Lincolnshire · England

Shower Tray Repair in Hemswell

We travel to Hemswell for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Hemswell homes

About our shower tray repair in Hemswell

Stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays can all be repaired, or resurface the entire tray if it’s worn. The tray stays in place, so the enclosure and tiles are not disturbed. Common call-outs are for edge chips from dropped bottles and a damaged area around the waste, in cast iron, stone resin and ceramic.

Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.

Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after
Location
Hemswell (DN21)
Region
Lincolnshire
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Keeping it looking good

A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:

  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use
  • Ventilate the room after showers
  • Store bottles off the tray
  • Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner

Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off the tray. A soft cloth and washing-up liquid do the job.

Failed sealant around a tray should be replaced quickly. It lets water behind the tray and can cause damage underneath.

Repairing versus replacing in Hemswell

If the tray is solid and the crack hasn’t let water spread, repair is generally best. If the floor is damaged or the tray is badly cracked, replacement may make more sense. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Our prices are the same across the UK, so there is no premium for Hemswell. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Hemswell

  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • One visit for most repairs
  • Fixed prices from your pictures
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor

See our full price list.

When we would advise against a repair

Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits:

  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
  • Trays cracked in several places
  • Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed

If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before you book.

What we work on

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

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Enamelled steel

Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so it’s worth repairing early.

Ceramic

Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. They chip and crack from impact, and we match the gloss when we repair them.

For landlords and businesses

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Hemswell as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.

When to call us in Hemswell

Most cracked trays are trays that flex: if a tray wasn’t bedded on a solid, even base, every shower puts strain on it. Chips typically come from dropped bottles.

Keep an eye out for these signs:

  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • Staining and dullness across the tray
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
  • Chips on the edges

Questions to ask before booking

  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • How your room will be protected
  • Aftercare advice
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show

Our hiring checklist

DIY repairs versus a professional job

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, 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 take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

How the visit works

We turn up at the time we agreed with you, introduces themselves and looks over the damage before anything else. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before any work starts. The work itself takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, and the room is left clean and tidy.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
  3. We clean and key the tray, then repair the damage.
  4. We refinish the surface to match the tray.
  5. We clean up and give you the curing time.

How to prepare

  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings

Get a quote

Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.

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About Hemswell

Hemswell is about 7 miles east of Gainsborough, in Lincolnshire. Anywhere in DN21, we come to you. Hemswell is one of 732 places in Lincolnshire where we work. You can also see our page for Leeds, about 48 miles away.

We cover every part of the DN21 postcode area. That includes homes on Maypole Street, Church Street and Dawnhill Lane and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Hemswell: Willoughton (1 mile north), Hemswell Cliff (2 miles south-east), Blyborough (2 miles north), Glentworth (2 miles south-east) and Caenby Corner (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Lincoln (13 miles south), Gainsborough (7 miles west), North Hykeham (15 miles south), Birchwood (13 miles south), Ermine (11 miles south) and Bracebridge Heath (15 miles south).

Landmarks near Hemswell

We visit homes around Church of All Saints and the streets around them. Further afield, we also cover the area around Bomber County Aviation Museum (1.3 miles south-east).

Map of Hemswell © OpenStreetMap contributors

Hemswell questions

Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?

Typically, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one, so let us know about it.

Do you do work for letting agents?

We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

What happens next?

You get a fixed price and available dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.

What information do you need?

Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.

Can you make an old tray look new?

Yes. A full resurface makes a tired tray look fresh.

Are you a vetted contractor?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.

Is there any odour?

A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help.

What happens if you find more damage?

It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.

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