Hertfordshire · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Holwell, Hertfordshire
Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing in Holwell, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A tray that flexes
- Damage from a refit or building work
About our shower tray repair in Holwell
If the entire tray looks tired, we can resurface it, giving it a fresh, even finish. We’re often asked to fix a tray that looks tired however much you clean it and edge chips from dropped bottles, across cast iron, enamelled steel and ceramic.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Where
- Holwell (SG5)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Holwell and the surrounding area
Holwell is about 3 miles north-west of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. From the centre of Holwell to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Holwell is one of 381 places in Hertfordshire where we work. You can also see our page for London, about 35 miles away.
We work across the SG5 postcode area. You’ll find streets such as Gurney's Lane, Pirton Road and Rand's Meadow, and we cover them all. We also travel to Pirton (2 miles south-west), Shillington (3 miles west), Apsley End (3 miles west), Hanscombe End (3 miles west) and Pegsdon (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Stevenage (7 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (14 miles south), Harpenden (12 miles south), Hitchin (3 miles south-east), Letchworth (3 miles east) and Letchworth Garden City (3 miles east).
Near you in Holwell
Our customers here include homes close to The Priory School and Church of St Peter (C of E) at Corner with Holwell Road. Holwell’s nearest station is Hitchin station, roughly 2.8 miles south-east. A little further out are Wymondley Castle (4.3 miles south-east) and Fairfield Hospital (2.7 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Markham's Hill and Oughtonhead Nature Reserve.
How the visit works
You do not need to empty the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and start once you are happy with the plan. It normally takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
- We clean and prepare the damaged area or the entire tray.
- We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
- The repair is colour matched, or the whole tray gets a new finish.
- Once cured, generally by the next day, you can use the shower.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Getting a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.
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What shower tray repair costs
Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Holwell. What changes the price is:
- The material and finish
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How easy the damage is to reach
No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. 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.
Getting a price from pictures
Phone pictures are fine, there’s no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:
- Where you are, by postcode
- The material, if you know it
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We will say straight away whether it can be repaired.
Repairs by material
Ceramic
Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.
Acrylic
Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so a firm base is essential. We repair cracks and scratches.
When we would advise against a repair
A repair is not always the answer, and we’d rather say so up front. Repairs will not solve:
- Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
- Plumbing leaks under the tray
- Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.
Materials we work on in Holwell
- Acrylic
- Ceramic
- Cast iron
- Enamelled steel
- Stone resin
Work for landlords and builders
If you manage property in Holwell, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we’ll come back with a combined price.
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.
FAQs for Holwell
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.
When can I use the shower again?
You will get the exact time when we finish, typically the day after.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Can you fix a cracked tray?
In most cases. A tray that moves needs its support sorting before the repair.
Aftercare tips
To keep it looking its best for years:
- Don’t use strong acids or bleach
- Give the tray a quick rinse after use
- Store bottles off the tray
- Stick to gentle cleaners
Check the silicone around the tray every few months, and reseal when it starts to fail.
Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water may be getting under the tray, and the damage below is not visible.
Repair or replace: which is better?
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. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Holwell
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Usually one visit, start to finish
Take a look at our prices page.
Can I fix it myself?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
A DIY attempt is not 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 pictures.
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