Norfolk · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Hempstead, Norfolk

Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Hempstead. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • A crack across the base
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Hempstead homes

About our shower tray repair in Hempstead

A worn or stained tray can be resurfaced, giving it a fresh, even finish. If you’re dealing with damage from a refit or building work and a crack across the base, we can usually put it right, on acrylic, ceramic and enamelled steel alike.

Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.

Location
Hempstead (NR12)
County
Norfolk
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish

What we can’t put right

In fairness, there are a few things a repair will not fix:

  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
  • Trays cracked in several places

Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.

Materials we work on in Hempstead

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

DIY repairs versus a professional job

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, 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. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.

Common problems we fix in Hempstead

Dull and stained trays are normally down to cleaning: limescale, harsh chemicals and abrasive pads strip the surface finish.

Look out for these signs:

  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
  • A dull, stained or worn surface
  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • Damage from a refit or building work

Questions to ask before you book

  • When it can be used again
  • How to care for the finish
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • Whether a trained technician does the job

Our hiring checklist

What we do, step by step

The work is clean and fairly quiet. We protect the area first, then the work takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. First we check the tray is solid and work out why any crack happened.
  2. Next we clean and prepare the tray.
  3. We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
  4. We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the entire tray.
  5. Once cured, generally by the day after, you can use the shower.

Preparing for the visit

  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Ensure the room can be ventilated
  • Let us know which floor the room is on

Getting a price

Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.

Get a fixed quote

Advice

Should you replace it?

If the tray is solid and the crack hasn’t let water spread, repair is typically best. If the floor is damaged or the tray is badly cracked, replacement may make more sense. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.

Why Hempstead customers choose us

  • Work done at your home or business
  • One price list for the entire UK
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • Everything repaired in place

See our full price list.

What shower tray repair costs

Prices start from £95. We price every job individually. What matters most is:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • The type of damage
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first

We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

How to get a fixed price

The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • One picture of the whole shower tray
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • Details of any past repairs

Upload a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your NR12 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Hempstead

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Norfolk and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.

Letting agents often send us pictures straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

How to care for the repair

Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:

  • Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
  • Avoid strong descalers and bleach
  • Report any creaking or movement early
  • Check the seal every few months

Store heavy bottles on a shelf, not on the tray, to avoid chips.

Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water may be getting under the tray, where it causes damage you can’t see.

Where we work around Hempstead

Hempstead is about 8 miles east of North Walsham, in Norfolk. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. We work in 797 places across Norfolk.

Jobs in NR12 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. We regularly work on streets such as Common Road, Church Lane and Hempstead Road. We also cover the places around Hempstead: Lessingham (1 mile west), Ingham Corner (1 mile south-west), Ingham (2 miles south-west), Calthorpe Street (2 miles south) and Brumstead (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Great Yarmouth (15 miles south-east), Sprowston (14 miles south-west), Thorpe St Andrew (14 miles south-west), North Walsham (8 miles west), Southtown (15 miles south-east) and Caister-on-Sea (12 miles south-east).

What’s near Hempstead

Typical jobs here are in homes near St Andrew's Church, among other places. Further afield, we also cover the area around Dilham Castle (4.4 miles west) and Stalham Firehouse Museum (2.7 miles south-west). The countryside around Hempstead includes Hickling Broad and Catfield Fen Reserve.

Map of Hempstead © OpenStreetMap contributors

Questions from Hempstead

Are you accredited?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

Do you cover the entire of Norfolk?

Across the UK, and that includes Hempstead. Our prices are the same everywhere.

Can you quote from photos?

Generally, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.

Is there a guarantee?

Yes, for a year. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.

How do I get a price for shower tray repair in Hempstead?

Prices start from £95. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.

Can you fix a cracked tray?

In most cases. If the tray moves, the support needs fixing first.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.

Is there a call-out fee?

We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.

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