Sunderland · England

Shower Tray Repair in East Herrington

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

  • Repairs from £95
  • Staining and dullness across the tray
  • A tray that flexes
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for East Herrington homes

About our shower tray repair in East Herrington

We repair a lot of shower trays. Chips by the waste, cracks across the base and dull, stained surfaces are all things we fix in place. If you’re dealing with snagging damage in a new bathroom and a tray that flexes, we can typically put it right, on ceramic, enamelled steel and acrylic alike.

You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we will come back.

Area
East Herrington (SR3, DH4, SR5)
Region
Sunderland
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish

What we’re called out for in East Herrington

Heavy bottles, shower heads and dropped razors chip trays, typically on the edges or near the plughole.

Look out for these signs:

  • Chips caused during fitting
  • Chipped corners or rims
  • A damaged area around the waste
  • Staining and dullness across the tray

What to look for in a quote

  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • What happens if they find more damage
  • Who turns up on the day
  • How the colour is matched

Choosing a repair company

Can I fix it myself?

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.

If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

How to care for the repair

Looking after the surface is easy:

  • Replace failing sealant promptly
  • Rinse the tray after each shower
  • Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
  • Get a moving tray checked

Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, gentle cleaning and good ventilation keep it in good shape.

A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, and over months that can rot the floor. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.

Repairs by material

Ceramic

Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. They chip and crack from impact, and we match the gloss when we repair them.

Acrylic

Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.

When we would advise against a repair

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • Trays cracked in several places
  • Damage below the tray that needs a builder
  • Leaking waste fittings

If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before you book.

What we work on

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

Where we work around East Herrington

East Herrington is about 2 miles south-west of Sunderland, in Sunderland. Whether you are in the middle of East Herrington or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We cover 75 places across Sunderland. Our jobs stretch from East Herrington to Newcastle upon Tyne (11 miles away).

Jobs in SR3, DH4 and SR5 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Crow Lane, Arkle Road and Meadow Lane. Nearby, we also work in Herrington (1 mile west), Middle Herrington (1 mile west), Farringdon (1 mile east), Gilley Law (1 mile north-east) and Thorney Close (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Washington (4 miles north-west), Sunniside (3 miles north-east), Fulwell (5 miles north-east), Hendon (3 miles north-east), Hetton-le-Hole (3 miles south) and Hylton Castle (4 miles north).

Landmarks near East Herrington

Around East Herrington, we work in homes near St. Chad's, Farringdon Community Academy and Board Inn, among other places. Also close by are East Herrington Primary Academy (within half a mile north-east) and Barnes Park (1.9 miles north-east). For rail, the closest station is Sunderland station, about 3.3 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Grindon Museum (1.2 miles north) and Sunderland Royal Hospital (2.5 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Warden Law and WWT Washington.

  • Local facilities include East and Middle Herrington (within half a mile south)
Map of East Herrington © OpenStreetMap contributors

Landlord and trade work in East Herrington

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Sunderland and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Rented homes see more wear and tear, 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.

FAQs for East Herrington

Is there a call-out fee?

There’s no separate call-out charge. Your fixed price includes everything.

Can landlords book you?

Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Sunderland.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.

Do I have to be there?

We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.

What do you need from me?

Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.

Is a cracked tray repairable?

In most cases. If the tray moves, the support needs fixing first.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Of course, and it usually saves money. Send pictures of everything together and we will quote them together.

Will there be a smell?

There may be a mild smell during the work.

What shower tray repair costs

Repairs from £95. Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:

  • What kind of damage it is
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • How much damage there is
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off

Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.

Getting a price from pictures

The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • A wider photo showing the whole shower tray
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before

You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.

What we do, step by step

On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will take it from there. The job generally runs to a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Any sealant in the way is cut out.
  3. The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
  4. The surface is refinished to match.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.

Before we arrive

  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access

Ask for a price

To get a price, send two or three photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

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