Cumbria · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Bransty, Cumbria

We travel to Bransty for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A tray that flexes
  • A crack across the base
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Bransty homes

Shower tray repair in Bransty, done in place

The first thing we do is check the tray: if it flexes underfoot, the cause needs sorting before any repair, otherwise any crack returns. We’ll tell you if that is the case. Common call-outs are for edge chips from dropped bottles and staining and dullness across the tray, across cast iron, stone resin and ceramic.

You are covered after we leave: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before booking.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Location
Bransty (CA28)
Area hub
Cumbria
Cover
One year on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

What we can’t put right

A repair is not right for every job, including:

  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
  • Trays cracked in several places
  • Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before booking.

Materials we work on in Bransty

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

DIY repairs versus a professional job

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.

If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Ceramic

Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.

For landlords and businesses

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.

Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

Keeping it looking good

Once the work has cured, treat it gently:

  • Stick to gentle cleaners
  • Store bottles off the tray
  • Do not ignore a tray that flexes
  • Ventilate the room after showers

Keep heavy bottles off the tray floor, so they cannot be knocked over.

Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water may be getting under the tray, where it causes damage you cannot see.

Common questions in Bransty

Can you replace the silicone at the same time?

Yes. Add it to your quote and we’ll do both on one visit.

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

Do you cover the entire of Cumbria?

All of Cumbria, and the rest of the UK. There is no extra charge for travel.

What information do you need?

Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.

Can I keep using a cracked tray?

We would stop using it until it’s repaired, in case water is getting through.

Is a cracked tray repairable?

Often. If the tray moves, the support needs fixing first.

Can you make an old tray look new?

Yes. Resurfacing gives a worn tray an even, clean finish.

Can tenants book a repair?

We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just make sure the landlord agrees.

Signs you need shower tray repair in Bransty

Stone resin trays are rigid, so they crack rather than bend if the floor beneath them isn’t flat and fully supported. Movement in a timber floor has the same effect.

If you can see any of these, send us a photo:

  • Movement when you stand on it
  • Chips on the edges
  • Scratches in the surface
  • A dull, stained or worn surface

Questions to ask before you book

  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • Whether they match the colour on site

Choosing a repair company

What affects the price in Bransty

Prices start from £95. We do not charge extra for travel to Bransty. The price depends on:

  • How many areas need work
  • What the surface is made of
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • Unusual colours or finishes

A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with no extras added later.

Getting a price from pictures

Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what we need:

  • Any details about the material
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size

Most clients in Bransty 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.

Where we work around Bransty

Bransty is about 1 mile north-west of Whitehaven, in Cumbria. We visit homes and businesses in Bransty and the surrounding area, so there’s no workshop to go to. Our technicians cover all 438 towns and villages across Cumbria.

Here we cover the CA28 postcode area. That includes homes on Hicks Lane, Basket Road and Carter Lane. With the A5094 close by, Bransty is easy for our repair technicians to reach. Nearby, we also work in Kells (1 mile south), Whitehaven (1 mile south-east), Quality Corner (1 mile north-east), Parton (1 mile north) and Hensingham (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Workington (6 miles north), Maryport (12 miles north), Cockermouth (12 miles north-east), Moorclose (6 miles north), Cleator Moor (4 miles south-east) and Egremont (5 miles south-east).

Around Bransty

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School, The Snecklifter pub and The St Nicholas Centre and the streets around them. Bransty has its own railway station: Whitehaven station. Other landmarks nearby include Hayes Castle (3.2 miles north-east) and West Cumberland Hospital (1.8 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include St Bees Head RSPB reserve.

Map of Bransty © OpenStreetMap contributors

The process

There is not much you need to do on the day. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will take it from there. The job generally runs to a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface.

  1. The surrounding area is sheeted and masked.
  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 clean up and give you the curing time.

Preparing for the visit

  • Let us know about parking or access
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible

Ask for a price

Upload a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Bransty, and we will come back with a fixed quote.

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