Edinburgh · Scotland
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Kaimes, Edinburgh
We travel to Kaimes for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips on the edges
- Scratches in the surface
Our work in Kaimes
Kaimes is about 3 miles south-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Anywhere in EH16, we come to you. Kaimes is one of 175 places in Edinburgh where we work.
We work across EH16 and EH17. That includes homes on Tor Lane, Soutra Road and Mansion Lane and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Kaimes: Howden Hall (1 mile north), Alnwickhill (1 mile north), Southhouse (1 mile east), Gracemount (1 mile north-east) and Mortonhall (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Edinburgh (3 miles north-west), Leith (5 miles north), Bonnington (5 miles north), Greenside (4 miles north), Broughton (4 miles north) and Bellevue (4 miles north).
What’s near Kaimes
We visit homes around Drum Park, Gracemount High School and Liberton Parish Church and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Shawfair station, roughly 3.2 miles east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Craigmillar Castle (2 miles north-east) and Natural History Collections (1.6 miles north). Open spaces near Kaimes include Blackford Hill and The New Leaf Co-op.
Shower tray repair in Kaimes, done in place
The first thing we do is check the tray: if it flexes underfoot, the cause needs sorting before any repair, otherwise any crack returns. We will explain what we find. We are frequently asked to fix chips caused during fitting and a tray that creaks or moves underfoot, on cast iron, acrylic and enamelled steel.
We guarantee the work for a year. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Area
- Kaimes (EH16, EH17)
- Area hub
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
Letting agents often send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll arrange it.
Keeping it looking good
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Stick to gentle cleaners
- Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
- Do not use strong acids or bleach
- Rinse away soap after showering
Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. Warm water and a mild detergent is enough.
Do not keep using a cracked tray. Water can get through to the floor and walls, where it causes damage you can’t see.
Can I fix it myself?
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.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
When a repair is not the answer
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
- Plumbing leaks under the tray
- Trays cracked in several places
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we work on in Kaimes
- Ceramic
- Stone resin
- Enamelled steel
- Acrylic
- Cast iron
Repairing versus replacing in Kaimes
Replacing a tray normally involves removing the screen and tiling, preparing a new base and re-tiling. Repairing or resurfacing the tray leaves all of that alone. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Kaimes. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Kaimes
- A fixed quote before booking
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Rooms protected and left tidy
Read our full price list.
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Questions from Kaimes
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.
Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?
Not until you know the crack isn’t letting water through. Look for damp or stains below.
Do you charge for travel?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Do you cover the whole of Edinburgh?
The entire UK, including all of Edinburgh. Send your postcode with your photos and we will confirm dates.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Normally, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one.
Do you reseal the tray as well?
Yes, if you’d like us to. It’s a good time to replace old sealant.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
You’ll get a fixed quote back. You’re under no obligation.
Will you leave a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
How it works
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we’ll explain it before carrying on.
- First, we check whether the tray moves.
- The damaged area is cleaned and opened up.
- Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
- The repair is shaped, colour-matched and finished.
- It’s left to cure, typically until the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
How to get a price
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, and we will come back with a fixed figure.
Advice
Repairs by material
Enamelled steel
Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so it’s worth repairing early.
Ceramic
Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- How much damage there is
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Send photos for a quote
Phone pictures are fine, there is no need for anything special. Ensure they show:
- One picture of the whole shower tray
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
Most clients in Kaimes get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
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