Oxfordshire · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Dorchester, Oxfordshire
Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing for homes and businesses in Dorchester and across Oxfordshire. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- Cracks running from the waste
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
How we handle shower tray repair in Dorchester
A worn or stained tray can be resurfaced, for a clean, uniform finish. We are frequently asked to fix cracks running from the waste and scratches from cleaning or grit, in cast iron, ceramic and acrylic.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Area
- Dorchester (OX10)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
About Dorchester
Dorchester is about 4 miles north-east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Our technicians come to homes and businesses in Dorchester, so there’s no workshop to go to. We cover 443 places in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Dorchester to London (about 47 miles away).
Our technicians cover all of OX10. Whether you live on High Street, Queen Street and Queens Close or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Other places close to Dorchester include Burcot (1 mile north-west), Little Wittenham (1 mile south-west), Berinsfield (1 mile north), Warborough (1 mile east) and Shillingford (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (8 miles north), Didcot (4 miles south-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (5 miles north-west), Thame (11 miles north-east), Wantage (12 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (14 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Dorchester
Our clients here include homes close to Dorchester St Birinus Church of England School, The White Hart Hotel Bar and Dorchester Abbey and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Culham station, roughly 3.1 miles west. A little further out are Brightwell Castle (2.3 miles south) and Littlemore Hospital (5.6 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Ewelme Watercress Beds and Wittenham Clumps.
Why repair rather than replace?
A new shower tray frequently means a new enclosure fitting, new tiling and new sealant. Repairing it avoids all of that. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Dorchester
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
See our pricing.
Work for landlords and builders
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Dorchester as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details.
Nearby places to Dorchester
What else we do in Dorchester
When to call us in Dorchester
Trays fitted on timber floors can crack if the floor moves, particularly if it wasn’t fully bedded. On concrete, an uneven base is the usual cause.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- A dull, stained or worn surface
- Chipped corners or rims
- Chips caused during fitting
- A cracked shower tray
Comparing quotes
- What happens if they find more damage
- How to look after the finish
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Who turns up on the day
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. These are the things that affect it:
- How much damage there is
- The material and finish
- How easy the damage is to reach
- How hard the colour is to match
Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Dorchester. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
How to get a fixed price
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Please include:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Natural light rather than flash
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A photo taken from further back
To get a price, send two or three pictures through our quote form or call us. We’ll say straight away whether it can be repaired.
The process
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we’ve agreed what we’re doing. Most jobs take a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
- Next we clean and prepare the tray.
- We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
- We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the entire tray.
- Once cured, usually by the day after, you can use the shower.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Get a quote
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
Advice
FAQs for Dorchester
Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?
In most cases. A tray that moves needs its support sorting before the repair.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders across Oxfordshire.
Can pets and children be at home?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. The rest of the house is unaffected.
What areas do you cover?
All of Oxfordshire, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
How do I get a price for shower tray repair in Dorchester?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up and a photo of the entire item and your postcode.
What happens if you find more damage?
We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
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.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so good support matters. We repair cracks and scratches.
Ceramic
Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. They chip and crack from impact, and the repair is polished to match the shine.
DIY kit or professional repair?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
Aftercare tips
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Get a moving tray checked
- Avoid strong descalers and bleach
- Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
- Store bottles off the tray
Store heavy bottles on a shelf, not on the tray, to avoid chips.
Failed sealant around a tray should be replaced quickly. It lets water behind the tray and can damage the floor below.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
