Northamptonshire · England
Shower Tray Repair for Irthlingborough homes
Shower tray repair across Irthlingborough and nearby, normally in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage around the waste
- Chipped corners or rims
Where we work around Irthlingborough
Irthlingborough is about 3 miles north of Rushden, in Northamptonshire. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. Irthlingborough is one of 364 places in Northamptonshire we cover. We work right across the region, from Irthlingborough to Birmingham (about 55 miles away).
Every address in NN9 is within our area. Whether you live on High Street, Station Road and Scarborough Street or a nearby road, we can come to you. Irthlingborough sits on or near the A6 and B571, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover include Finedon (2 miles north-west), Burton Latimer (4 miles north-west), Cranford St John (4 miles north), Cranford St Andrew (4 miles north) and Twywell (5 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Northampton (13 miles south-west), Corby (12 miles north), Kettering (6 miles north-west), Wellingborough (4 miles west), Rushden (3 miles south) and Desborough (12 miles north-west).
Around Irthlingborough
Around Irthlingborough, we work in homes near Huxlow Science College, Church of St Peter and Irthlingborough Nursery and Infant School. The closest station to Irthlingborough is Wellingborough station, roughly 3 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Rushden Museum (2.7 miles south) and Rushden Lakes (1.8 miles south). The countryside around Irthlingborough includes Swanspool Lake and Irthlingborough Lakes and Meadows.
About our shower tray repair in Irthlingborough
A cracked or chipped shower tray doesn’t always need replacing. If it’s solid underneath, it can typically be repaired in place, saving you the cost and mess of a new one. Our technicians work on cast iron, acrylic and ceramic, and the jobs we see most are scratches in the surface and a tray that creaks or moves underfoot.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything is not right, ring us and we will come back.
- Where
- Irthlingborough (NN9)
- Area hub
- Northamptonshire
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near Irthlingborough
Other services in Irthlingborough
Work for landlords and builders
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Irthlingborough use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
If you manage property in Irthlingborough, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we’ll price them together.
Can I fix it myself?
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.
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 then the old filler has to be removed first.
Repairing versus replacing in Irthlingborough
The tray is normally the last thing fitted and the first thing tiled up to, so taking one out disturbs a lot. Repairing it avoids that disruption. Prices start from £95. Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Irthlingborough. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Irthlingborough
- Normally one visit, start to finish
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Same prices wherever you are
- We leave the room as we found it
See our full price list.
Do you need shower tray repair in Irthlingborough?
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.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
- Scratches in the surface
- Movement when you stand on it
- Cracks running from the waste
Questions to ask before you book
- What protection goes down before work starts
- What aftercare is recommended
- If travel is included in the price
- How the colour is matched
Common questions in Irthlingborough
Do the materials smell?
Expect a mild smell while we are working that clears as it cures.
What do you need from me?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.
Is my repair covered?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Do you charge for travel?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit generally costs less than separate visits. Include pictures of each item.
How quickly can you book me in?
We will give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
How to care for the repair
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Give the tray a quick rinse after use
- Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
- Keep the bathroom well ventilated
- Don’t use strong acids or bleach
Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, mild cleaners and good ventilation are all it needs.
Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water can get through to the floor and walls, where it causes damage you can’t see.
How the visit works
There is not much you need to do on the day. Let us in and show us the room, and we’ll get on with it. The job generally runs to a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, tidy-up included.
- First we check the tray is solid and work out why any crack happened.
- We clean and prepare the damaged area or the entire tray.
- We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
- We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the entire tray.
- We leave it to cure; the shower is usually usable the day after.
Before we arrive
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
How to get a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll say right away whether it can be repaired.
Related advice
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Enamelled steel
Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
What shower tray repair costs
Prices start from £95. We give every job a fixed price from pictures. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The material and finish
- How hard the colour is to match
- How many items we do on one visit
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book.
How to get a fixed price
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To help us price it:
- Details of any past repairs
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- The material, if you know it
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole shower tray, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
