Dorset · England
Shower Tray Repair for Fifehead Magdalen homes
We travel to Fifehead Magdalen for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Chipped corners or rims
- Movement when you stand on it
About our shower tray repair in Fifehead Magdalen
The first thing we do is check the tray: a tray that moves needs its support sorted first, or the crack will come back. We’ll explain what we find. If you’re dealing with cracks running from the waste and a tray that looks tired however much you clean it, we can typically put it right, on enamelled steel, ceramic and stone resin alike.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Where
- Fifehead Magdalen (SP8)
- Region
- Dorset
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I try a DIY kit first?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
Looking after it afterwards
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Avoid strong descalers and bleach
- Store bottles off the tray
- Give the tray a quick rinse after use
- Stick to gentle cleaners
Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off the tray. Warm water and a mild detergent is enough.
Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water can get through to the floor and walls, and the damage below isn’t visible.
What happens on the day
You don’t need to empty the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and start once you’re happy with the plan. It typically takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- First we check the tray is solid and work out why any crack happened.
- The damaged area, or the whole tray, is cleaned and prepared.
- 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.
- We leave it to cure; the shower is normally usable the next day.
How to prepare
- Clear the area around the damage
- Make sure the area is dry
- Let us know about parking or access
How to get a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures through our quote form or ring us. We will say straight away if a repair is the right fix.
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What shower tray repair costs
Prices start from £95. You’ll know the full cost before you book. We take into account:
- What the surface is made of
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The colour and finish to match
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
Set against the cost of replacement, repairing usually costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Send pictures for a quote
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Where you are, by postcode
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole shower tray, we can give you a fixed quote the same day in most cases.
Fifehead Magdalen: your questions answered
Is a cracked tray repairable?
Often. If the tray moves, the support needs fixing first.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
Can pets and children be at home?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
How do I book?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we will take it from there.
How much does shower tray repair cost in Fifehead Magdalen?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed price from your pictures. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Can you resurface a whole tray?
Yes. We can resurface the whole tray for a fresh finish.
Is there a call-out fee?
We don’t add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.
Will you leave a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
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Common problems we fix in Fifehead Magdalen
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.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
- A damaged area around the waste
- Chips caused during fitting
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Whether they match the colour on site
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
What we can’t put right
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
- A tray that moves underfoot
- Trays cracked in several places
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before booking.
What we work on
- Ceramic
- Stone resin
- Enamelled steel
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
Fifehead Magdalen and the surrounding area
Fifehead Magdalen is about 11 miles north-west of Blandford Forum, in Dorset. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Our repair technicians cover all 462 towns and villages across Dorset, from the larger towns to small villages.
Here we cover the SP8 postcode area. If you are just outside Fifehead Magdalen, we cover Marnhull (1 mile south), Lower Nyland (2 miles west), Pleck (2 miles south), Walton Elm (2 miles south) and Higher Nyland (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Blandford Forum (11 miles south-east), Gillingham (4 miles north-east), Shaftesbury (6 miles east), Sherborne (9 miles west), Peacemarsh (4 miles north-east) and Sturminster Newton (4 miles south).
Around Fifehead Magdalen
In Fifehead Magdalen, that means homes near St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Church of St Mary Magdalen and The Ship Inn. For rail, the closest station is Gillingham (Dorset) station, about 3.6 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Westminster Memorial Hospital (5.2 miles east) and Gillingham Museum (3.7 miles north-east).
Why repair rather than replace?
A new shower tray normally means taking out the enclosure and tiles, preparing a new base and re-tiling. Repairing or resurfacing the tray keeps all of that in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Fifehead Magdalen
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- One visit for most repairs
See our pricing.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so a firm base is essential. We repair cracks and scratches.
Stone resin
Stone resin trays are heavy and rigid with a gel-coat finish. Poor support underneath leads to cracks, and chips are filled and matched to the surface.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
