County Durham · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in High Shincliffe, County Durham
Problem with your shower tray in High Shincliffe? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A tray that flexes
- A cracked shower tray
About our shower tray repair in High Shincliffe
We repair plenty of shower trays. Chips by the waste, cracks across the base and dull, stained surfaces can all be put right without removing the tray. If you’re dealing with scuffs and light scratches and a dull, stained or worn surface, we can typically put it right, whatever the material.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Area
- High Shincliffe (DH1)
- Region
- County Durham
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What shower tray repair costs
Repairs from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The material and finish
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The type of damage
No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
How to get a fixed price
Before you send pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Natural light rather than flash
- Any details about the material
- Details of any past repairs
Email us photos of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your DH1 postcode, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a tray typically means refitting the screen, retiling and resealing. Repairing it avoids all of that and costs far less. Prices start from £95. Compared with replacing, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in High Shincliffe
- We leave the room as we found it
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Fixed prices from your pictures
See our full price list.
Common problems we fix in High Shincliffe
Most chips come from things dropped in the shower, usually along the edges or by the waste.
People normally call us after spotting one of these:
- Scuffs and light scratches
- Staining and dullness across the tray
- Chips caused during fitting
- A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
Comparing quotes
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Whether the price covers travel
- When it can be used again
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
Covering High Shincliffe
High Shincliffe is about 2 miles south-east of Durham, in County Durham. From the centre of High Shincliffe to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. High Shincliffe is one of 329 towns and villages in County Durham where we work. We work right across the region, from High Shincliffe to Newcastle upon Tyne (17 miles away).
All of DH1 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From High Street, Quality Street and Mitford Close or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Other places close to High Shincliffe include Shincliffe (1 mile north-west), Sherburn House (1 mile north-east), Bowburn (1 mile south-east), Houghall (1 mile west) and Old Durham (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Consett (14 miles north-west), Newton Aycliffe (9 miles south), Bishop Auckland (9 miles south-west), Spennymoor (5 miles south-west), Seaham (9 miles north-east) and Chester-le-Street (7 miles north).
Around High Shincliffe
In High Shincliffe, that means homes near Shincliffe CofE (Controlled) Primary School, Old Durham Gardens and Belmont Community School and the streets around them. Nearby too are Durham University Library and Collections (1.7 miles north-west) and Church of St Mary (0.6 miles north-west). The nearest railway station is Durham station, about 2.5 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Gates Shopping Centre (2.3 miles north-west) and Sherburn Hospital (1.1 miles north-east).
- Other local spots include Durham (2.7 miles north-west)
Repairs by material
Stone resin
Stone resin trays are popular because they’re rigid and low-profile. They need a flat, solid base, and repairs are matched to the gel coat.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
High Shincliffe questions
Will the price change on the day?
If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.
Can a stained tray be refinished?
Yes. We can resurface the entire tray for a fresh finish without removing it.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Normally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Do you charge for travel?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Is it OK to use a cracked tray?
Only if you’re sure it isn’t leaking. Check the ceiling below for damp.
How much does shower tray repair cost in High Shincliffe?
Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed price based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the entire item with your DH1 postcode.
What areas do you cover?
The whole UK, including all of County Durham. Just include your postcode and we will offer you dates.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
When we’d advise against a repair
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- A tray broken in more than one place
- Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
- A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in High Shincliffe
- Enamelled steel
- Cast iron
- Ceramic
- Stone resin
- Acrylic
The process
Arrival times are agreed in advance. On site, it takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray in most cases. We leave the room clean and you’ll know when it can be used.
- First we check the tray is solid and work out why any crack happened.
- The damaged area, or the entire tray, is cleaned and prepared.
- We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
- We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
- Once cured, typically by the day after, you can use the shower.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking or access
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
How to get a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire shower tray, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
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How to look after the repair
It’s all simple stuff:
- Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
- Ventilate the room after showers
- Give the tray a quick rinse after use
- Get a moving tray checked
Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. A soft cloth and washing-up liquid do the job.
Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water can get through to the floor and walls, where it causes damage you cannot see.
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DIY kit or professional repair?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
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 typically cheaper.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
