Cambridgeshire · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Howes, Cambridgeshire

Shower tray repair for Howes, without a refit. Get a fixed price from your photos, then we come to you.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scratches in the surface
  • A damaged area around the waste
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair in Howes

Shower tray repair in Howes, done in place

Every crack has a cause, and we find it first. A tray that moves needs its support sorting first, so the crack doesn’t come back. Typical jobs include damage from a refit or building work and a tray that creaks or moves underfoot, on cast iron, stone resin and acrylic.

Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.

Area
Howes (CB3)
County
Cambridgeshire
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after

Keeping it looking good

Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:

  • Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
  • Get a moving tray checked
  • Ventilate the room after showers
  • Rinse the tray after each shower

Wait the full curing time before you shower. After that, gentle cleaning and good ventilation keep it in good shape.

Every shower forces a little water into a crack, which can damage the floor over time. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.

How the visit works

You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and start once you are happy with the plan. Most jobs take 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.

  1. The surrounding area is sheeted and masked.
  2. Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
  3. We clean and key the tray, then repair the damage.
  4. We refinish the surface to match the tray.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.

How to prepare

  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Let us know which floor the room is on

How to get a price

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.

Get a fixed price

Advice

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Enamelled steel

Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.

Acrylic

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

Do you need shower tray repair in Howes?

Dull and stained trays are typically down to cleaning: limescale, harsh chemicals and abrasive pads wear the finish away.

The things clients generally mention when they call include:

  • Staining and dullness across the tray
  • A tray that flexes
  • Damage from a refit or building work
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit

What to look for in a quote

  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • What happens if they find more damage
  • Who turns up on the day

10 questions to ask before booking

Landlord and trade work in Howes

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

What we can’t put right

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

  • Damage below the tray that needs a builder
  • Trays cracked in several places
  • Plumbing leaks under the tray

If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.

What we work on

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

Repair or replace: which is better?

If the tray is solid and the crack hasn’t let water spread, repair is usually best. If the floor is damaged or the tray is badly cracked, replacement may make more sense. Prices start from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing typically costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Why book with us

  • Work done at your home or business
  • Normally one visit, start to finish
  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Nothing taken out or refitted

Take a look at our full price list.

Where we work around Howes

Howes is about 2 miles west of King's Hedges, in Cambridgeshire. From the centre of Howes to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We work in all 371 towns and villages across Cambridgeshire. Our nearest city page is London, about 51 miles away.

Every address in CB3 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Burlton Road, Whitehouse Lane and Shrewsbury Road. Howes sits on or near the A1307, so getting to you is simple. Neighbouring places we cover include Eddington (1 mile south-west), Girton (1 mile north-west), Coton (2 miles south-west), Madingley (2 miles west) and Oakington (3 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as St Neots (15 miles west), Huntingdon (14 miles north-west), St Ives (10 miles north-west), Newmarket (13 miles east), Ely (14 miles north-east) and Royston (13 miles south).

Local landmarks in Howes

We visit homes around The Travellers Rest pub, Chesterton Community College and Castle Hill and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Pepys Library (1.3 miles south-east), St Augustine's Church (0.7 miles east), St John's College School (1.1 miles south-east) and University of Cambridge Primary School (less than half a mile south-west). The nearest railway station is Cambridge station, about 2.7 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Lawrence Room (Girton's Museum Collection) (0.5 miles north-west) and Nuffield Health Cambridge Hospital (2.6 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Paradise Fen nature reserve.

Map of Howes © OpenStreetMap contributors

What affects the price in Howes

Repairs from £95. We price every job individually. The main factors are:

  • How many items we do on one visit
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • How much damage there is
  • Unusual colours or finishes

The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.

Send pictures for a quote

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

  • Natural light rather than flash
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size

We price from photos so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.

Howes questions

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

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

Do you redo the sealant?

We can. It’s a good time to replace old sealant.

When can I use the shower again?

You’ll get the exact time when we finish.

Is it messy?

Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.

How do I get a price for shower tray repair in Howes?

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

Which areas do you work in?

Across the UK, so Howes is covered. Prices don’t change with location.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Typically, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

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