South Tyneside · England

Shower Tray Repair for Horsley Hill homes

Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing for homes and businesses in Horsley Hill and across South Tyneside. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Staining and dullness across the tray
  • Chips caused during fitting
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair near Horsley Hill

How we handle shower tray repair in Horsley Hill

In most cases, a damaged tray can be repaired where it is, from a chip by the waste to a crack across the base. The colour and finish are matched. If you’re dealing with chipped corners or rims and scratches from cleaning or grit, we can help, on acrylic, stone resin and cast iron alike.

All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in South Tyneside.

Area
Horsley Hill (NE34, NE33)
Area hub
South Tyneside
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after

Do you need shower tray repair in Horsley Hill?

Stone resin trays are rigid, so they crack rather than bend when they sit on an uneven or poorly supported floor. Movement in a timber floor has the same effect.

The things customers typically mention when they call are:

  • Chipped corners or rims
  • A crack across the base
  • Staining and dullness across the tray
  • Damage from a refit or building work

What to look for in a quote

  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • How to care for the finish
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • Whether they match the colour on site

10 questions to ask before you book

How to look after the repair

A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:

  • Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
  • Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
  • Avoid strong descalers and bleach
  • Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black

Rinse the tray after use, clean with mild cleaners, and keep the sealant in good condition so water can’t get underneath.

Don’t keep using a cracked tray. Water may be getting under the tray, where it causes damage you can’t see.

The process

We begin by going over the job with you. After that, protection goes down around the work area and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface.

  1. The surrounding area is sheeted and masked.
  2. Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
  3. The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
  4. The surface is refinished to match.
  5. We clean up and give you the curing time.

How to prepare

  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children

Getting a price

Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. There is no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.

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Advice

Common questions in Horsley Hill

Can a stained tray be refinished?

Yes. Resurfacing gives a worn tray an even, clean finish.

Do you cover Horsley Hill?

Yes, we do. We send a technician to Horsley Hill for every job, with no extra charge for travel.

What happens once I’ve sent pictures?

We look at the photos and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.

Is a cracked tray repairable?

Typically, if the tray is firmly supported. The crack is reinforced, filled and refinished.

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.

Do you hold any accreditations?

We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.

What areas do you cover?

We work UK-wide, and that includes Horsley Hill. Prices don’t change with location.

Will the price change on the day?

It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.

How we price shower tray repair

Prices start from £95. There’s no area surcharge for Horsley Hill. What changes the price is:

  • The type of damage
  • Access to the area
  • The colour and finish to match
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before booking, with no extras added later.

Send pictures for a quote

We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:

  • The material, if you know it
  • A wider photo showing the whole shower tray
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Something in shot to show the size

If you are in Horsley Hill and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Why repair rather than replace?

If the tray is solid and the crack hasn’t let water spread, repair is generally best. If the floor is damaged or the tray is badly cracked, replacement may make more sense. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Horsley Hill

  • No need to remove anything
  • No extra charge for your area
  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited

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Horsley Hill and the surrounding area

Horsley Hill is about 1 mile north-east of South Shields, in South Tyneside. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. Horsley Hill is one of 14 places in South Tyneside we cover. Our jobs stretch from Horsley Hill to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 9 miles away).

We work across NE34 and NE33 and the streets around it. That includes homes on Coast Road, Tadema Road and Bulmer Road and the roads around them. Horsley Hill sits on or near the A183, which makes travel easy. We also cover the places around Horsley Hill: Westoe (1 mile west), South Shields (1 mile south-west), Harton (1 mile south-west), Cleadon Park (1 mile south) and West Harton (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Jarrow (3 miles south-west), Hebburn (4 miles west), Monkton (4 miles west), Primrose (4 miles south-west), Willington Quay (4 miles west) and East Boldon (3 miles south).

Local landmarks in Horsley Hill

We visit homes around Dean Road School, Marine Park and Harton Academy and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Sea View Primary School (within half a mile south-east) and St Lawrence the Martyr (0.7 miles south). For rail, the closest station is East Boldon station, about 2.9 miles south of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around South Tyneside District Hospital (1.4 miles south-west) and Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade Watch House Museum (2 miles north). Not far away are Cleadon Hills.

  • Other local spots include County Borough of Tynemouth (2.4 miles north-west)
Map of Horsley Hill © OpenStreetMap contributors

Should I try a DIY kit first?

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.

Landlord and trade work in Horsley Hill

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we will arrange it.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Ceramic

Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. They chip and crack from impact, and the repair is polished to match the shine.

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.

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