Sunderland · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Ford, Sunderland
Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing in Ford, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
- Cracks running from the waste
Shower tray repair in Ford without replacing anything
Stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays can all be repaired, or resurface the whole tray if it’s worn. Nothing is taken out, so the screen and tiling stay as they are. Our technicians work on acrylic, cast iron and enamelled steel, and the jobs we see most are chips caused during fitting and scratches from cleaning or grit.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are not left on your own once we’ve gone.
- Where
- Ford (SR4)
- County
- Sunderland
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What your shower tray is made of matters
Acrylic
Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so a firm base is essential. We repair cracks and scratches.
Ceramic
Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. Impacts can chip or crack them, and we match the gloss when we repair them.
Looking after it afterwards
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- Give the tray a quick rinse after use
- Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
- Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. Warm water and a mild detergent is enough.
Failed sealant around a tray should be replaced quickly. Water gets behind and under the tray and can damage the floor below.
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What we can’t put right
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
- A tray broken in more than one place
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Ceramic
- Acrylic
- Stone resin
- Cast iron
- Enamelled steel
Why repair rather than replace?
A new tray can be cheap, but fitting it isn’t: taking out the enclosure, tiling and resealing. Repairing it takes one visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why Ford clients choose us
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Usually one visit, start to finish
- Everything repaired in place
Read our pricing.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
What we’re called out for in Ford
Dull and stained trays are normally down to cleaning: limescale, harsh chemicals and abrasive pads strip the surface finish.
Contact us if you’ve noticed:
- A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
- A crack across the base
- Staining and dullness across the tray
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
Before you book anyone
- What preparation is included
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Who will actually do the work
- When it can be used again
About Ford
Ford is about 1 mile west of Sunderland, in Sunderland. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. Ford is one of 75 towns and villages in Sunderland we cover. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 10 miles away.
Our technicians cover all of SR4 and the streets around it. We regularly work on streets such as Fawn Road, Friar Road and Front Road. We also cover the places around Ford: South Hylton (1 mile west), Castletown (1 mile north-west), North Hylton (1 mile north-west), Hylton Red House (2 miles north) and Hylton Castle (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Washington (4 miles west), Houghton-le-Spring (5 miles south-west), Hetton-le-Hole (6 miles south), New Silksworth (3 miles south), Biddick Hall (4 miles north) and Brockley Whins (4 miles north). Being one of Sunderland’s larger places, Ford is somewhere we visit often.
Around Ford
Typical jobs here are in homes near Barnes Park, Highfield Academy and Church of The Good Shepherd. Also close by are Sandhill View Academy (1.1 miles south), Grindon Hall Christian School (0.7 miles south-west) and The Willow Pond pub (0.7 miles east). Ford’s nearest station is Sunderland station, about 1.6 miles east. Nearby you will also find Sunderland Royal Hospital (0.6 miles east) and East and Middle Herrington (2.6 miles south). For a walk, there is Warden Law and WWT Washington.
What we do, step by step
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. We leave the room clean.
- We ensure 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.
- We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
- We leave it to cure; the shower is generally usable the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
How to get a price
Email us pictures of the damage and one of the entire item, with your SR4 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
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Landlord and trade work in Ford
Rental properties take more wear, 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.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
Common questions in Ford
Do you reseal the tray as well?
Yes. We can repair and reseal on the same visit.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Do you cover the entire of Sunderland?
We cover the entire UK, including Ford and the rest of Sunderland. Just include your postcode and we will confirm dates.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Nearly always. If photos don’t show enough, we will ask for another angle.
When can you do it?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses in Ford.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
