Carmarthenshire · Wales
Shower Tray Repair in Kidwelly
Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing in Kidwelly, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
Shower tray repair in Kidwelly, done in place
Shower tray repairs are one of our most common jobs. Chipped edges, cracks and worn finishes are all things we fix in place. We’re frequently asked to fix chips caused during fitting and cracks running from the waste, across acrylic, stone resin and ceramic.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Where
- Kidwelly (SA17)
- County
- Carmarthenshire
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
When to call us in Kidwelly
The waste is a common starting point for cracks, because that is where the tray is weakest and the fitting puts pressure on it.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Cracks running from the waste
- Damage from a refit or building work
- A tray that flexes
- A damaged area around the waste
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if they find more damage
- What preparation is included
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
Your questions about shower tray repair in Kidwelly
When can you do it?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Can you fix a cracked tray?
Typically, as long as it does not flex. The crack is reinforced, filled and refinished.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes: twelve months. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Will there be a smell?
A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.
Can you make an old tray look new?
Yes. We can resurface the entire tray for a fresh finish.
Where we work around Kidwelly
Kidwelly (Welsh: Cydweli) is about 8 miles north-west of Llanelli, in Carmarthenshire. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. We cover all 195 towns and villages in Carmarthenshire.
All of SA17 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Station Road, Causeway Street and Lady Street, and we cover them all. You’ll find Kidwelly on the A484 and B4308, so it’s easy for us to reach. If you’re just outside Kidwelly, we cover Llangadog (1 mile north-east), Mynyddygarreg (1 mile north-east), Llansaint (2 miles north-west), Pontyates (2 miles north-east) and Broadway (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Llanelli (8 miles south-east), Carmarthen (8 miles north), Llanelli Rural (7 miles south-east), Bigyn (8 miles south-east), Wern (8 miles south-east) and Ammanford (14 miles east).
What’s near Kidwelly
Typical jobs here are in homes near St Mary’s Church (Kidwelly), Ysgol Y Castell and White Lion Inn. The nearest railway station is Kidwelly station, about 0.5 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Kidwelly Castle (under half a mile north). Not far away are Allt Cunedda.
The process
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. If anything looks different from your pictures, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- We check the tray for movement first.
- 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, usually until the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
Getting a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole shower tray, we can price the job without visiting.
Advice
Looking after it afterwards
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- Do not ignore a tray that flexes
- Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
- Store bottles off the tray
- Rinse away soap after showering
Store heavy bottles on a shelf, not on the tray, so they cannot be knocked over.
A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, which can damage the floor over time. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.
Work for landlords and builders
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Kidwelly as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
How we price shower tray repair
Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. These are the things that affect it:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- How many items we do on one visit
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The colour and finish to match
We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Kidwelly. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Quotes from your pictures
You can normally get a fixed quote without us visiting. To make it quick:
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- The material, if you know it
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Details of any past repairs
If you’re in Kidwelly and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
When we would advise against a repair
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, for example:
- Trays cracked in several places
- Leaking waste fittings
- Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Kidwelly
- Enamelled steel
- Stone resin
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
- Ceramic
Also in Kidwelly
Repairing versus replacing in Kidwelly
The tray is usually the last thing fitted and the first thing tiled up to, so replacing one disturbs a lot around it. A repair keeps everything as it is. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Kidwelly
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
Read our prices page.
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so a firm base is essential. We repair cracks and scratches.
Stone resin
Stone resin trays are popular because they’re rigid and low-profile. A flat, solid base is essential, and repairs are matched to the gel coat.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
