Derbyshire · England
Shower Tray Repair in Findern
Shower tray repair for Findern, without a refit. Get a fixed quote from your pictures, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Movement when you stand on it
- A crack across the base
Shower tray repair in Findern without replacing anything
Shower tray repairs are one of our most common jobs. Chips by the waste, cracks across the base and dull, stained surfaces can all be put right without removing the tray. We regularly repair stone resin, enamelled steel and cast iron, and the jobs we see most are chipped corners or rims and a tray that looks tired however much you clean it.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything is not right, ring us and we’ll come back.
- Location
- Findern (DE65)
- County
- Derbyshire
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Covering Findern
Findern is about 4 miles south-west of Derby, in Derbyshire. Wherever you are in the DE65 postcode area, a technician comes to you. Findern is one of 532 towns and villages in Derbyshire we cover. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 31 miles away.
Here we cover the DE65 postcode area. From Main Street, Hawthorn Crescent and Mill Close or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Other places close to Findern include Stenson (1 mile east), Willington (2 miles south-west), Burnaston (2 miles north-west), Twyford (2 miles south-east) and Etwall (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Swadlincote (7 miles south), Ilkeston (12 miles north-east), Long Eaton (11 miles east), Belper (11 miles north), Heanor (13 miles north-east) and Ripley (14 miles north-east).
Near you in Findern
We visit homes around Derby Pride Academy, Church of All Saints and Findern Primary School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Willington station, about 1.5 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Mackworth Castle (4.5 miles north) and Repton School Museum (2.2 miles south).
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Ceramic
Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. Impacts can chip or crack them, and we match the gloss when we repair them.
When we would advise against a repair
We will not take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- A tray that moves underfoot
- Trays cracked in several places
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we work on
- Acrylic
- Stone resin
- Ceramic
- Enamelled steel
- Cast iron
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
Also in Findern
Findern questions
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Usually, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one.
Can you fix a cracked tray?
Normally, as long as it doesn’t flex. The crack is reinforced, filled and refinished.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Usually, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
Can you quote from photos?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos can’t show what we need.
What areas do you cover?
All of Derbyshire, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Do you need shower tray repair in Findern?
On timber floors, movement can crack a tray, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On concrete, an uneven base is the usual cause.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- Staining and dullness across the tray
- A tray that flexes
- A cracked shower tray
- Scuffs and light scratches
Comparing quotes
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How to care for the finish
- How the colour is matched
Repairing versus replacing in Findern
When the tray is firm and dry underneath, repair is the obvious choice. If water has damaged the floor, or the tray is cracked in several places, a new tray may be better. Prices start from £95. A repair usually costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Findern
- Colour-matched on site
- Everything repaired in place
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
Read our full price list.
For landlords and businesses
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we will handle the rest.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
Looking after it afterwards
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Replace failing sealant promptly
- Use the extractor fan
- Report any creaking or movement early
- Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
Wait the full curing time before you shower. After that, mild cleaners and good ventilation are all it needs.
If the tray creaks or moves, get it checked, before it cracks or gets worse.
The process
The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can carry on at home. Protection goes down first, then the job itself takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. Before we leave, we explain how soon it can be used and how to care for it.
- We make sure the tray doesn’t flex and look for the cause of any crack.
- We clean and prepare the damaged area or the entire tray.
- We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
- We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
- We leave it to cure; the shower is normally usable the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Make sure the area is dry
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
Ask for a price
Most customers in Findern get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Related advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
