Suffolk · England

Shower Tray Repair for Clay Common homes

Shower tray repair across Clay Common and nearby, usually in one visit.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Movement when you stand on it
  • Damage around the waste
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair near Clay Common

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £95. You will know the full cost before you book. We take into account:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • How many areas need work
  • The material

Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.

Send pictures for a quote

Phone pictures are fine, there is no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:

  • Something in shot to show the size
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • Details of any past repairs
  • A wider photo showing the whole shower tray

Most customers in Clay Common get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

How we handle shower tray repair in Clay Common

We repair plenty of shower trays. Chips by the waste, cracks across the base and dull, stained surfaces can all be put right without removing the tray. Whether it’s chipped corners or rims and chips or cracks by the plughole, we can help, on ceramic, acrylic and enamelled steel alike.

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

Where
Clay Common (NR34)
Area hub
Suffolk
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

For landlords and businesses

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details.

Different materials, different repairs

Enamelled steel

Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Chips can rust if they’re left, so it’s worth repairing early.

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are popular because they’re rigid and low-profile. They need a flat, solid base, and we match repairs to the surface finish.

Common problems we fix in Clay Common

Most chips come from things dropped in the shower, usually along the edges or by the waste.

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

  • Chips caused during fitting
  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
  • A dull, stained or worn surface

Before you book anyone

  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • If travel is included in the price
  • Who turns up on the day

How to compare quotes

Why repair rather than replace?

When the tray is firm and dry underneath, repair is the obvious choice. If water has damaged the floor, or the tray is cracked in several places, a new tray may be better. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Clay Common

  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
  • One price list for the entire UK
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • One visit for most repairs

See our prices page.

When we would advise against a repair

A repair isn’t right for every job, including:

  • Multiple cracks across the tray
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.

Surfaces we repair

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

Looking after it afterwards

Once the work has cured, treat it gently:

  • Replace failing sealant promptly
  • Report any creaking or movement early
  • Avoid strong descalers and bleach
  • Store bottles off the tray

Keep an eye on the sealant, and replace it when it splits or goes black.

Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water may be getting under the tray, and the damage below is not visible.

About Clay Common

Clay Common is about 8 miles south-west of Lowestoft, in Suffolk. From the centre of Clay Common to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Clay Common is one of 731 places in Suffolk we cover.

Every address in NR34 is within our area. Local streets include Wash Lane and Kiln Road. If you’re just outside Clay Common, we cover Frostenden (1 mile east), Uggeshall (1 mile west), Wangford (1 mile south), Wrentham West End (2 miles north) and Wrentham (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Lowestoft (8 miles north-east), Beccles (6 miles north-west), Bungay (10 miles north-west), Halesworth (6 miles west), Leiston (12 miles south) and Carlton Colville (6 miles north-east).

What’s near Clay Common

In Clay Common, that means homes near Church of All Saints and the streets around them. Clay Common’s nearest station is Brampton (Suffolk) station, about 3.9 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Sotterley Agricultural Museum (3.2 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Reydon Wood.

Map of Clay Common © OpenStreetMap contributors

How it works

Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and start once you’re happy with the plan. It generally takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and you can get on with other things while we are there.

  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. We refinish the surface to match the tray.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings

Get a quote

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We’ll say right away if a repair is the right fix.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

Clay Common: your questions answered

Which areas do you work in?

Everywhere in the UK, Clay Common included. There’s no extra charge for travel.

Do you work in Clay Common?

Yes. We cover the entire UK and travel to Clay Common and the rest of Suffolk. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Most of the time. Let us know what was used before and we’ll plan for it.

Are you a vetted contractor?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.

Can you replace the silicone at the same time?

We can. After a repair is a good time to reseal.

How long does it take to cure?

You’ll get the exact time when we finish, generally the day after.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Normally, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?

Generally, if the tray is firmly supported. We reinforce the crack, fill it and refinish the surface.

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