Shropshire · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Hinstock, Shropshire
Fixed-price shower tray repair in Hinstock and the surrounding area, normally in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Chipped corners or rims
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
How we handle shower tray repair in Hinstock
If the whole tray looks tired, we can resurface it, giving it a fresh, even finish without removing the screen or tiles. We work on acrylic, stone resin and cast iron, and common reasons people contact us are a crack across the base and a tray that looks tired however much you clean it.
You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Hinstock as everywhere else we work.
- Area
- Hinstock (TF9)
- Area hub
- Shropshire
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Different materials, different repairs
Ceramic
Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. They chip and crack from impact, and the repair is polished to match the shine.
Enamelled steel
Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.
Hinstock and nearby
Hinstock is about 5 miles south of Market Drayton, in Shropshire. Anywhere in TF9, a technician comes to you. Hinstock is one of 433 places in Shropshire we cover. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 35 miles away.
Every address in TF9 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on Manor Farm Drive, Bradford Gardens and Bearcroft Grange or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. We also cover the places around Hinstock: Woodlane (1 mile north), High Heath (1 mile north-west), Mill Green (1 mile north-west), Standford Bridge (2 miles south-east) and Child's Ercall (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Shrewsbury (15 miles south-west), Madeley (14 miles south), Market Drayton (5 miles north), Coleham (15 miles south-west), Kingsland (15 miles south-west) and Whitchurch (13 miles north-west).
Near you in Hinstock
Our customers here include homes close to Hinstock Primary School and Church of St Oswald and the streets around them. A little further out are Cheswardine Castle (2.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Hinstock includes Quarry Wood.
Hinstock: your questions answered
Will there be a smell?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
What areas do you cover?
The whole UK, including all of Shropshire. Send your postcode with your pictures and we’ll offer you dates.
Is it OK to use a cracked tray?
We would stop using it until it’s repaired, because water may be getting underneath.
When can you do it?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you’ll get one combined price.
Will you leave a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.
Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?
In most cases. If the tray moves, the support needs fixing first.
DIY kit or professional repair?
We understand the appeal of fixing it 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.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
Looking after it afterwards
It’s all simple stuff:
- Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
- Ventilate the room after showers
- Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
- Do not use strong acids or bleach
Rinse the tray down after showering, clean with mild cleaners, and keep the sealant in good condition so water can’t get underneath.
Do not keep using a cracked tray. Water may be getting under the tray, where it causes damage you can’t see.
What we’re called out for in Hinstock
Most chips come from things dropped in the shower, typically on the edges or near the plughole.
Contact us if you’ve noticed:
- Movement when you stand on it
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
- Damage from a refit or building work
- Chips on the edges
Comparing quotes
- How changes to the job are handled
- Who turns up on the day
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Whether the price covers travel
For landlords and businesses
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access.
Why repair rather than replace?
If the tray is solid and the crack hasn’t let water spread, repair is normally best. If the floor is damaged or the tray is badly cracked, replacement may make more sense. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. We do not add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Hinstock
- No need to remove anything
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
Take a look at our prices page.
When we would advise against a repair
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair won’t do:
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
- A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
- Multiple cracks across the tray
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Ceramic
- Acrylic
- Cast iron
- Enamelled steel
- Stone resin
What happens on the day
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and get going once we’ve agreed what we’re doing. It typically takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- First, we check whether the tray moves.
- We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
- Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
- We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
- It’s left to cure, usually until the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
How to get a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed price without visiting.
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