Scottish Borders · Scotland
Shower Tray Repair for Gattonside homes
Shower tray repair for Gattonside, without a refit. Send us photos for a fixed price, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
- Chipped corners or rims
How the visit works
Here’s how a visit normally runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and tidy away. Plan for a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain when it can be used and how to care for it.
- We check the tray for movement first.
- The damaged area is cleaned and opened up.
- We reinforce any crack and fill the damage.
- The repair is shaped, colour-matched and finished.
- It’s left to cure, usually until the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
Shower tray repair in Gattonside without replacing anything
Every crack has a cause, and we find it first. A tray that moves needs its support sorting first, so the crack doesn’t come back. Our repair technicians work on ceramic, cast iron and stone resin, and the jobs we see most are scratches from cleaning or grit and cracks running from the waste.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right, ring us and we’ll come back.
- Where
- Gattonside (TD6)
- Area hub
- Scottish Borders
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we’re called out for in Gattonside
Rigid trays do not bend, they crack when they sit on an uneven or poorly supported floor. Timber floors that move can cause it too.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- Scratches in the surface
- Staining and dullness across the tray
- A crack across the base
- A tray that flexes
What your quote should include
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How the room is protected while they work
- What happens if they find more damage
- Aftercare advice
Places near Gattonside
Also in Gattonside
About Gattonside
Gattonside is about 3 miles east of Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders. Book a date that suits you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. We work in all 89 towns and villages in the Scottish Borders, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 30 miles away.
We work across TD6 and the streets around it. Local streets include The Loan, Priors Road and Monkswood, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also work in Melrose (1 mile south), Darnick (1 mile south-west), Newstead (1 mile south-east), Tweedbank (2 miles west) and Langlee (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Galashiels (3 miles west), Hawick (13 miles south), Kelso (11 miles east), Selkirk (6 miles south-west), Jedburgh (11 miles south-east) and Wilton (13 miles south).
What’s near Gattonside
Typical jobs here are in homes near Melrose. The nearest railway station is Tweedbank station, about 1.3 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Melrose Motor Museum (0.5 miles south-east) and Castle Holydean (3 miles south). Open spaces near Gattonside include Eildon Hill North and Bemersyde Moss.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Chips can rust if they’re left, so early repairs help.
Stone resin
Stone resin is a dense, rigid material with a smooth gel coat. They crack if the base is not fully supported, and chips can be filled and matched.
How to care for the repair
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Stick to gentle cleaners
- Check the seal every few months
- Don’t use strong acids or bleach
- Keep the bathroom well ventilated
Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, mild cleaners and good ventilation are all it needs.
Failed sealant around a tray should be replaced quickly. Water gets behind and under the tray and can cause damage underneath.
Honest limits
It helps to know what we cannot do too:
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
- A tray broken in more than one place
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Acrylic
- Cast iron
- Ceramic
- Enamelled steel
- Stone resin
What shower tray repair costs
Repairs from £95. We price every job individually. The main factors are:
- The material and finish
- How much damage there is
- What kind of damage it is
- Doing more than one item at once
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. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Getting a price from pictures
Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- A photo taken from further back
For a price in Gattonside, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Common questions in Gattonside
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Nearly always. If photos do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.
Do you work in Gattonside?
We do. Technicians travel to Gattonside from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Usually, yes. The old repair comes out first, so let us know about it.
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
Do I need to be at home?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Typically, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
When can you do it?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
For landlords and businesses
If you manage property in Gattonside, we will quote for several properties at once. Just send photos for each address and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, 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.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
