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Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Heavitree, Devon
Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing at your home in Heavitree, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips caused during fitting
- A dull, stained or worn surface
How we handle shower tray repair in Heavitree
Before repairing a crack, we find out why it happened. A tray that moves needs its support sorting first, so the repair lasts. We’re often asked to fix a tray that creaks or moves underfoot and chips or cracks by the plughole, across stone resin, enamelled steel and acrylic.
Every job is backed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Location
- Heavitree (EX1, EX2, EX4)
- Area hub
- Devon
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we work around Heavitree
Heavitree is about 1 mile east of Exeter, in Devon. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. Our repair technicians cover all 586 towns and villages across Devon.
Our repair technicians cover all of the EX1, EX2 and EX4 postcode area. You will find streets such as Hope Road, Saxon Road and Wykes Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Heavitree include Wonford (1 mile south-east), Exeter (1 mile west), Polsloe (1 mile north), St Sidwells (1 mile north-west) and Larkbeare (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Exmouth (8 miles south-east), Newton Abbot (14 miles south), Tiverton (13 miles north), Teignmouth (12 miles south), Sidmouth (12 miles east) and Honiton (15 miles east).
Around Heavitree
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to The Horse and Groom Public House, Exeter School and Sacred Heart Church and the streets around them. Nearby too are St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy (under half a mile north), Ludwell Valley Park (0.9 miles south-east), Church of Saint Michael and All Angels (under half a mile south-west) and Exeter University Library (1.6 miles north-west). The closest station to Heavitree is Polsloe Bridge station, roughly 0.7 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Wonford House Hospital (under half a mile south) and Rougemont Castle (1.1 miles west). For a walk, there is Bowling Green Marsh RSPB reserve.
- Local schools include St Peter's Church of England Aided School (1 mile east)
What affects the price in Heavitree
Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Heavitree. What changes the price is:
- Doing more than one item at once
- The material and finish
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
Compared with replacing, repairing usually costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Quotes from your pictures
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what we need:
- Details of any past repairs
- Something in shot to show the size
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire shower tray, we can give you a fixed price.
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we have agreed what we’re doing. Most jobs take a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- First, we check whether the tray moves.
- We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
- Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
- The repair is shaped, colour matched and finished.
- It’s left to cure, usually until the following day.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Clear the area around the damage
Getting a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
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Looking after it afterwards
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Rinse the tray after each shower
- Store bottles off the tray
- Stick to gentle cleaners
- Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
Check the silicone around the tray every few months, and replace it when it splits or goes black.
Act on split sealant early. Water gets behind and under the tray and can damage the floor below.
What we’re called out for in Heavitree
Trays fitted on timber floors can crack if the floor moves, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On concrete, an uneven base is the usual cause.
These are the problems we’re asked about most:
- Chips caused during fitting
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
- A tray that flexes
- Scuffs and light scratches
What your quote should include
- If travel is included in the price
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- How soon you can use it again
What we cannot put right
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
- Multiple cracks across the tray
- Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
Materials we work on in Heavitree
- Enamelled steel
- Ceramic
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
- Stone resin
Common questions in Heavitree
How soon can you come?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
In most cases. We remove the old repair before doing a new one, so mention it when you send pictures.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Can you fix a cracked tray?
Generally, as long as it doesn’t flex. The crack is reinforced, filled and refinished.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Can you make an old tray look new?
Yes. We can resurface the entire tray for a fresh finish without removing it.
How do I book?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.
Can I fix it myself?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
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 doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Trays sit under the screen and tiles, so taking one out disturbs a lot. Repairing it avoids that disruption. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Heavitree
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- One-year guarantee on every repair
Take a look at our prices page.
Work for landlords and builders
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Devon and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
