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Shower Tray Repair in Downe
Shower tray repair across Downe and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Repairs from £95
- Cracks running from the waste
- Scratches in the surface
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Enamelled steel
Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so it’s worth repairing early.
Acrylic
Acrylic trays are lighter and slightly flexible, so good support matters. We repair cracks and scratches.
Shower tray repair at your home in Downe
Before repairing a crack, we find out why it happened. If the tray moves, the support is fixed or flagged before we repair it, so the repair lasts. Our repair technicians work on enamelled steel, cast iron and stone resin, and people most frequently call us about a damaged area around the waste and a tray that creaks or moves underfoot.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right, ring us and we will sort it.
- Area
- Downe (BR6)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
How to care for the repair
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
- Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
- Ventilate the room after showers
Rinse the tray down after showering, use mild, non-abrasive cleaners, and keep an eye on the sealant so water can’t get underneath.
A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, which can damage the floor over time. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.
Do you need shower tray repair in Downe?
Dull and stained trays are generally down to cleaning: limescale, harsh chemicals and abrasive pads strip the surface finish.
Look out for any of the following:
- Chips caused during fitting
- A tray that flexes
- A cracked shower tray
- Damage around the waste
Before booking anyone
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- If travel is included in the price
- How to care for the finish
- How changes to the job are handled
Downe questions
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Are there extra charges for Downe?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.
Do I need to be at home?
We need someone to let us in. You don’t need to watch us work.
Is there any odour?
There can be some smell while we work. It clears as the materials cure.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
What happens if you find more damage?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
Do you redo the sealant?
Yes, if you’d like us to. It’s a good time to replace old sealant.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we will tell you.
What shower tray repair costs
Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How hard the colour is to match
- How many areas need work
- How many items we do on one visit
Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Getting a price from pictures
You can take the photos on your phone. Make sure they show:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A picture taken from further back
- Details of any past repairs
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures using our quote form or ring us. We will say right away whether it can be repaired.
Our work in Downe
Downe is about 4 miles south-west of Orpington, in Greater London. Jobs in Downe are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your pictures, then a visit to do the work. Downe is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we work. Our jobs stretch from Downe to London (13 miles away).
We work across the BR6 postcode area and the streets around it. That includes homes on High Street, North End Lane and Belle Vue Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Downe: Farthing Street (1 mile north-west), Hazelwood (1 mile east), Luxted (1 mile south), Leaves Green (1 mile west) and Single Street (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include London (13 miles north-west), City of Westminster (15 miles north-west), Marylebone (15 miles north-west), St Pancras (15 miles north-west), Shoreditch (14 miles north-west) and Hoxton (15 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Downe
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Charles Darwin School, South Park and The Queens Head pub. You’ll also find St Mary's Church (under half a mile south) and Downe Primary School (less than half a mile south). The closest station to Downe is Chelsfield station, roughly 2.6 miles north-east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Crofton Roman Villa (2.7 miles north-east) and Princess Royal University Hospital (1.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Downe Bank Nature Reserve and Betsom's Hill.
Honest limits
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, including:
- Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
- A tray broken in more than one place
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Stone resin
- Acrylic
- Ceramic
- Cast iron
- Enamelled steel
The process
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down 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 can get on with other things while we are there.
- We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
- The damaged area, or the whole tray, is cleaned and prepared.
- Chips and cracks are filled, reinforced and sanded level.
- We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the whole tray.
- The tray is left to cure and can usually be used the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
How to get a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole shower tray, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
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Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a tray typically means refitting the screen, retiling and resealing. A repair leaves all of that untouched. Prices start from £95. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Downe
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- No need to remove anything
Take a look at our pricing.
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