Dudley · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Cradley, Dudley
Shower tray repair in and around Cradley: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Movement when you stand on it
- A damaged area around the waste
Shower tray repair at your home in Cradley
In most cases, a damaged tray can be repaired where it is, from a chip by the waste to a crack across the base. We match the colour and finish so the repair blends in. Whether it’s staining and dullness across the tray and chips caused during fitting, we can normally put it right, whatever the material.
You’re covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Location
- Cradley (B63, B64, DY9)
- Area hub
- Dudley
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
When to call us in Cradley
Cracks often start at the waste, where the tray is cut and the fitting is tightened.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
- A crack across the base
- A dull, stained or worn surface
- A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
What your quote should include
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- What aftercare is recommended
Also near Cradley
Also in Cradley
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.
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.
Repairs by material
Ceramic
Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.
Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.
What happens on the day
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface for most jobs. The room is left tidy and you will know when it can be used.
- We protect the floor and the enclosure.
- Any sealant in the way is cut out.
- The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
- The surface is refinished to match.
- We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.
Getting ready for the visit
- Ensure the area is dry
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Ask for a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll say immediately whether it can be repaired.
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Why repair rather than replace?
The tray is generally the last thing fitted and the first thing tiled up to, so replacing one disturbs a lot around it. A repair keeps everything as it is. Prices start from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing usually costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Cradley
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
See our prices page.
Where we work around Cradley
Cradley is about 1 mile west of Halesowen, in Dudley. Our repair technicians come to homes and businesses in Cradley and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. We work in all 63 towns and villages across Dudley. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 8 miles away.
We work across the B63, B64 and DY9 postcode area. We regularly work on streets such as Avon Road, Park Road and West Road. We also travel to Colley Gate (1 mile south), Belle Vale (1 mile south-east), Cradley Heath (1 mile north-east), Haden Hill (1 mile north-east) and Lutley (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Dudley (3 miles north), Kingswinford (4 miles north-west), Sedgley (5 miles north), Milking Bank (4 miles north), Norton (3 miles west) and Eve Hill (4 miles north).
Near you in Cradley
Typical jobs here are in homes near Richmond Boys School, Colley Lane Primary Academy and Cradley High School and the streets around them. Nearby too are St Peter's Parish Church (within half a mile north) and Haden Hill Park (1.1 miles north-east). The closest station to Cradley is Cradley Heath station, roughly 0.7 miles north. A little further out are Lace Guild Museum (2.9 miles west) and Rowley Regis Hospital (2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Cradley include Portway Hill and Wychbury Hill.
Cradley questions
Is there a call-out fee?
We don’t add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.
Do I have to be there?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You do not need to watch us work.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, we often do. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?
Typically, as long as it does not flex. The crack is reinforced, filled and refinished.
Is it messy?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?
It’s best to stop using it until it’s checked, because water may be getting underneath.
Aftercare tips
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
- Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
- Get a moving tray checked
- Rinse the tray after each shower
Store heavy bottles on a shelf, not on the tray, to avoid chips.
Do not keep using a cracked tray. Water can get through to the floor and walls, and the damage below isn’t visible.
Landlord and trade work in Cradley
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
What affects the price in Cradley
Repairs from £95. We price every job individually, from your pictures. The main factors are:
- Access to the area
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The material
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.
How to get a fixed quote
You can take the photos on your phone, there is no need for anything special. Ensure they show:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Where you are, by postcode
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Any details about the material
Upload a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, with your B63 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
