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Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Folly Gate, Devon
Shower tray repair for Folly Gate, without a refit. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- A cracked shower tray
- A dull, stained or worn surface
Covering Folly Gate
Folly Gate is about 16 miles north of Tavistock, in Devon. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so you are not left waiting in all day. Folly Gate is one of 586 places in Devon we cover.
All of EX20 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We regularly work on streets such as Chapel Lane, Spinney Way and Cleave Close and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Folly Gate: Okehampton (2 miles south-east), Jacobstowe (2 miles north), Stockley (2 miles south-east), Exbourne (3 miles north-east) and Thorndon Cross (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Great Torrington (14 miles north), Holsworthy (15 miles west), Hatherleigh (4 miles north-west), North Tawton (6 miles north-east), Winkleigh (7 miles north-east) and Chagford (10 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Folly Gate
Around Folly Gate, we work in homes near Okehampton College and The Crossways Inn, among other places. The nearest railway station is Okehampton station, roughly 2.4 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Okehampton Community Hospital (1.9 miles south-east) and Museum of Policing in Devon and Cornwall (2 miles south-east).
Shower tray repair in Folly Gate without replacing anything
Most tray damage can be repaired in place, from chipped edges to cracks across the floor of the tray. We match the colour and finish so the repair blends in. We’re frequently asked to fix chipped corners or rims and cracks running from the waste, in acrylic, enamelled steel and stone resin.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Location
- Folly Gate (EX20)
- Area hub
- Devon
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Folly Gate as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
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Repairs by material
Enamelled steel
Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Chips can rust if they’re left, so it’s worth repairing early.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Common problems we fix in Folly Gate
Trays crack mainly because they move: without a solid, level base underneath, every shower puts strain on it. Chips typically come from dropped bottles.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Chips on the edges
- Chips caused during fitting
- Scratches from cleaning or grit
- Staining and dullness across the tray
What to look for in a quote
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
Should you replace it?
If the tray is solid and the crack hasn’t let water spread, repair is normally best. If water has damaged the floor, or the tray is cracked in several places, a new tray may be better. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book, with nothing added on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Folly Gate
- No extra charge for your area
- We leave the room as we found it
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Take a look at our pricing.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. We clean up when we’re done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- The surrounding area is sheeted and masked.
- Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
- The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
- We refinish the surface to match the tray.
- We clean up and give you the curing time.
Getting ready for the visit
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Make sure the area is dry
How to get a price
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole shower tray, include your postcode and send them to us. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.
Related advice
What shower tray repair costs
Prices start from £95. We price every job individually. What matters most is:
- The colour and finish to match
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Send photos for a quote
Two or three clear photos are typically enough. Try to include:
- Any details about the material
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Where you are, by postcode
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
FAQs for Folly Gate
Are you accredited?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we will quote them together.
Is it OK to use a cracked tray?
Not until you know the crack isn’t letting water through. Check the ceiling below for damp.
What areas do you cover?
All of Devon, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, we often do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
What information do you need?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
Looking after it afterwards
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Don’t stand heavy bottles on the tray
- Replace failing sealant promptly
- Give the tray a quick rinse after use
- Stick to gentle cleaners
Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, mild cleaners and good ventilation are all it needs.
Act on split sealant early. It lets water behind the tray and can damage the floor below.
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.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
