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Shower Tray Repair for Charing Cross homes

Shower tray repair in Charing Cross without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then book a visit.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A crack across the base
  • Damage around the waste
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need shower tray repair in Charing Cross?

Repairing versus replacing in Charing Cross

Trays sit under the screen and tiles, so replacing one disturbs a lot around it. Repairing it avoids that disruption. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.

Why book with us

  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • One visit for most repairs
  • Everything repaired in place
  • One-year guarantee on every repair

See our prices page.

Shower tray repair in Charing Cross, done in place

Most tray damage can be repaired in place, from chipped edges to cracks across the floor of the tray. The colour and finish are matched. Our technicians work on ceramic, enamelled steel and cast iron, and common reasons people contact us are scratches from cleaning or grit and a crack across the base.

A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you’re covered after the visit.

Area
Charing Cross (W1F, W1D, W1S)
County
Greater London
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Common problems we fix in Charing Cross

Dull and stained trays are generally down to cleaning: abrasive pads, strong chemicals and limescale wear the finish away.

Clients normally contact us about:

  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • A dull, stained or worn surface
  • Edge chips from dropped bottles

What to look for in a quote

  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges

Choosing a repair company

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Acrylic

Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.

Ceramic

Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. They chip and crack from impact, and we match the gloss when we repair them.

Looking after it afterwards

Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:

  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
  • Report any creaking or movement early
  • Keep the bathroom well ventilated
  • Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner

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

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

When we’d advise against a repair

Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, for example:

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

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

Materials we work on in Charing Cross

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

Charing Cross and the surrounding area

Charing Cross is about 1 mile south-east of City of Westminster, in Greater London. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We cover 764 places across Greater London.

Jobs in W1F, W1D and W1S work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We regularly work on streets such as Duck Lane, Drury Lane and Bridle Lane. Charing Cross sits on or near the A4 and A301, so getting to you is simple. Other places close to Charing Cross include St James's (1 mile west), Adelphi (1 mile north-east), Chinatown (1 mile north-west), West End (1 mile north) and Covent Garden (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Kensington (3 miles west), Walthamstow (7 miles north-east), Hoxton (3 miles north-east), Whitechapel (3 miles east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west) and Ruislip (13 miles west).

Near you in Charing Cross

Typical jobs here are in homes near Harris Westminster Sixth Form, Westminster Abbey Choir School and Soho Parish CofE Primary School. Also close by are Victoria Embankment Gardens (within half a mile east), Silver Cross Tavern (within half a mile south-east), St Martin-in-the-Fields (within half a mile north) and London Library (less than half a mile west). There is a railway station in Charing Cross itself: London Charing Cross station. Further afield, we also cover the area around Montfichet's Tower (1.2 miles east) and Royal United Services Institute (within half a mile south). The countryside around Charing Cross includes Barnsbury Wood and St. James's Park Lake.

  • Other local spots include Liberty of the Savoy (less than half a mile north-east)
Map of Charing Cross © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we do, step by step

The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can stay at home while we’re there. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Any sealant in the way is cut out.
  3. We clean and key the tray, then repair the damage.
  4. The surface is refinished to match.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.

Before we arrive

  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Make sure the room can be ventilated

How to get a price

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed price without visiting.

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Can I fix it myself?

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

Charing Cross questions

Are you accredited?

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

Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?

Only if you’re sure it isn’t leaking. Check the ceiling below for damp.

Can you make an old tray look new?

Yes, it’s a common job. A full resurface makes a tired tray look fresh.

Can you fix a cracked tray?

Often. A tray that moves needs its support sorting before the repair.

Is a repair better than a new one?

In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.

Can you quote from pictures?

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

How much does shower tray repair cost in Charing Cross?

Repairs from £95. We give a fixed price from your pictures. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your W1F postcode.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.

What affects the price in Charing Cross

Repairs from £95. You will know the full cost before booking. We look at:

  • How many items we do on one visit
  • How many areas need work
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • The material

Compared with replacing, repairing normally costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

How to get a fixed price

Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • The material, if you know it

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

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