Essex · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Cattawade, Essex
Shower tray repair across Cattawade and nearby, generally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Cracks running from the waste
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
Our work in Cattawade
Cattawade is about 8 miles south-west of Ipswich, in Essex. Clients in Cattawade get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Cattawade is one of 644 towns and villages in Essex we cover. We work right across the region, from Cattawade to London (about 59 miles away).
Every address in CO11 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Temple Pattle, Grimwade Close and Hardy Close, and we cover them all. We also travel to Brantham (1 mile north), East End (1 mile north), Manningtree (1 mile south), Lawford (1 mile south) and Mistley (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Colchester (8 miles south-west), Clacton-on-Sea (12 miles south), Harwich (9 miles east), Camulodunum (10 miles south-west), Greenstead (7 miles south-west) and Wivenhoe (8 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Cattawade
Our customers here include homes close to The Ark pub, Manningtree High School and Church of St Michael and All Angels, among other places. The closest station to Cattawade is Manningtree station, about 1 mile south-west. Nearby you will also find Little Wenham Castle (3.8 miles north) and The Munnings Museum (2.9 miles west). The countryside around Cattawade includes Cattawade Marshes and Alton Water.
Shower tray repair in Cattawade, done in place
Shower tray repairs are one of our most common jobs. Chipped edges, cracks and worn finishes are all things we fix in place. Our technicians work on enamelled steel, cast iron and acrylic, and people most often call us about chips caused during fitting and staining and dullness across the tray.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll come back.
- Where
- Cattawade (CO11)
- Region
- Essex
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Aftercare tips
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Ventilate the room after showers
- Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
- Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
- Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
Keep an eye on the sealant, and reseal when it starts to fail.
Every shower forces a little water into a crack, and over months that can rot the floor. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.
What your shower tray is made of matters
Acrylic
Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so a firm base is essential. We repair cracks and scratches.
Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Chips can rust if they’re left, so early repairs help.
Landlord and trade work in Cattawade
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Repair or replace: which is better?
The tray is normally the last thing fitted and the first thing tiled up to, so replacing one disturbs a lot around it. Repairing it avoids that disruption. Prices start from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Why us?
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
Read our pricing.
What happens on the day
From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. We mask off everything nearby, the work takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- First we check the tray is solid and work out why any crack happened.
- We clean and prepare the damaged area or the whole tray.
- We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
- We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the entire tray.
- We leave it to cure; the shower is typically usable the day after.
Before we arrive
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Clear the area around the damage
Ask for a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. There is no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
Related advice
Common problems we fix in Cattawade
Most cracked trays are trays that flex: if a tray wasn’t bedded on a solid, even base, it flexes each time someone stands on it. Dropped bottles cause most chips.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed any of these:
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
- Movement when you stand on it
- Scuffs and light scratches
- Chips on the edges
What your quote should include
- What happens if they find more damage
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- How long it needs to cure
- If travel is included in the price
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
We understand the appeal of fixing it 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.
Honest limits
We would rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
- Plumbing leaks under the tray
- Trays cracked in several places
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Stone resin
- Ceramic
- Enamelled steel
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
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Cattawade: your questions answered
Is there any odour?
There can be some smell while we work. It clears as the materials cure.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We review the photos and send a fixed quote.
What does shower tray repair cost?
Repairs from £95. We give a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up and a picture of the whole item and your postcode.
Can you quote from pictures?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
Will it make a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.
Can pets and children be at home?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair isn’t disturbed while it cures.
Is a cracked tray repairable?
Frequently. A tray that moves needs its support sorting before the repair.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
