West Sussex · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Handcross, West Sussex
Shower tray repair across Handcross and nearby, typically in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- A damaged area around the waste
- Scuffs and light scratches
Shower tray repair in Handcross without replacing anything
We check the tray before repairing it: a tray that moves needs its support sorted first, otherwise any crack returns. We will explain what we find. We work on acrylic, cast iron and ceramic, and the jobs we see most are snagging damage in a new bathroom and scratches in the surface.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Handcross and across West Sussex.
- Location
- Handcross (RH17)
- County
- West Sussex
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
When we visit, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job normally takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. We clean up when we are done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- We check the tray for movement first.
- The damaged area is cleaned and opened up.
- We reinforce any crack and fill the damage.
- We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
- It’s left to cure, usually until the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Clear the area around the damage
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
How to get a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.
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What affects the price in Handcross
Repairs from £95. We price every job individually. What matters most is:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- How hard the colour is to match
- Whether we combine several jobs
- How many areas need work
The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
Quotes from your pictures
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:
- Something in shot to show the size
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- One picture of the entire shower tray
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
Email us pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your RH17 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Repairing versus replacing in Handcross
A new tray can be cheap, but fitting it isn’t: taking out the enclosure, tiling and resealing. A repair is one visit. Prices start from £95. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Handcross
- No extra charge for your area
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Work done at your home or business
- Colour mixed on the day to match
See our prices page.
Handcross questions
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Can tenants book a repair?
Of course. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
In most cases. The old repair comes out first, so let us know about it.
Do you come to Handcross?
We do. Repair technicians travel to Handcross from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Can you quote from pictures?
In nearly every case. If photos don’t show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
What do you need from me?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.
Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?
Often. If the tray moves, the support needs fixing first.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
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 often lifts.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
Keeping it looking good
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts:
- Do not use strong acids or bleach
- Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
- Replace failing sealant promptly
- Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, mild cleaners and good ventilation are all it needs.
Don’t keep using a cracked tray. Water may be getting under the tray, and the damage below isn’t visible.
Where we work around Handcross
Handcross is about 4 miles south of Crawley, in West Sussex. Jobs in Handcross are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from photos, and a technician at your door on the day. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex. We work right across the region, from Handcross to London (31 miles away).
Jobs in RH17 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. From High Street, London Road and Windmill Platt or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. We also travel to Slaugham (1 mile south), Plummers Plain (2 miles south-west), Colgate (3 miles north-west), Broadfield (3 miles north) and Lower Beeding (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (4 miles north), Horsham (5 miles west), Haywards Heath (6 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (7 miles south-east), East Grinstead (10 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south).
What’s near Handcross
Around Handcross, we work in homes near Handcross Park School, All Saints and The Royal Oak Public House. The closest station to Handcross is Balcombe station, roughly 2.8 miles east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Crawley Hospital (4.3 miles north). The countryside around Handcross includes Tilgate Lake and Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
Repairs by material
Ceramic
Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. They chip and crack from impact, and we match the gloss when we repair them.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Towns and villages near Handcross
Also in Handcross
Do you need shower tray repair in Handcross?
The waste is a common starting point for cracks, because that is where the tray is weakest and the fitting puts pressure on it.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
- Chips on the edges
- A tray that flexes
- Scratches from cleaning or grit
What to look for in a quote
- How the colour is matched
- Aftercare advice
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
When a repair is not the answer
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
- Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
- Multiple cracks across the tray
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Acrylic
- Stone resin
- Ceramic
- Cast iron
- Enamelled steel
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
