Sheffield · England
Shower Tray Repair in Hillsborough
Our technicians come to Hillsborough for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
- Chips caused during fitting
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Ceramic
Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. They chip and crack from impact, and we match the gloss when we repair them.
About our shower tray repair in Hillsborough
Shower tray repairs are one of our most common jobs. Chips by the waste, cracks across the base and dull, stained surfaces can all be put right without removing the tray. Whether it’s movement when you stand on it and cracks running from the waste, we can typically put it right, on ceramic, cast iron and stone resin alike.
You are covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Where
- Hillsborough (S6, S5)
- Area hub
- Sheffield
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Repair or replace in Hillsborough?
When the tray is firm and dry underneath, repair is the obvious choice. If water has damaged the floor, or the tray is cracked in several places, a new tray may be better. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. Compared with replacing, repairing usually costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Hillsborough
- One visit for most repairs
- One price list for the entire UK
- No need to remove anything
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
Read our full price list.
About Hillsborough
Hillsborough is about 3 miles north-west of Sheffield, in Sheffield. Jobs in Hillsborough are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from photos, and a technician at your door on the day. We work in all 118 towns and villages across Sheffield, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Hillsborough to Leeds (27 miles away).
Our visits in S6 and S5 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets such as Far Lane, Vere Road and Lamb Road. Hillsborough is on the A6102, so it’s easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also work in Wadsley (1 mile west), Middlewood (1 mile north-west), Wisewood (1 mile south-west), Malin Bridge (1 mile south-west) and Loxley (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Sheffield (3 miles south-east), Broomhall (3 miles south), Chapeltown (4 miles north), Highfield (3 miles south), Sharrow (3 miles south) and Cathedral Quarter (3 miles south-east).
Around Hillsborough
In Hillsborough, that means homes near Rivelin Valley Park, Old Crown pub and Hillsborough Primary School, among other places. Nearby too are Christ Church (within half a mile north), Yewlands Academy (1 mile north-east) and Parkwood Academy (0.6 miles east). For rail, the closest station is Sheffield station, about 2.9 miles south-east. Nearby you will also find Yorkshire Natural History Museum (0.9 miles south) and Orchard Square (2.5 miles south-east). Open spaces near Hillsborough include Greno Woods.
- Other local spots include Central (2.7 miles south)
Aftercare tips
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Use the extractor fan
- Don’t ignore a tray that flexes
- Don’t stand heavy bottles on the tray
- Avoid strong descalers and bleach
Keep an eye on the sealant, and replace it when it splits or goes black.
A tray that moves underfoot needs looking at, before it cracks.
What we do, step by step
Your technician turns up when we said we would, introduces themselves and checks the damage against your pictures first. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before we open a single tin. Most visits take a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and the room is left clean and tidy.
- We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
- The damaged area, or the entire tray, is cleaned and prepared.
- We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
- The repair is colour matched, or the whole tray gets a new finish.
- Once cured, usually by the day after, you can use the shower.
How to prepare
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos through our quote form or call us. We will say right away whether it can be repaired.
Related advice
Common problems we fix in Hillsborough
Trays crack mainly because they move: without a solid, level base underneath, every shower puts strain on it. Chips generally come from dropped bottles.
People typically call us after spotting one of these:
- Scratches in the surface
- Damage from a refit or building work
- Chips on the edges
- Movement when you stand on it
Before booking anyone
- What prep work is covered
- When it can be used again
- How the room is protected while they work
- What happens if they find more damage
Hillsborough: your questions answered
Is repairing better than replacing?
Typically, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit usually costs less than separate visits. Include photos of each item.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
Do you work in Hillsborough?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Hillsborough and the rest of Sheffield. Send photos and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Which areas do you work in?
We cover the whole UK, including Hillsborough and the rest of Sheffield. Just include your postcode and we will confirm dates.
Is there a call-out fee?
We don’t add a call-out fee. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.
Nearby places to Hillsborough
What else we do in Hillsborough
Work for landlords and builders
Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Hillsborough use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
What shower tray repair costs
Prices start from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- How much damage there is
- How many items we do on one visit
- What the surface is made of
Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Hillsborough. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Quotes from your pictures
Two or three clear photos are usually enough. It helps if you send:
- Any details about the material
- A photo taken from further back
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole shower tray, we can price the job.
DIY kit or professional repair?
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
