Cheshire West and Chester · England

Shower Tray Repair for Gorstage homes

We travel to Gorstage for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A cracked shower tray
  • Chips caused during fitting
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair in Gorstage

Common problems we fix in Gorstage

Trays crack mainly because they move: without a solid, level base underneath, every shower puts strain on it. Chips generally come from dropped bottles.

People typically call us when they notice one of these:

  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • A cracked shower tray
  • Staining and dullness across the tray
  • Movement when you stand on it

Before you book anyone

  • How the room is protected while they work
  • A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
  • Aftercare advice
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers

Our hiring checklist

Shower tray repair in Gorstage without replacing anything

A worn or stained tray can be resurfaced, giving it a fresh, even finish without removing the screen or tiles. If you are dealing with a tray that looks tired however much you clean it and a cracked shower tray, we can help, on stone resin, ceramic and cast iron alike.

A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are not left on your own once we’ve gone.

Area
Gorstage (CW8)
County
Cheshire West and Chester
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish

Honest limits

A repair is not always the answer, and we will tell you before we start. We cannot fix:

  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
  • A tray broken in more than one place
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.

Materials we work on in Gorstage

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

What we do, step by step

On the day, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job generally takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. We check the tray for movement first.
  2. We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
  3. Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
  4. The repair is shaped, colour-matched and finished.
  5. We leave it to cure, normally until the following day.

Before we arrive

  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings

Ask for a price

To get a price, send a couple of pictures using our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Send pictures for a quote

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Gorstage and nearby

Gorstage is about 3 miles west of Northwich, in Cheshire West and Chester. Book a date that suits you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. Gorstage is one of 224 places in Cheshire West and Chester where we work. You can also see our page for Liverpool, about 18 miles away.

Postcode districts we cover here: CW8. If you’re just outside Gorstage, we cover Weaverham (1 mile north-east), Sandiway (1 mile south), Hartfordbeach (1 mile east), Hartford (2 miles east) and Little Leigh (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Chester (13 miles west), Ellesmere Port (14 miles west), Winsford (5 miles south-east), Northwich (3 miles east), Boughton (13 miles west) and Frodsham (6 miles north-west).

What’s near Gorstage

We visit homes around Methodist Church, Weaverham Forest Primary School and The Wheatsheaf Hotel, among other places. Gorstage’s nearest station is Cuddington station, about 1.1 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Northwich Infirmary (2.8 miles east) and Kingsley Castle (4.8 miles west). Not far away are Dutton Park Farm Nature Reserve and Neumann's Flash.

Map of Gorstage © OpenStreetMap contributors

Your questions about shower tray repair in Gorstage

Is a repair better than a new one?

Typically, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Can you resurface a whole tray?

Yes, it’s a common job. Resurfacing gives a worn tray an even, clean finish.

Is my repair covered?

All our work carries our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

Can you repair something that is been repaired before?

Yes, we frequently do. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.

Do you come to Gorstage?

Yes, we do. We send a technician to Gorstage for every job, with no extra charge for travel.

What do you need from me?

Photos of the damage, a photo of the entire shower tray and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.

What happens if you find more damage?

Your quote covers the damage in the photos. If there is more, we’ll tell you before starting.

Will there be a smell?

Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It clears as the materials cure.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are popular because they’re rigid and low-profile. A flat, solid base is essential, and repairs are matched to the gel coat.

Acrylic

Acrylic trays are lighter and slightly flexible, so good support matters. Cracks and scratches can be repaired.

Landlord and trade work in Gorstage

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Cheshire West and Chester and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Repair or replace in Gorstage?

Replacing a tray usually means refitting the screen, retiling and resealing. Repairing it avoids all of that, at a fraction of the cost. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing normally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Gorstage

  • Typically one visit, start to finish
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • Fixed prices from your photos

Take a look at our pricing.

Looking after it afterwards

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Replace failing sealant promptly
  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use
  • Keep the bathroom well ventilated
  • Keep heavy bottles on a shelf

Rinse the tray after use, clean with mild cleaners, and keep the sealant in good condition so water cannot get underneath.

A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, and over months that can rot the floor. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.

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