Oldham · England

Shower Tray Repair for Dobcross homes

Our repair technicians come to Dobcross for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair near Dobcross

Shower tray repair in Dobcross without replacing anything

A worn or stained tray can be resurfaced, for a clean, uniform finish without removing the screen or tiles. Whether it’s movement when you stand on it and a tray that looks tired however much you clean it, we can normally put it right, whatever the material.

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

Area
Dobcross (OL3)
County
Oldham
Cover
One year on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Keeping it looking good

Once the work has cured, treat it gently:

  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use
  • Get a moving tray checked
  • Don’t use strong acids or bleach
  • Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth

Store heavy bottles on a shelf, not on the tray, so they cannot be knocked over.

Every shower forces a little water into a crack, and over months that can rot the floor. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.

Common questions in Dobcross

How do I get a price for shower tray repair in Dobcross?

Repairs from £95. We give a fixed price based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your OL3 postcode.

Do you reseal the tray as well?

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

Are you a vetted contractor?

We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.

Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?

Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.

How long does it take to cure?

Normally by the following day. We’ll tell you the exact time when we finish.

Can you price it without visiting?

Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.

Do you work in Dobcross?

We do. We send a technician to Dobcross for every job, with no extra charge for travel.

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

What we’re called out for in Dobcross

Trays crack mainly because they move: without a solid, level base underneath, it flexes each time someone stands on it. Chips usually come from dropped bottles.

Keep an eye out for any of the following:

  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • Damage from a refit or building work
  • Chips or cracks by the plughole

What your quote should include

  • How your room will be protected
  • Who will actually do the work
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price

Choosing a repair company

Covering Dobcross

Dobcross is about 2 miles north-east of Lees, in Oldham. Whether you are in the middle of Dobcross or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Our repair technicians cover all 72 towns and villages across Oldham, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Dobcross to Manchester (10 miles away).

Our technicians cover all of OL3 and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as The Square, Woods Lane and Nudger Green, all of which we cover. We also travel to Greenfield (1 mile south-east), Wall Hill (1 mile west), Rough Knarr (1 mile west), Delph (1 mile north) and Doctor Lane Head (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Oldham (4 miles west), Chadderton (6 miles west), Royton (5 miles west), Failsworth (7 miles south-west), Shaw (4 miles north-west) and Coppice (5 miles south-west).

Near you in Dobcross

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St Chad's House, The Swan Inn and Holy Trinity Church, among other places. Nearby too are Saddleworth School (0.6 miles south-east) and Holy Trinity CofE Dobcross Primary School (within half a mile west). For rail, the closest station is Greenfield station, roughly 1.2 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Mossley (2.8 miles south) and Royal Oldham Hospital (4.4 miles west). For a walk, there is Pots and Pans Hill.

Map of Dobcross © OpenStreetMap contributors

When a repair is not the answer

It helps to know what we cannot do too:

  • Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
  • Plumbing leaks under the tray
  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath

Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.

Materials we work on in Dobcross

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

Landlord and trade work in Dobcross

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Oldham and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.

How we price shower tray repair

Prices start from £95. There’s no area surcharge for Dobcross. The price reflects:

  • Access to the area
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • Doing more than one item at once
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off

Our prices are the same across the UK, so there is no premium for Dobcross. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

How to get a fixed quote

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

  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Something in shot to show the size

Upload pictures of the damage and one of the entire item, with your OL3 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.

DIY kit or professional repair?

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.

Repairs by material

Ceramic

Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. They chip and crack from impact, and the repair is polished to match the shine.

Acrylic

Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so good support matters. Cracks and scratches can be repaired.

How the visit works

There is not much you need to do on the day. Let us in and show us the room, and we’ll get on with it. Most visits take a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, tidy-up included.

  1. We check the tray for movement first.
  2. We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
  3. We reinforce any crack and fill the damage.
  4. We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
  5. It’s left to cure, usually until the day after.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
  • Point us to the nearest place to park

Getting a price

For a price in Dobcross, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Get a fixed price

Advice

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