Essex · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Cross End, Essex

Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing for householders, landlords and businesses in Cross End. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Cracks running from the waste
  • Damage from a refit or building work
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need shower tray repair in Cross End?

When a repair isn’t the answer

A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:

  • Damage below the tray that needs a builder
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
  • Trays cracked in several places

If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.

Materials we repair

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

About our shower tray repair in Cross End

If the entire tray looks tired, we can resurface it, giving it a fresh, even finish. We’re frequently asked to fix damage around the waste and staining and dullness across the tray, on ceramic, acrylic and enamelled steel.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we’ll come back.

Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after
Where
Cross End (CO9)
Area hub
Essex
Cover
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Repair or replace in Cross End?

Replacing a tray typically means refitting the screen, retiling and resealing. A repair leaves all of that untouched and costs far less. Prices start from £95. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.

Why Cross End customers choose us

  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • One price list for the whole UK
  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface

Read our pricing.

What we’re called out for in Cross End

Most cracked trays are trays that flex: if a tray wasn’t bedded on a solid, even base, it flexes each time someone stands on it. Chips normally come from dropped bottles.

Common reasons people in Cross End contact us are:

  • A tray that flexes
  • Damage around the waste
  • A dull, stained or worn surface
  • Damage from a refit or building work

Before booking anyone

  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • How changes to the job are handled

Our hiring checklist

What your shower tray is made of matters

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.

Ceramic

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

Common questions in Cross End

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we’ll quote them together.

Is the work guaranteed?

Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

Will you leave a mess?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we will tell you.

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted.

Can I keep using a cracked tray?

Only if you’re sure it isn’t leaking. Look for damp or stains below.

Do you charge for travel?

No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.

When can you do it?

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

Where we work around Cross End

Cross End is about 4 miles north-east of Halstead, in Essex. From the centre of Cross End to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We work in 644 places across Essex. You can also see our page for London, about 47 miles away.

Here we cover the CO9 postcode area. We also cover the places around Cross End: Alphamstone (2 miles north-east), Twinstead (2 miles north), Lamarsh (2 miles north-east), Bures (3 miles east) and Mount Bures (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (10 miles south-east), Braintree (9 miles south-west), Witham (12 miles south), Camulodunum (9 miles south-east), Halstead (4 miles south-west) and Greenstead (11 miles south-east).

What’s near Cross End

Typical jobs here are in homes near Parish Church of St John the Baptist and The King's Head Public House, among other places. The closest station to Cross End is Bures station, about 2.7 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Bung Chapel Museum (3.7 miles south-west) and Mount Bures (2.9 miles east). For a walk, there is Sergeants Orchard.

  • Other local spots include Belchamp Rural District (2 miles north)
Map of Cross End © OpenStreetMap contributors

Aftercare tips

Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:

  • Avoid strong descalers and bleach
  • Ventilate the room after showers
  • Stick to gentle cleaners
  • Don’t ignore a tray that flexes

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

Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water can get through to the floor and walls, where it causes damage you cannot see.

Work for landlords and builders

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip.

We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, photos and access details and we will handle the rest.

What affects the price in Cross End

Repairs from £95. We price every job individually, from your pictures. What matters most is:

  • What the surface is made of
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • Doing more than one item at once
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off

What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before you book.

Getting a price from pictures

Most quotes are done from photos alone. To help us price it:

  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings

You do not need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.

The process

From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
  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.

Preparing for the visit

  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit

Get a quote

For a price in Cross End, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Send photos for a quote

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