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Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Digby, Devon

Damaged shower tray in Digby? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A dull, stained or worn surface
  • A cracked shower tray
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair near Digby

Shower tray repair in Digby, done in place

Most tray damage can be repaired in place, from chipped edges to cracks across the floor of the tray. The colour and finish are matched. We regularly repair stone resin, cast iron and acrylic, and people most often call us about a tray that creaks or moves underfoot and a cracked shower tray.

Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee in Digby and across Devon.

Where
Digby (EX2, EX3, EX5)
Region
Devon
Cover
One year on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

When to call us in Digby

Trays crack mainly because they move: without a solid, level base underneath, every shower puts strain on it. Chips typically come from dropped bottles.

Keep an eye out for these signs:

  • A cracked shower tray
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • Damage around the waste
  • Staining and dullness across the tray

Questions to ask before you book

  • What prep work is covered
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • How your room will be protected
  • How the colour is matched

How to compare quotes

DIY repairs versus a professional job

What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.

How to care for the repair

A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:

  • Keep the bathroom well ventilated
  • Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use

Rinse the tray down after showering, clean with mild cleaners, and keep the sealant in good condition so water cannot get underneath.

A tray that moves underfoot needs looking at, before it cracks.

The process

We work cleanly and quietly, so you can carry on at home. We protect the area first, then the work takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. First, we check whether the tray moves.
  2. We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
  3. Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
  4. We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
  5. We leave it to cure, normally until the following day.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Clear the area around the damage

Ask for a price

Upload a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Digby, and we will come back with a fixed quote.

Get a fixed quote

Related advice

Where we work around Digby

Digby is about 2 miles south-east of Exeter, in Devon. We travel to homes and businesses in Digby and the surrounding area, so nothing has to leave your home. Digby is one of 586 towns and villages in Devon where we work.

Every address in EX2, EX3 and EX5 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Jobs here include addresses on Rydon Lane, Digby Road and Apple Lane. Close by, we cover Clyst Heath (1 mile east), Newcourt (1 mile south), St Loye's (1 mile west), Countess Wear (1 mile south-west) and Clyst St Mary (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Exmouth (7 miles south-east), Newton Abbot (14 miles south-west), Tiverton (14 miles north), Teignmouth (11 miles south), Sidmouth (11 miles east) and Honiton (14 miles north-east).

Local landmarks in Digby

Our customers here include homes close to St Peter's Church of England Aided School, Toby Carvery pub and Ludwell Valley Park and the streets around them. Also close by are Clyst Heath Nursery and Community Primary School (under half a mile north), St Luke's Science and Sports College (1.4 miles north) and Saint Lawrence's Church (0.9 miles north). Digby has its own railway station: Digby & Sowton station. Nearby you’ll also find Wonford House Hospital (1.3 miles west) and Darts Farm (2.2 miles south-east). Open spaces near Digby include Bowling Green Marsh RSPB reserve.

Map of Digby © OpenStreetMap contributors

What your shower tray is made of matters

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are rigid and slim. They need a flat, solid base, and we match repairs to the surface finish.

Ceramic

Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. They chip and crack from impact, and the repair is polished to match the shine.

Digby questions

Is the work guaranteed?

Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

Is it OK to use a cracked tray?

Only if you are sure it isn’t leaking. Check the ceiling below for damp.

Can pets and children be at home?

Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.

Is it messy?

We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.

How do I book?

Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll do the rest.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Usually, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.

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.

Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?

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

Landlords, agents and businesses in Digby

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

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

Repair or replace in Digby?

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. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Digby. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Digby

  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • Fixed prices from your pictures
  • One-year guarantee on every repair

Read our full price list.

What shower tray repair costs

Repairs from £95. You will know the full cost before you book. We look at:

  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • How easy the damage is to reach

Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.

Getting a price from pictures

Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what we need:

  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Details of any past repairs
  • A wider photo showing the entire shower tray
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the shower tray, add your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

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