Dorset · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Highcliffe, Dorset

Shower tray repair across Highcliffe and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips caused during fitting
  • A crack across the base
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need shower tray repair in Highcliffe?

Shower tray repair in Highcliffe, done in place

Most tray damage can be repaired in place, from chipped edges to cracks across the floor of the tray. We match the colour and finish. We work on acrylic, stone resin and ceramic, and the jobs we see most are chips on the edges and a tray that creaks or moves underfoot.

Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.

Area
Highcliffe (BH23, BH25)
County
Dorset
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Should I try a DIY kit first?

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, 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 often lifts.

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.

Why repair rather than replace?

Replacing a tray normally involves taking out the enclosure and tiles, relaying the base and tiling again. Repairing or resurfacing the tray keeps all of that in place. Prices start from £95. Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Highcliffe. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

What you get with us

  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • One price list for the whole UK

Take a look at our full price list.

Our work in Highcliffe

Highcliffe is about 3 miles east of Christchurch, in Dorset. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Highcliffe is one of 462 towns and villages in Dorset where we work.

We cover every part of BH23 and BH25. Whether you live on Nea Road, Mill Lane and Holme Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. You’ll find Highcliffe on the A337, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover the places around Highcliffe: Walkford (1 mile north-east), Hinton (1 mile north), Barton on Sea (1 mile east), New Milton (2 miles north-east) and Ashley (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Christchurch (3 miles west), Wimborne Minster (13 miles west), Verwood (12 miles north-west), Ferndown (10 miles north-west), Broadstone (13 miles west) and Corfe Mullen (14 miles west).

What’s near Highcliffe

Around Highcliffe, we work in homes near Parish Church of St Mark, Highcliffe St Mark Primary School and Highcliffe School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Hinton Admiral station, about 1.1 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Christchurch Hospital (4.1 miles west) and Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (1.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include St Catherine's Hill and Milford on Sea LNR.

Map of Highcliffe © OpenStreetMap contributors

Highcliffe: your questions answered

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Nearly always. If pictures don’t show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.

Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?

Generally, yes. Let us know what was used before and we will plan for it.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.

Are you accredited?

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

How do I book?

Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we will take it from there.

Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?

We would stop using it until it’s repaired, in case water is getting through.

Do I have to be there?

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

How soon can you come?

We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

When to call us in Highcliffe

Trays crack mainly because they move: without a solid, level base underneath, it flexes each time someone stands on it. Dropped bottles cause most chips.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • A crack across the base
  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
  • Damage from a refit or building work
  • Edge chips from dropped bottles

Comparing quotes

  • What aftercare is recommended
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included

10 questions to ask before you book

What we cannot put right

We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:

  • Damage below the tray that needs a builder
  • A tray broken in more than one place
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)

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

Materials we work on in Highcliffe

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

How we price shower tray repair

Prices start from £95. We give every job a fixed quote from photos. These are the things that affect it:

  • What kind of damage it is
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • How hard the colour is to match

Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it.

Getting a price from photos

Photographing the damage takes a minute. Try to send:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Any details about the material
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • A photo taken from further back

For a price in Highcliffe, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

What we do, step by step

Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we’ll explain it before carrying on.

  1. The surrounding area is sheeted and masked.
  2. Any sealant in the way is cut out.
  3. The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
  4. We refinish the surface to match the tray.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat

How to get a price

You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.

Get a free quote

Related advice

How to care for the repair

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Rinse away soap after showering
  • Keep the bathroom well ventilated
  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
  • Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black

Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off the tray. Warm water and a mild detergent is enough.

Don’t keep using a cracked tray. Water may be getting under the tray, and the damage below isn’t visible.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Enamelled steel

Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so it’s worth repairing early.

Ceramic

Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.

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