Dorset · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Holt, Dorset

Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing at your home in Holt, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chipped corners or rims
  • A damaged area around the waste
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

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What we cannot put right

We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair won’t do:

  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
  • Leaking waste fittings
  • Damage below the tray that needs a builder

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.

Surfaces we repair

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

How we handle shower tray repair in Holt

Stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays can all be repaired, or resurface the entire tray if it’s worn. The tray stays in place, so the screen and tiling stay as they are. We work on enamelled steel, ceramic and stone resin, and the jobs we see most are scratches in the surface and edge chips from dropped bottles.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will come back.

Where
Holt (BH21)
Region
Dorset
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Common problems we fix in Holt

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

The things customers generally mention when they call are:

  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
  • Chips caused during fitting
  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • A crack across the base

Comparing quotes

  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • How soon you can use it again
  • Aftercare advice
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long

Choosing a repair company

Holt and the surrounding area

Holt is about 2 miles north of Wimborne Minster, in Dorset. Anywhere in BH21, we carry out the work at your property. Holt is one of 462 towns and villages in Dorset where we work.

We cover every part of BH21 and the streets around it. Jobs here include addresses on Holt Lane and Springfields and the roads around them. We also travel to God's Blessing Green (1 mile south-east), Pig Oak (1 mile south-west), Lodge Copse Estate (1 mile north-east), Gaunts (1 mile north-west) and White Moor (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Christchurch (11 miles south-east), Blandford Forum (9 miles west), Verwood (5 miles north-east), Ferndown (4 miles south-east), Broadstone (5 miles south) and Corfe Mullen (5 miles south-west).

What’s near Holt

Around Holt, we work in homes near Church of St James and Dumpton School, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Stapehill Abbey (2.6 miles south-east) and St Leonard's Hospital (4.8 miles east).

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Can I fix it myself?

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Holt

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

What affects the price in Holt

Repairs from £95. There’s no charge for travel to Holt. The price depends on:

  • The colour and finish to match
  • How much damage there is
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • Whether we combine several jobs

We charge the same wherever you are, so there’s no premium for Holt. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

How to get a fixed quote

Two or three clear photos are usually enough. It helps if you send:

  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Any details about the material

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.

Looking after it afterwards

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

  • Get a moving tray checked
  • Do not use strong acids or bleach
  • Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
  • Ventilate the room after showers

Keep an eye on the sealant, and reseal when it starts to fail.

Act on split sealant early. Water gets behind and under the tray and can damage the floor below.

Questions from Holt

Do I have to be there?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.

Can tenants book a repair?

We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just make sure the landlord agrees.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.

How quickly can you book me in?

Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

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

What does shower tray repair cost?

Repairs from £95. We give a fixed price based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your BH21 postcode.

Do the materials smell?

A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.

What your shower tray is made of matters

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.

Enamelled steel

Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so it’s worth repairing early.

What happens on the day

On the day, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job normally 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 check the tray for movement first.
  2. We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
  3. Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
  4. We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
  5. It’s left to cure, generally until the following day.

Before we arrive

  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift

How to get a price

No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.

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