South Tyneside · England
Shower Tray Repair for East Boldon homes
Our repair technicians come to East Boldon for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A crack across the base
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
What we do, step by step
You do not need to empty the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and start once you are happy with the plan. 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’re there.
- We make sure the tray does not flex and look for the cause of any crack.
- We clean and prepare the damaged area or the entire 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.
- Once cured, typically by the next day, you can use the shower.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
Ask for a price
There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
Related advice
Shower tray repair in East Boldon without replacing anything
We repair a lot of shower trays. Chips by the waste, cracks across the base and dull, stained surfaces can all be put right without removing the tray. We work on ceramic, acrylic and enamelled steel, and common reasons people contact us are movement when you stand on it and a crack across the base.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Area
- East Boldon (NE36)
- Region
- South Tyneside
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What a repair cannot fix
Not everything can be repaired, and we’d rather say so up front. Repairs will not solve:
- Multiple cracks across the tray
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Materials we work on in East Boldon
- Acrylic
- Ceramic
- Stone resin
- Cast iron
- Enamelled steel
Aftercare tips
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Check the seal every few months
- Rinse the tray after each shower
- Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
- Ventilate the room after showers
Check the silicone around the tray every few months, and replace it when it splits or goes black.
Don’t keep using a cracked tray. Water can get through to the floor and walls, where it causes damage you can’t see.
Where we work around East Boldon
East Boldon is about 2 miles south of South Shields, in South Tyneside. Jobs in East Boldon are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your photos, then a visit to do the work. We work in 14 places across South Tyneside. We work right across the region, from East Boldon to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 9 miles away).
We work across NE36. Local streets include Station Road, The Hawthorns and Burnham Grove, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around East Boldon: West Boldon (1 mile west), Cleadon (1 mile north-east), Whiteleas (1 mile north), Witherwack (1 mile south-east) and Biddick Hall (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Jarrow (3 miles north-west), Hebburn (4 miles north-west), Westoe (3 miles north), Monkton (3 miles north-west), Primrose (3 miles north-west) and Willington Quay (4 miles north-west).
Landmarks near East Boldon
Our clients here include homes close to Boldon School, East Boldon Infants' School and Hylton Red House School. East Boldon has its own railway station: East Boldon station. Other landmarks nearby include Monkwearmouth Station Museum (2.9 miles south-east) and Hylton Castle (1.7 miles south). For a walk, there’s Cleadon Hills and WWT Washington.
FAQs for East Boldon
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
You get a fixed price and available dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
Can you quote from photos?
In nearly every case. If photos don’t show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Is my repair covered?
Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Do the materials smell?
Expect a mild smell while we are working.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Most of the time. Let us know what was used before.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Repair or replace: which is better?
A new shower tray often means a new enclosure fitting, new tiling and new sealant. Repairing it avoids all of that, at a fraction of the cost. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in East Boldon
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Fixed prices from your photos
See our prices page.
When to call us in East Boldon
On timber floors, movement can crack a tray, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On solid floors, cracks usually point to an uneven base.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed any of these:
- Cracks running from the waste
- Chips on the edges
- Scratches in the surface
- Chips caused during fitting
Before booking anyone
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- When it can be used again
- If travel is included in the price
- Whether a trained technician does the job
Landlords, agents and businesses in East Boldon
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so a firm base is essential. Cracks and scratches can be repaired.
Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.
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Should I try a DIY kit first?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
