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Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Combe, Devon

Shower tray repair in and around Combe: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A crack across the base
  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair in Combe

About our shower tray repair in Combe

You do not always need a new tray. If it’s firmly supported, we can repair it where it is, which is far less work than a replacement. Typical jobs include chipped corners or rims and movement when you stand on it, in stone resin, acrylic and ceramic.

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

Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish
Where
Combe (PL8, PL9)
Region
Devon
Cover
One year on every repair
Price
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

About Combe

Combe is about 4 miles south-east of Lipson, in Devon. Wherever you are in the PL8 postcode area, we come to you. Combe is one of 586 places in Devon we cover.

Every address in PL8 and PL9 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Lodge Lane, Combe Lane and Orchard Road, and we cover them all. Combe is on the A379, so it’s easy for us to reach. Close by, we cover Brixton (1 mile east), Elburton (1 mile north-west), Sherford (1 mile north), Hollacombe (1 mile south-west) and Plymstock (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Tavistock (14 miles north), Ivybridge (6 miles north-east), Kingsbridge (13 miles east), Salcombe (14 miles south-east), Buckfastleigh (15 miles north-east) and South Brent (11 miles north-east).

Near you in Combe

Our clients here include homes close to Foxhound pub, Church of St Mary and Plymstock Library, among other places. Other local landmarks include Coombe Dean School (1.4 miles west) and St Mary's Church of England Primary School (0.5 miles east). The closest station to Combe is Plymouth station, about 4.6 miles north-west. Further afield, we also cover the area around Mount Gould Hospital and Local Care Centre (3.5 miles north-west) and Plymouth Castle (4 miles west).

Map of Combe © OpenStreetMap contributors

What a repair can’t fix

We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair won’t do:

  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
  • A tray broken in more than one place
  • Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed

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

Surfaces we repair

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

How it works

When we visit, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job normally takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. We ensure the tray doesn’t flex and look for the cause of any crack.
  2. We clean and prepare the damaged area or the entire tray.
  3. We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
  4. The repair is colour-matched, or the entire tray gets a new finish.
  5. The tray is left to cure and can generally be used the day after.

Preparing for the visit

  • Make sure the area is dry
  • Open a window if you can
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat

Getting a price

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We’ll say right away whether it can be repaired.

Send pictures for a quote

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Different materials, different repairs

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are heavy and rigid with a gel-coat finish. They crack if the base is not fully supported, and chips can be filled and matched.

Enamelled steel

Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.

DIY kit or professional repair?

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.

Should you replace it?

If the tray is solid and the crack hasn’t let water spread, repair is generally best. If the floor is damaged or the tray is badly cracked, replacement may make more sense. Prices start from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

Why book with us

  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • Usually one visit, start to finish
  • Colour-matched on site
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor

Take a look at our pricing.

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £95. There is no area surcharge for Combe. The price reflects:

  • What kind of damage it is
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • The material

Compared with replacing, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

How to get a fixed quote

When you take your photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare

Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, 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.

For landlords and businesses

Letting agents often send us pictures straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we will handle the rest.

What we are called out for in Combe

Trays crack mainly because they move: without a solid, level base underneath, it flexes each time someone stands on it. Dropped bottles cause most chips.

The things customers normally mention when they call include:

  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • Chips on the edges

What to look for in a quote

  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • Aftercare advice
  • When it can be used again
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price

Our hiring checklist

Your questions about shower tray repair in Combe

Do you redo the sealant?

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

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Usually, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one, so mention it when you send pictures.

Is it OK to use a cracked tray?

Not until you know the crack isn’t letting water through. Check the ceiling below for damp.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Typically, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.

Can you quote from photos?

Generally, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

Do you cover Combe?

We do. We send a technician to Combe for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

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