Dorset · England
Shower Tray Repair in Haythorne
Problem with your shower tray in Haythorne? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
- Chips caused during fitting
About our shower tray repair in Haythorne
A cracked or chipped shower tray does not always need replacing. If it’s solid underneath, it can normally be repaired in place, which is far less work than a replacement. Whether it’s a damaged area around the waste and damage from a refit or building work, we can help, on cast iron, ceramic and acrylic alike.
Big or small, you get the same one-year guarantee in Haythorne and across Dorset.
- Area
- Haythorne (BH21)
- Region
- Dorset
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Common problems we fix in Haythorne
Most cracked trays are trays that flex: if a tray wasn’t bedded on a solid, even base, it flexes each time someone stands on it. Chips generally come from dropped bottles.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Chips caused during fitting
- Chips on the edges
- Scuffs and light scratches
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
Comparing quotes
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How soon you can use it again
- How the room is protected while they work
- Whether the price covers travel
Covering Haythorne
Haythorne is about 3 miles west of Verwood, in Dorset. We visit clients in Haythorne and the surrounding area, so there is no workshop to go to. We cover 462 places across Dorset.
Postcode districts we cover here: BH21. Local streets include Horton Road and Haythorne, and we cover them all. Other places close to Haythorne include Horton (1 mile south-west), Chalbury Common (1 mile south-west), Woodlands (1 mile north-east), Knob's Crook (1 mile south-east) and Holt Wood (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Christchurch (12 miles south-east), Wimborne Minster (5 miles south), Blandford Forum (9 miles west), Verwood (3 miles east), Shaftesbury (14 miles north-west) and Ferndown (5 miles south-east).
Around Haythorne
We visit homes around Church of St Wolfrida, among other places. Further afield, we also cover the area around Cranborne Castle Hill (3.2 miles north-east) and St Leonard's Hospital (5.4 miles south-east).
Should you replace it?
Trays sit under the screen and tiles, so taking one out disturbs a lot. Repairing it avoids that disruption. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Haythorne. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Haythorne
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Take a look at our prices page.
Common questions in Haythorne
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners.
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
What happens after I send photos?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit usually costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
When can I use the shower again?
You will get the exact time when we finish, generally the day after.
Can I fix it myself?
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
When a repair isn’t the answer
We will not take on work that will not last, so these are the limits:
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
- Plumbing leaks under the tray
- Trays cracked in several places
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Haythorne
- Cast iron
- Ceramic
- Stone resin
- Acrylic
- Enamelled steel
The process
Once we’re through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We make sure the tray does not flex and look for the cause of any crack.
- The damaged area, or the entire tray, is cleaned and prepared.
- We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
- The repair is colour-matched, or the entire tray gets a new finish.
- The tray is left to cure and can usually be used the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Open a window if you can
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Get a quote
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
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Keeping it looking good
It’s all simple stuff, just a few sensible habits:
- Get a moving tray checked
- Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
- Keep the bathroom well ventilated
- Don’t use strong acids or bleach
Rinse the tray after use, clean with mild cleaners, and keep an eye on the sealant so water can’t get underneath.
Do not keep using a cracked tray. Water may be getting under the tray, and the damage below isn’t visible.
For landlords and businesses
Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Haythorne as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
What affects the price in Haythorne
Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. These are the things that affect it:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How hard the colour is to match
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book.
Getting a price from pictures
Most quotes are done from photos alone. To help us price it:
- Natural light rather than flash
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
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