Derby · England
Shower Tray Repair for Derby homes
We travel to Derby for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- A crack across the base
- Movement when you stand on it
About our shower tray repair in Derby
Every crack has a cause, and we find it first. A tray that moves needs its support sorting first, so the repair lasts. Whether it’s scratches in the surface and damage from a refit or building work, we can help.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Derby.
Different materials, different repairs
Ceramic
Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. They chip and crack from impact, and the repair is polished to match the shine.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Nearby places to Derby
Other services in Derby
Looking after it afterwards
How the surface is treated afterwards matters:
- Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
- Report any creaking or movement early
- Keep the bathroom well ventilated
- Don’t use strong acids or bleach
Check the silicone around the tray every few months, and reseal when it starts to fail.
If the tray creaks or moves, get it checked, before it cracks.
What affects the price in Derby
Prices start from £95. We price every job individually, from your photos. What matters most is:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Doing more than one item at once
- What the surface is made of
- Access to the area
Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.
How to get a fixed quote
Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Where you are, by postcode
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
To get a price, send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Where we work around Derby
Derby is in England. Anywhere in DE24, we carry out the work at your property. We work in all 31 towns and villages across Derby. Our jobs stretch from Derby to Birmingham (about 35 miles away).
Every address in DE24, DE21, DE23 and DE22 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From Liversage Square, Edensor Square and Copecastle Square or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Main roads around Derby include the A6 and A38, which makes travel easy. We also cover the places around Derby: Litchurch (1 mile east), Pear Tree (1 mile south), Cathedral Quarter (1 mile north), Osmaston (1 mile south-east) and Little Chester (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Oakwood (3 miles north-east), Shelton Lock (3 miles south-east), Spondon (3 miles east), Allestree (3 miles north), Mickleover (3 miles west) and Little Eaton (4 miles north).
Landmarks near Derby
Our customers here include homes close to Alvaston Park, St Chad's Church and Ye Olde Spa Inn Public House, among other places. Other local landmarks include Derby St Chad's CofE (VC) Nursery and Infant School (under half a mile west), Derby Cathedral School (0.6 miles east) and Firs Estate School (0.6 miles west). The closest station to Derby is Derby station, roughly 0.7 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Royal Crown Derby Museum (less than half a mile east) and Derbion (0.5 miles north-east).
What we do, step by step
Once we are through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We ensure the tray does not flex and look for the cause of any crack.
- We clean and prepare the damaged area or the whole tray.
- We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
- The repair is colour matched, or the entire tray gets a new finish.
- The tray is left to cure and can usually be used the following day.
How to prepare
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Getting a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
Related advice
Derby questions
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Do you redo the sealant?
Yes, if you’d like us to. It’s a good time to replace old sealant.
Do you come to Derby?
Yes, we do. Repair technicians travel to Derby from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
How much does shower tray repair cost in Derby?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed price from your pictures. Send a close-up and a picture of the whole item with your DE24 postcode.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?
Not until you know the crack isn’t letting water through. Check the ceiling below for damp.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Derby
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. 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 most of our work is done in a single visit. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
Do you need shower tray repair in Derby?
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.
Most people get in touch when they notice something like this:
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
- Chipped corners or rims
- A tray that flexes
- Scratches in the surface
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- What aftercare is recommended
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- What protection goes down before work starts
Repair or replace in Derby?
The tray is typically 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 normally 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 Derby
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Colour-matched on site
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
See our prices page.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
