Stoke-on-Trent · England

Shower Tray Repair in Chell

We travel to Chell for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chipped corners or rims
  • A cracked shower tray
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair near Chell

Repairing versus replacing in Chell

A new shower tray often means a new enclosure fitting, new tiling and new sealant. Repairing it avoids all of that and costs far less. Prices start from £95. A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.

What you get with us

  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • Colour mixed on the day to match

Take a look at our prices page.

How we handle shower tray repair in Chell

We repair a lot of shower trays. Chips by the waste, cracks across the base and dull, stained surfaces are all things we fix in place. We work on stone resin, acrylic and cast iron, and common reasons people contact us are a tray that looks tired however much you clean it and a tray that creaks or moves underfoot.

We guarantee the work for a year. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.

Area
Chell (ST6, ST7)
County
Stoke-on-Trent
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

What your shower tray is made of matters

Enamelled steel

Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Chips can rust if they’re left, so early repairs help.

Stone resin

Stone resin is a dense, rigid material with a smooth gel coat. Poor support underneath leads to cracks, and chips are filled and matched to the surface.

What we do, step by step

Here’s how a visit normally runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and tidy away. Plan for a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. Before we go, we will explain when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.

  1. First, we check whether the tray moves.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned and opened up.
  3. We reinforce any crack and fill the damage.
  4. We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
  5. It’s left to cure, usually until the next day.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Open a window if you can

Getting a price

Upload photos of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you are in Chell, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.

Send pictures for a quote

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Chell and nearby

Chell is about 1 mile north-east of Tunstall, in Stoke-on-Trent. From the centre of Chell to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Chell is one of 59 towns and villages in Stoke-on-Trent we cover. You can also see our page for Manchester, about 28 miles away.

Our visits in ST6 and ST7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Jobs here include addresses on Barber Road, Colley Road and Edge Avenue. Being close to the A527, Chell is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover include Bemersley Green (1 mile north-east), Ridgeway (1 mile north-east), Norton le Moors (2 miles south-east), Stadmorslow (2 miles north) and Bradeley (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Stoke-on-Trent (4 miles south), Hanley (3 miles south), Stoke-upon-Trent (4 miles south), Fenton (5 miles south), Dimsdale (3 miles south-west) and Porthill (3 miles south-west).

Landmarks near Chell

Around Chell, we work in homes near Ormiston Horizon Academy, Whitfield Valley Primary Academy and St Michael's, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Longport station, about 2.2 miles south-west. Further afield, we also cover the area around Ceramica (1.8 miles south) and Smallthorne Urban District (2.1 miles south-east). Not far away are Westport Lake and Bignall Hill.

Map of Chell © OpenStreetMap contributors

When a repair isn’t the answer

Not everything can be repaired, and we’ll tell you before we start. We can’t fix:

  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray

Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.

Materials we repair

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

Landlords, agents and businesses in Chell

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.

Hospitality businesses cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.

Keeping it looking good

Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:

  • Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
  • Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
  • Don’t ignore a tray that flexes
  • Avoid strong descalers and bleach

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

Do not keep using a cracked tray. Water can get through to the floor and walls, where it causes damage you cannot see.

Common questions in Chell

Is there any odour?

Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, which is why we ventilate. It clears as the materials cure.

Will you leave a mess?

We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.

Is repairing better than replacing?

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

Can I keep using a cracked tray?

It’s best to stop using it until it’s checked, because water may be getting underneath.

Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?

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

Can you quote from photos?

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

How quickly can you book me in?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.

Are there extra charges for Chell?

We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.

How we price shower tray repair

Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:

  • How much damage there is
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • What kind of damage it is
  • The material

Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.

How to get a fixed quote

Phone pictures are fine. Ensure they show:

  • Where you are, by postcode
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Details of any past repairs
  • What it’s made of, if you know

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

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

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.

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