Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Brandon, County Durham

Shower tray repair in and around Brandon: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Damage from a refit or building work
  • A dull, stained or worn surface
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair in Brandon

When we’d advise against a repair

A repair isn’t always the answer, and we’ll tell you before we start. Repairs will not solve:

  • Damage below the tray that needs a builder
  • Multiple cracks across the tray
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)

Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.

Materials we work on in Brandon

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

Shower tray repair at your home in Brandon

We repair cracks, chips and scratches in stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays, or resurface the whole tray if it’s worn. The tray stays in place, so the enclosure and tiles are not disturbed. If you’re dealing with a damaged area around the waste and chipped corners or rims, we can help.

You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Brandon as everywhere else we work.

Area
Brandon (DH7)
Region
County Durham
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

What we’re called out for in Brandon

On timber floors, movement can crack a tray, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On concrete, an uneven base is the usual cause.

You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:

  • Edge chips from dropped bottles
  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • A crack across the base
  • Scuffs and light scratches

What to look for in a quote

  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • How changes to the job are handled
  • If travel is included in the price
  • Aftercare advice

How to compare quotes

What affects the price in Brandon

Prices start from £95. There’s no charge for travel to Brandon. The price depends on:

  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • The material and finish
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • The size and number of damaged areas

There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

How to get a fixed price

Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • Natural light rather than flash
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • A wider photo showing the whole shower tray
  • Details of any past repairs

Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and no obligation.

What we do, step by step

From the moment we arrive, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.

  1. First, we check whether the tray moves.
  2. We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
  3. Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
  4. We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
  5. We leave it to cure, normally until the following day.

How to prepare

  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive

How to get a price

Most clients in Brandon get their price from photos. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

Get a free quote

Advice

Brandon and nearby

Brandon is about 3 miles south-west of Durham, in County Durham. From the centre of Brandon to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Brandon is one of 329 towns and villages in County Durham we cover. Our jobs stretch from Brandon to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 17 miles away).

Our repair technicians cover all of DH7. From St Andrews Square, Church Square and St Brandon's Grove or a nearby road, we can come to you. Other places close to Brandon include Meadowfield (1 mile east), Langley Moor (1 mile north-east), Brancepeth (1 mile south-west), New Brancepeth (1 mile north-west) and Broompark (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Durham (3 miles north-east), Consett (11 miles north-west), Newton Aycliffe (9 miles south), Bishop Auckland (7 miles south), Spennymoor (4 miles south) and Seaham (13 miles north-east).

Local landmarks in Brandon

In Brandon, that means homes near Brandon Primary School, St John the Evangelist and Durham Community Business College. For rail, the closest station is Durham station, about 3 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include County Hospital (2.8 miles north-east) and Brancepeth Castle (1.3 miles south-west).

  • Other local spots include Broom (1.8 miles north)
Map of Brandon © OpenStreetMap contributors

Different materials, different repairs

Ceramic

Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. They chip and crack from impact, and the repair is polished to match the shine.

Enamelled steel

Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Chips can rust if they’re left, so it’s worth repairing early.

Can I fix it myself?

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.

For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

Looking after it afterwards

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Check the seal every few months
  • Don’t ignore a tray that flexes
  • Stick to gentle cleaners
  • Avoid strong descalers and bleach

Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off the tray. A soft cloth and washing-up liquid do the job.

Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water can get through to the floor and walls, and the damage below is not visible.

Questions from Brandon

Do you hold any accreditations?

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

Is there a guarantee?

Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.

Do you work in Brandon?

Yes. We cover the whole UK and come to Brandon. Send pictures and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Can you quote from pictures?

Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.

What information do you need?

Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Yes, we frequently do. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.

Repair or replace in Brandon?

If the tray is solid and the crack hasn’t let water spread, repair is usually 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. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.

Why book with us

  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
  • Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • Same prices wherever you are

Take a look at our full price list.

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