Argyll and Bute · Scotland

Shower Tray Repair in Cairndow

Shower tray repair in Cairndow without the cost of replacing. Send us photos for a fixed price, then we come to you.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Edge chips from dropped bottles
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book shower tray repair in Cairndow

How we handle shower tray repair in Cairndow

We check the tray before repairing it: if it flexes underfoot, the cause needs sorting before any repair, or the crack will come back. We will tell you if that is the case. Common call-outs are for a tray that creaks or moves underfoot and a cracked shower tray, in cast iron, stone resin and ceramic.

All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.

Location
Cairndow (PA26)
Region
Argyll and Bute
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

What a repair can’t fix

A repair is not right for every job, for example:

  • Leaking waste fittings
  • Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray

Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.

Surfaces we repair

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

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.

Should you replace it?

Replacing a tray typically means removing the screen and tiling, preparing a new base and tiling again. Repairing or resurfacing the tray keeps all of that in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Why Cairndow clients choose us

  • Everything repaired in place
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • One-year guarantee on every repair

Take a look at our prices page.

What happens on the day

A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, do the job and tidy away. Allow a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface from start to finish. Before we go, we will explain how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.

  1. We make sure the tray does not flex and look for the cause of any crack.
  2. We clean and prepare the damaged area or the whole tray.
  3. Chips and cracks are filled, reinforced and sanded level.
  4. We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
  5. We leave it to cure; the shower is typically usable the next day.

Preparing for the visit

  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Open a window if you can
  • Let us know which floor the room is on

Ask for a price

Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.

Get a fixed quote

Advice

What affects the price in Cairndow

Repairs from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We look at:

  • How many items we do on one visit
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Access to the area
  • The size and number of damaged areas

The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You will see the full price before you book.

Quotes from your photos

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

  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Details of any past repairs
  • Any details about the material

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole shower tray, add your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed price, not an estimate.

Our work in Cairndow

Cairndow (Gaelic: An Cárn Dubh) is about 19 miles north-west of Helensburgh, in Argyll and Bute. Across the PA26 area, we come to you. We cover all 118 towns and villages in Argyll and Bute, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Glasgow, about 38 miles away.

Jobs in PA26 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Clachan (2 miles north-east), Inveraray (5 miles west), Inbhir Aora (6 miles west), Lochgoilhead (6 miles south) and Strachur (8 miles south-west). For island and remote addresses, ring us first and we will plan the trip.

Near you in Cairndow

Our clients here include homes close to Kilmorich Parish Church and Cairndow Inn. A little further out are Dunderave Castle (2.4 miles west). Not far away are Dun na Cuaiche and Loch Restil.

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Landlords, agents and businesses in Cairndow

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Argyll and Bute and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.

Different materials, different repairs

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are popular because they’re rigid and low-profile. A flat, solid base is essential, and repairs are matched to the gel coat.

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.

Aftercare tips

Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:

  • Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
  • Don’t use strong acids or bleach
  • Rinse away soap after showering
  • Store bottles off the tray

Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, mild cleaners and good ventilation are all it needs.

A tray that moves underfoot needs looking at, before it cracks.

Questions from Cairndow

Do I need to be at home?

Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You don’t need to watch us work.

What happens if you find more damage?

If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. You decide whether to go ahead.

Do the materials smell?

Expect a mild smell while we’re working.

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

Usually, yes. The old repair comes out first, so let us know about it.

Will it make a mess?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.

Do you redo the sealant?

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

Can landlords book you?

Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Argyll and Bute.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.

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