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Shower Tray Repair in Highertown

Damaged shower tray in Highertown? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips on the edges
  • Staining and dullness across the tray
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair in Highertown

Shower tray repair in Highertown, done in place

We repair plenty of shower trays. Chipped edges, cracks and worn finishes are all things we fix in place. Our repair technicians work on ceramic, enamelled steel and acrylic, and people most frequently call us about damage from a refit or building work and a damaged area around the waste.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we’ll come back.

Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish
Where
Highertown (TR1, TR3, TR4)
Region
Cornwall
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Honest limits

A repair isn’t always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. We cannot fix:

  • A tray that moves underfoot
  • Damage below the tray that needs a builder
  • Trays cracked in several places

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.

What we work on

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

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Enamelled steel

Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are heavy and rigid with a gel-coat finish. They crack if the base is not fully supported, and chips are filled and matched to the surface.

Aftercare tips

How the surface is treated afterwards matters:

  • Use the extractor fan
  • Stick to gentle cleaners
  • Avoid strong descalers and bleach
  • Rinse the tray after each shower

Wait the full curing time before you shower. After that, gentle cleaning and good ventilation keep it in good shape.

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

Common problems we fix in Highertown

Cracks frequently start at the waste, because that is where the tray is weakest and the fitting puts pressure on it.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • A damaged area around the waste
  • A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom

Questions to ask before booking

  • When it can be used again
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers

How to compare quotes

What affects the price in Highertown

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

  • How many items we do on one visit
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • The material and finish
  • How many areas need work

Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.

How to get a fixed price

Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • A photo taken from further back

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.

Highertown and the surrounding area

Highertown is about 1 mile west of Truro, in Cornwall. From the centre of Highertown to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We work in all 644 towns and villages across Cornwall, from the larger towns to small villages.

Here we cover the TR1, TR3 and TR4 postcode area. We regularly work on streets such as Alma Road, Dobbs Lane and Kirby Road and the roads around them. Highertown sits on or near the A390, so getting to you is simple. If you’re just outside Highertown, we cover Gloweth (1 mile west), Kenwyn (1 mile north-east), New Mills (1 mile north), Truro (1 mile east) and Calenick (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Newquay (10 miles north), Falmouth (8 miles south), St Austell (14 miles east), Camborne (10 miles west), Redruth (7 miles west) and Helston (14 miles south-west).

Around Highertown

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to County Museum And Library (Royal Institution Of Cornwall), Truro Learning Academy and St George the Martyr, among other places. Other local landmarks include Victoria Gardens (1.1 miles east), Richard Lander School (2 miles south) and All Saints Church Highertown (under half a mile north). The nearest railway station is Truro station, roughly 0.8 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Carrick (1.2 miles east) and Old Kiln Museum (1 mile east). Not far away are Daubuz Moors.

Map of Highertown © OpenStreetMap contributors

How it works

On the day, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
  2. Next we clean and prepare the tray.
  3. We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
  4. We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
  5. The tray is left to cure and can normally be used the next day.

How to prepare

  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Point us to the nearest place to park

Get a quote

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

Can I fix it myself?

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

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, and the work is guaranteed.

Should you replace it?

Replacing a tray normally involves taking out the enclosure and tiles, preparing a new base and tiling again. A repair or resurface leaves all of that alone. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Highertown

  • We leave the room as we found it
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • Work done at your home or business
  • Everything repaired in place

See our pricing.

Questions from Highertown

When can I use the shower again?

Normally the day after. We will tell you the exact time when we finish.

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

Most of the time. Let us know what was used before.

Do I have to be there?

Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.

What happens after I send pictures?

We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we’ll ask for another photo.

What areas do you cover?

The whole UK, including all of Cornwall. Just include your postcode and we’ll confirm dates.

Can you repair several things at once?

Of course, and it generally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you’ll get one combined price.

Will the price change on the day?

The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there is more, we’ll tell you before starting.

How much does shower tray repair cost in Highertown?

Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

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