Oxfordshire · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Islip, Oxfordshire

Our repair technicians come to Islip for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Islip homes

About our shower tray repair in Islip

A worn or stained tray can be resurfaced, giving it a fresh, even finish. We are frequently asked to fix chipped corners or rims and a damaged area around the waste, across acrylic, ceramic and cast iron.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we’ll sort it.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Where
Islip (OX5)
Region
Oxfordshire
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

The process

Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which typically takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. If anything looks different from your photos, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Any sealant in the way is cut out.
  3. The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
  4. We refinish the surface to match the tray.
  5. We clean up and give you the curing time.

Before we arrive

  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before

Get a quote

For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

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Islip and nearby

Islip is about 5 miles north of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Whether you’re in the middle of Islip or on the outskirts, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Islip is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 53 miles away.

Our technicians cover all of OX5 and the streets around it. Jobs here include addresses on High Street, King's Head Lane and Middle Way and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Islip, we cover Gosford (2 miles south-west), Hampton Poyle (2 miles north-west), Kidlington (2 miles west), Bletchingdon (3 miles north-west) and Weston-on-the-Green (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Oxford (5 miles south), Didcot (15 miles south), Bicester (6 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (10 miles south), Witney (11 miles west) and Thame (12 miles south-east).

Near you in Islip

Around Islip, we work in homes near Gosford Hill School, St Nicholas' Church and Dr South's Church of England Primary School, among other places. Islip has its own railway station: Islip station. Nearby you’ll also find Churchill Hospital (4.1 miles south). Not far away are Otmoor RSPB reserve and Headington Hill.

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Different materials, different repairs

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. Chips can rust if they’re left, so early repairs help.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Islip

For anyone letting property in or around Islip, we will quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we will price them together.

Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.

Keeping it looking good

How the surface is treated afterwards matters. Here’s what we suggest:

  • Use the extractor fan
  • Do not use strong acids or bleach
  • Don’t ignore a tray that flexes
  • Replace failing sealant promptly

Rinse the tray after use, use mild, non-abrasive cleaners, and keep an eye on the sealant so water can’t get underneath.

A tray that moves underfoot needs looking at, before it cracks or gets worse.

What affects the price in Islip

Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. These are the things that affect it:

  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • The type of damage
  • The material
  • How many areas need work

We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Quotes from your photos

Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:

  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • Something in shot to show the size

Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.

When to call us in Islip

Heavy bottles, shower heads and dropped razors chip trays, typically on the edges or near the plughole.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • Chips caused during fitting
  • A cracked shower tray
  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
  • Staining and dullness across the tray

Questions to ask before booking

  • What happens if they find more damage
  • How soon you can use it again
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • What protection goes down before work starts

Choosing a repair company

Islip questions

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Doing several items on one visit generally costs less than separate visits. Include pictures of each item.

Do I have to be there?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.

Will you leave a mess?

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

Will there be a smell?

There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the materials cure.

How long does it take to cure?

We will give you the curing time on the day.

Can I keep using a cracked tray?

Only if you are sure it isn’t leaking. Look for damp or stains below.

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

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

DIY repairs versus a professional job

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

What a repair cannot fix

To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:

  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
  • Plumbing leaks under the tray
  • Trays cracked in several places

Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.

Materials we work on in Islip

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