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Shower Tray Repair in Holborn

Fixed-price shower tray repair in Holborn and the surrounding area, normally in one visit.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A crack across the base
  • Movement when you stand on it
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Holborn homes

Covering Holborn

Holborn is about 2 miles north-west of London, in Greater London. We visit homes and businesses in Holborn and the surrounding area, so nothing has to leave your home. Holborn is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover.

Every address in WC1X, WC1N and EC1R is covered. From Shoe Lane, Drury Lane and New Square or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. You’ll find Holborn on the A4 and A40, so it’s easy for us to reach. Close by, we cover Farringdon (1 mile east), St Pancras (1 mile north-west), Clare Market (1 mile south), Smithfield (1 mile east) and Temple Bar (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (13 miles west), Brompton (3 miles south-west) and Stockwell (4 miles south).

Landmarks near Holborn

Around Holborn, we work in homes near British Library of Political and Economic Science, City Academy and The Yorkshire Grey pub. Nearby too are St Alban's Church of England Primary School (less than half a mile east), Lincoln's Inn Fields (less than half a mile south-west), St Alban's Church (within half a mile east) and Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School (0.9 miles north). Holborn has its own railway station: Farringdon station. Nearby you’ll also find The Postal Museum (less than half a mile north) and Montfichet's Tower (0.7 miles south-east). Not far away are Barnsbury Wood and Ludgate Hill.

  • Parks and local facilities nearby include Metropolitan Borough of Holborn (0.5 miles south-west)
Map of Holborn © OpenStreetMap contributors

About our shower tray repair in Holborn

Before repairing a crack, we find out why it happened. A tray that moves needs its support sorting first, so the crack doesn’t come back. Whether it’s snagging damage in a new bathroom and scuffs and light scratches, we can usually put it right.

A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.

Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish
Location
Holborn (WC1X, WC1N, EC1R)
Area hub
Greater London
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Repairs by material

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are rigid and slim. A flat, solid base is essential, and we match repairs to the surface finish.

Acrylic

Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so good support matters. Cracks and scratches can be repaired.

Aftercare tips

Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:

  • Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use
  • Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
  • Avoid strong descalers and bleach

Keep heavy bottles off the tray floor, so they can’t be knocked over.

Every shower forces a little water into a crack, which can damage the floor over time. An early repair is far cheaper than floor repairs.

Common problems we fix in Holborn

Heavy bottles, shower heads and dropped razors chip trays, usually along the edges or by the waste.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • Damage around the waste
  • Cracks running from the waste
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
  • Chipped corners or rims

What to look for in a quote

  • How the colour is matched
  • How your room will be protected
  • Aftercare advice
  • If travel is included in the price

How to compare quotes

Why repair rather than replace?

The tray itself may not cost much, but the work around it does: removing the screen, breaking out tiles, relaying the base and re-tiling. Repairing it takes one visit. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Holborn

  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • Work done at your home or business
  • Colour mixed on the day to match

Read our prices page.

The process

When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job generally takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. We clean up when we are done and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
  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.

Preparing for the visit

  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day

Ask for a price

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the shower tray, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.

Get a fixed price

Related advice

DIY repairs versus a professional job

If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

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.

What we cannot put right

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

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

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.

Surfaces we repair

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

FAQs for Holborn

Do you cover Holborn?

We do. Repair technicians travel to Holborn from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

Are there extra charges for Holborn?

No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

In most cases. The old repair comes out first.

How long does it take to cure?

Normally the following day. We’ll confirm before we leave.

Is it messy?

Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.

Are you a vetted contractor?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.

What does shower tray repair cost?

Repairs from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.

For landlords and businesses

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Holborn as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it normally costs far less than a refit.

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip.

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