Suffolk · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Kettlebaston, Suffolk
Our technicians come to Kettlebaston for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- A tray that flexes
- Scratches from cleaning or grit
Shower tray repair in Kettlebaston, done in place
A worn or stained tray can be resurfaced, giving it a fresh, even finish without removing the screen or tiles. We work on ceramic, stone resin and enamelled steel, and people most often call us about edge chips from dropped bottles and scratches in the surface.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Location
- Kettlebaston (IP7)
- Area hub
- Suffolk
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Ceramic
Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. They chip and crack from impact, and the repair is polished to match the shine.
Repair or replace in Kettlebaston?
A new shower tray normally involves removing the screen and tiling, preparing a new base and re-tiling. A repair or resurface keeps all of that in place. Prices start from £95. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Kettlebaston
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Everything repaired in place
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- One visit for most repairs
See our pricing.
Aftercare tips
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Ventilate the room after showers
- Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
- Check the seal every few months
- Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. Warm water and a mild detergent is enough.
A tray that moves underfoot needs looking at, before it cracks.
What we’re called out for in Kettlebaston
Dull and stained trays are usually down to cleaning: limescale, harsh chemicals and abrasive pads wear the finish away.
Send us a photo if you notice any of these:
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
- A cracked shower tray
- A dull, stained or worn surface
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
Before you book anyone
- How changes to the job are handled
- When it can be used again
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
Kettlebaston questions
What do you need from me?
Photos of the damage, a picture of the entire shower tray and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. The rest of the house is unaffected.
How long does it take to cure?
Generally the next day. We’ll confirm before we leave.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send photos of everything you’d like done.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Generally, yes. Let us know what was used before.
What happens next?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
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How the visit works
From the moment we arrive, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the work takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
- The damaged area, or the entire tray, is cleaned and prepared.
- We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
- We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the whole tray.
- Once cured, typically by the following day, you can use the shower.
How to prepare
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Let us know which floor the room is on
Ask for a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
Advice
Can I fix it myself?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
About Kettlebaston
Kettlebaston is about 7 miles south-west of Stowmarket, in Suffolk. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. Kettlebaston is one of 731 towns and villages in Suffolk we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 59 miles away.
We work across IP7. If you’re just outside Kettlebaston, we cover Preston St Mary (1 mile west), Brettenham (2 miles north), Cook's Green (2 miles north-east), Thorpe Morieux (2 miles north-west) and Almshouse Green (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ipswich (13 miles east), Bury St Edmunds (11 miles north-west), Sudbury (8 miles south-west), Stowmarket (7 miles north-east), Hadleigh (6 miles south-east) and Stoke (13 miles east).
Around Kettlebaston
Around Kettlebaston, we work in homes near Centre Academy East Anglia and Church of St Mary, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Milden Castle (2.8 miles south-west). Open spaces near Kettlebaston include Bull's Wood.
What a repair can’t fix
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- A tray broken in more than one place
- A tray that moves underfoot
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Kettlebaston
- Enamelled steel
- Ceramic
- Stone resin
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
For landlords and businesses
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
Letting agents frequently send us pictures 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.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
