Isles of Scilly · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Higher Town, Isles of Scilly

Local shower tray repair for Higher Town: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A tray that flexes
  • A dull, stained or worn surface
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair in Higher Town

What we do, step by step

Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so there are no surprises. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. Allow a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Any sealant in the way is cut out.
  3. We clean and key the tray, then repair the damage.
  4. The surface is refinished to match.
  5. We clean up and give you the curing time.

Before we arrive

  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift

Getting a price

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures using our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

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Shower tray repair in Higher Town without replacing anything

A worn or stained tray can be resurfaced, for a clean, uniform finish without removing the screen or tiles. Common call-outs are for chips or cracks by the plughole and cracks running from the waste, in enamelled steel, ceramic and stone resin.

You are covered after we leave: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before you book.

Area
Higher Town (TR25)
Area hub
Isles of Scilly
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

What we are called out for in Higher Town

Trays crack mainly because they move: if a tray wasn’t bedded on a solid, even base, every shower puts strain on it. Chips typically come from dropped bottles.

Common reasons people in Higher Town contact us are:

  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • Damage from a refit or building work
  • Damage around the waste
  • Movement when you stand on it

Before you book anyone

  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
  • How soon you can use it again

Choosing a repair company

What affects the price in Higher Town

Repairs from £95. Prices are worked out job by job. What matters most is:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • The material

The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book, with nothing added on the day.

How to get a fixed quote

Two or three clear photos are usually enough. Try to include:

  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • Where you are, by postcode

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job without visiting.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

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 usually cheaper.

When a repair is not the answer

We won’t take on work that will not last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:

  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
  • A tray broken in more than one place
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported

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

What we work on

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

Questions from Higher Town

Can you quote from pictures?

Usually, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.

Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?

Frequently. A tray that moves needs its support sorting before the repair.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Of course. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.

What happens next?

We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote and the next dates we have.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.

Can I add another job to the visit?

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

Can you replace the silicone at the same time?

Yes. We can repair and reseal on the same visit.

Can I keep using a cracked tray?

It’s best to stop using it until it’s checked, because water may be getting underneath.

Repairing versus replacing in Higher Town

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. Prices start from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Higher Town

  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • A fixed quote before you book
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job

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What your shower tray is made of matters

Acrylic

Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.

Ceramic

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

Where we work around Higher Town

Higher Town is about 35 miles west of Penzance, in the Isles of Scilly. Book a date that suits you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there’s no waiting around. Higher Town is one of 13 towns and villages in the Isles of Scilly where we work.

All of TR25 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on School Lane and Cruther's Neck or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. If you’re just outside Higher Town, we cover Trenoweth (2 miles south), Old Grimsby (2 miles west), Dolphin Town (2 miles west), Telegraph (2 miles south) and Pelistry (2 miles south). For island and remote addresses, call first so we can plan the visit.

Landmarks near Higher Town

In Higher Town, that means homes near St Martin's Church and Seven Stones Inn, among other places. Well-known places in the area include St Mary's Hospital (3.5 miles south) and King Charles's Castle (2.9 miles west). For a walk, there’s Chapel Down and Abbey Pool.

Map of Higher Town © OpenStreetMap contributors

Landlord and trade work in Higher Town

If you manage property in Higher Town, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we will price them together.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, pictures and access details.

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