Kent · England

Shower Tray Repair in Hever

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

  • Repairs from £95
  • Cracks running from the waste
  • Edge chips from dropped bottles
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Hever homes

DIY repairs versus a professional job

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.

Shower tray repair in Hever, done in place

Stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays can all be repaired, and worn trays can be resurfaced completely. The tray stays in place, so the enclosure and tiles are not disturbed. We are frequently asked to fix edge chips from dropped bottles and scratches from cleaning or grit, in enamelled steel, cast iron and stone resin.

All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months. We return to put right any problem with the work.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Where
Hever (TN8)
County
Kent
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Our work in Hever

Hever is about 6 miles north-east of East Grinstead, in Kent. Clients in Hever get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. Hever is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our jobs stretch from Hever to London (about 23 miles away).

Here we cover the TN8 postcode area. From Hever Road and Uckfield Lane or a nearby road, we can come to you. Other places close to Hever include Newtown (1 mile south), How Green (1 mile north), Markbeech (1 mile south), Chiddingstone Hoath (2 miles south-east) and Chiddingstone Causeway (3 miles east). Further out, we also cover Sevenoaks (8 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles south-east), Tonbridge (7 miles east), Swanley (15 miles north), Kings Hill (14 miles north-east) and Paddock Wood (12 miles east).

What’s near Hever

Our clients here include homes close to Chiddingstone Castle Park and Gardens, Hever Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School and Church of St Peter, among other places. The nearest railway station is Hever station, roughly 0.5 miles west. Further afield, we also cover the area around Haxted Watermill Museum (3.4 miles west) and Hever Castle (under half a mile north-east).

Map of Hever © OpenStreetMap contributors

What happens on the day

We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. Then the area is sheeted and masked and we start. You can expect it to take a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and we will keep you posted as we go.

  1. First, we check whether the tray moves.
  2. We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
  3. We reinforce any crack and fill the damage.
  4. The repair is shaped, colour-matched and finished.
  5. We leave it to cure, normally until the following day.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Let us know about parking or access
  • Open a window if you can
  • Clear the area around the damage

Get a quote

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 price the job without visiting.

Get a free quote

Related advice

Why repair rather than replace?

The tray is normally the last thing fitted and the first thing tiled up to, so taking one out disturbs a lot. Repairing it avoids that disruption. Prices start from £95. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.

Why book with us

  • Work done at your home or business
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • Fixed prices from your pictures
  • A year’s guarantee on all work

See our prices page.

Work for landlords and builders

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.

For anyone letting property in or around Hever, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we will come back with a combined price.

When a repair is not the answer

To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:

  • A tray broken in more than one place
  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)

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

Materials we repair

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

Hever questions

Can tenants book a repair?

Of course. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Generally, yes. Let us know what was used before.

Do I have to be there?

We need someone to let us in. You don’t need to watch us work.

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

Of course, and it generally saves money. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you’ll get one combined price.

How long does it take to cure?

Typically the next day. We’ll tell you the exact time when we finish.

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders.

Is it OK to use a cracked tray?

Not until you know the crack isn’t letting water through. Look for damp or stains below.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos can’t show what we need.

Different materials, different repairs

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are popular because they’re rigid and low-profile. A flat, solid base is essential, and we match repairs to the surface finish.

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.

Aftercare tips

Nothing complicated is needed:

  • Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
  • Ventilate the room after showers
  • Report any creaking or movement early

Rinse the tray after use, clean with mild cleaners, and keep an eye on the sealant so water can’t get underneath.

A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, and over months that can rot the floor. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.

Signs you need shower tray repair in Hever

Trays fitted on timber floors can crack if the floor moves, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On solid floors, cracks normally point to an uneven base.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • A tray that flexes
  • Cracks running from the waste
  • Chipped corners or rims
  • Damage around the waste

What to look for in a quote

  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • Who turns up on the day
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • What happens if they find more damage

How to compare quotes

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