Somerset · England

Shower Tray Repair in Gare Hill

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

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
  • Chipped corners or rims
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted shower tray repair in Gare Hill

When a repair isn’t the answer

A repair is not always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. We cannot fix:

  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
  • Trays cracked in several places
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported

Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.

Materials we work on in Gare Hill

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

Shower tray repair in Gare Hill, done in place

We repair cracks, chips and scratches in stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays, or resurface the whole tray if it’s worn. Nothing is taken out, so the enclosure and tiles are not disturbed. We regularly repair acrylic, stone resin and cast iron, and common reasons people get in touch are a tray that looks tired however much you clean it and chips or cracks by the plughole.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.

Location
Gare Hill (BA11)
Region
Somerset
Cover
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Enamelled steel

Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.

Ceramic

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

Common problems we fix in Gare Hill

Cracks often start at the waste, where the tray is cut and the fitting is tightened.

Common reasons people in Gare Hill contact us include:

  • Chipped corners or rims
  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • Damage from a refit or building work

Comparing quotes

  • When it can be used again
  • How changes to the job are handled
  • How to care for the finish
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT

10 questions to ask before booking

Gare Hill and nearby

Gare Hill is about 5 miles south of Frome, in Somerset. Whether you’re in the middle of Gare Hill or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Gare Hill is one of 640 towns and villages in Somerset where we work.

Here we cover the BA11 postcode area. Other places close to Gare Hill include Yarnfield (1 mile south), Witham Friary (2 miles west), Lower Marston (3 miles north), Kilmington (3 miles south) and Trudoxhill (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Frome (5 miles north), Wells (15 miles west), Midsomer Norton (11 miles north-west), Shepton Mallet (10 miles west), Radstock (11 miles north-west) and Wincanton (8 miles south-west).

Local landmarks in Gare Hill

The nearest railway station is Frome station, about 4.6 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Nunney Castle (4.3 miles north-west). Open spaces near Gare Hill include White Sheet Hill and Shearwater.

Map of Gare Hill © OpenStreetMap contributors

Landlord and trade work in Gare Hill

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

For anyone letting property in or around Gare Hill, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we’ll come back with a combined price.

Gare Hill questions

Is it OK to use a cracked tray?

Only if you are sure it isn’t leaking. Look for damp or stains below.

Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?

Usually, as long as it doesn’t flex. We reinforce the crack, fill it and refinish the surface.

Can landlords book you?

Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Will there be a smell?

It depends on the job, but often a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

In most cases. We remove the old repair before doing a new one.

What happens if you find more damage?

Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.

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 before the end of a tenancy.

How long does it take to cure?

Normally by the following day. We’ll confirm before we leave.

What affects the price in Gare Hill

Repairs from £95. You will know the full cost before you book. We take into account:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • The material
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first

No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

Send pictures for a quote

You can typically get a fixed price without us visiting. To help us price it:

  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Any details about the material
  • A picture taken from further back
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before

To get a price, send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll say immediately whether it can be repaired.

Aftercare tips

Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:

  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
  • Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
  • Keep the bathroom well ventilated
  • Replace failing sealant promptly

Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. Warm water and a mild detergent is enough.

Every shower forces a little water into a crack, and over months that can rot the floor. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.

The process

Once we are through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.

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

Before we arrive

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Have a window or extractor fan available

Ask for a price

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the shower tray, include your postcode and send them to us. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

Send pictures for a quote

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Repair or replace: which is better?

Replacing a tray normally involves removing the screen and tiling, relaying the base and re-tiling. A repair or resurface keeps all of that in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.

Why book with us

  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • Typically one visit, start to finish
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish

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