Suffolk · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Hessett, Suffolk
Problem with your shower tray in Hessett? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Chipped corners or rims
- Scratches in the surface
Keeping it looking good
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
- Use the extractor fan
- Get a moving tray checked
- Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
Rinse the tray after use, use mild, non-abrasive cleaners, and keep the sealant in good condition so water cannot get underneath.
A tray that moves underfoot needs looking at, before it cracks or gets worse.
About our shower tray repair in Hessett
A cracked or chipped shower tray doesn’t always need replacing. If it’s solid underneath, it can typically be repaired in place, which is far less work than a replacement. We work on ceramic, enamelled steel and cast iron, and the jobs we see most are a tray that looks tired however much you clean it and chips or cracks by the plughole.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Hessett (IP30)
- Region
- Suffolk
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Common problems we fix in Hessett
Stone resin trays are rigid, so they crack rather than bend when they sit on an uneven or poorly supported floor. Movement in a timber floor has the same effect.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed:
- Chipped corners or rims
- A damaged area around the waste
- Movement when you stand on it
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if they find more damage
- What preparation is included
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- If travel is included in the price
The process
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and clear up. Plan for a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. Before we go, we will explain when it can be used and how to look after it.
- We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
- The damaged area, or the whole tray, is cleaned and prepared.
- We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
- We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the entire tray.
- The tray is left to cure and can generally be used the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Let us know about parking or access
Ask for a price
Most customers in Hessett get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
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Repairing versus replacing in Hessett
Trays sit under the screen and tiles, so taking one out disturbs a lot. A repair keeps everything as it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Hessett
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Everything repaired in place
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- No extra charge for your area
See our prices page.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- How many areas need work
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The material
- The colour and finish to match
The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before you book, with nothing added on the day.
Getting a price from pictures
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A wider photo showing the entire shower tray
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole shower tray, we can price the job without visiting.
Places near Hessett
What else we do in Hessett
Hessett and nearby
Hessett is about 6 miles east of Bury St Edmunds, in Suffolk. We visit clients in Hessett and the surrounding area, so nothing has to leave your home. We work in 731 places across Suffolk, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 64 miles away.
Every address in IP30 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Jobs here include addresses on The Street, Lime Tree Close and Muriel King Close. If you’re just outside Hessett, we cover Beyton (1 mile north), Kingshall Street (1 mile west), Drinkstone (1 mile east), Thurston Planche (2 miles north) and Tostock (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bury St Edmunds (6 miles west), Sudbury (13 miles south), Stowmarket (7 miles east), Hadleigh (13 miles south-east), Needham Market (10 miles south-east) and Chilton (7 miles east).
Local landmarks in Hessett
Around Hessett, we work in homes near The Bear Inn and Church of St Ethelbert. Hessett’s nearest station is Thurston station, roughly 2.3 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include West Suffolk Hospital (5.3 miles west) and Military Museum (1.2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Black Bourn Valley.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Hessett
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
FAQs for Hessett
Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?
Normally, if the tray is firmly supported. The crack is reinforced, filled and refinished.
Are you accredited?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
How much does shower tray repair cost in Hessett?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed quote based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course, and it typically saves money. Just add the extra items to your pictures and we will quote them together.
Do you cover the entire of Suffolk?
All of Suffolk, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Yes, we frequently do. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
What happens after I send photos?
We review the photos and send a fixed quote and the next dates we have.
Can you replace the silicone at the same time?
Yes. We can repair and reseal on the same visit.
Repairs by material
Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Chips can rust if they’re left, so it’s worth repairing early.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
