Bolton · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Heaton, Bolton

Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing at your home in Heaton, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A cracked shower tray
  • Damage from a refit or building work
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair near Heaton

Shower tray repair at your home in Heaton

The first thing we do is check the tray: if it flexes underfoot, the cause needs sorting before any repair, otherwise any crack returns. We’ll tell you if that’s the case. Typical jobs include snagging damage in a new bathroom and a dull, stained or worn surface, on ceramic, acrylic and cast iron.

All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Location
Heaton (BL1, BL3)
Region
Bolton
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Aftercare tips

Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:

  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use
  • Stick to gentle cleaners
  • Check the seal every few months
  • Get a moving tray checked

Keep heavy bottles off the tray floor, so they can’t be knocked over.

Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water may be getting under the tray, and the damage below isn’t visible.

Work for landlords and builders

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

Rental properties take more wear, 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.

Do you need shower tray repair in Heaton?

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

Get in touch if you’ve noticed any of these:

  • Edge chips from dropped bottles
  • A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
  • A dull, stained or worn surface
  • Cracks running from the waste

Comparing quotes

  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • What prep work is covered
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • When it can be used again

Our hiring checklist

Prices and what affects them

Repairs from £95. Prices are worked out job by job, from your pictures. What matters most is:

  • Doing more than one item at once
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Unusual colours or finishes

We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Send pictures for a quote

Two or three clear pictures are normally enough. It helps if you send:

  • Something in shot to show the size
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • What it’s made of, if you know

For a price in Heaton, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Repair or replace in Heaton?

When the tray is firm and dry underneath, repair is the obvious choice. If the floor is damaged or the tray is badly cracked, replacement may make more sense. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Compared with replacing, repairing generally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Why us?

  • One visit for most repairs
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • Colour mixed on the day to match
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do

Read our pricing.

Heaton and the surrounding area

Heaton is about 1 mile west of Bolton, in Bolton. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Our technicians cover all 61 towns and villages in Bolton. We work right across the region, from Heaton to Manchester (about 12 miles away).

All of BL1 and BL3 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From Rydal Road, Crosby Road and Kirkby Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. You will find Heaton on the A673, which makes it straightforward to reach. Nearby, we also work in Markland Hill (1 mile west), Deane (1 mile south), Doffcocker (1 mile north-west), Halliwell (1 mile north-east) and Bolton (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Horwich (3 miles west), Farnworth (3 miles south-east), Westhoughton (3 miles south-west), Kearsley (4 miles south-east), Little Lever (4 miles east) and Moses Gate (3 miles south-east). Heaton is among the bigger towns we cover in Bolton.

Near you in Heaton

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St Margaret's Church, Moss Bank Park and Devonshire Road Primary School. Nearby too are Smithills and Heaton Conservative Club pub (0.6 miles north), University Collegiate School (1.1 miles south-east) and Bolton Library and Museum Services (1.3 miles east). The nearest railway station is Lostock station, roughly 1.4 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Bolton Market Place (1.3 miles east) and Bolton Royal Infirmary (0.9 miles east). Not far away are Noon Hill and Nob End.

  • Parks and local facilities nearby include Bolton le Moors (1.3 miles east)
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When a repair is not the answer

We will not take on work that will not last, so these are the limits:

  • Leaking waste fittings
  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
  • Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed

Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.

What we work on

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

How it works

We work cleanly and quietly, so you can stay at home while we are there. We protect the area first, then the work takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. First, we check whether the tray moves.
  2. We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
  3. Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
  4. We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
  5. It’s left to cure, normally until the following day.

How to prepare

  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work

How to get a price

No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.

Get a fixed price

Related advice

Heaton questions

Do you redo the sealant?

Yes. Add it to your quote and we’ll do both on one visit.

Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?

Normally, as long as it does not flex. We reinforce the crack, fill it and refinish the surface.

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Of course, and it typically saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.

What happens next?

You’ll get a fixed quote back. You are under no obligation.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Usually, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.

When can you do it?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send pictures with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted.

Do I need to be at home?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

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