County Durham · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Kimblesworth, County Durham
Fixed-price shower tray repair in Kimblesworth and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Repairs from £95
- A tray that flexes
- Chips on the edges
How we price shower tray repair
Repairs from £95. We price every job individually, from your photos. The main factors are:
- Doing more than one item at once
- What kind of damage it is
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
We charge the same wherever you are, so there’s no premium for Kimblesworth. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Quotes from your pictures
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Please include:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Details of any past repairs
- One picture of the whole shower tray
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Shower tray repair in Kimblesworth, done in place
We repair a lot of shower trays. Chipped edges, cracks and worn finishes can all be put right without removing the tray. Common call-outs are for damage from a refit or building work and a cracked shower tray, on acrylic, enamelled steel and ceramic.
We guarantee the work for a year. If something is not right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Area
- Kimblesworth (DH2)
- Region
- County Durham
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
When to call us in Kimblesworth
Heavy bottles, shower heads and dropped razors chip trays, typically on the edges or near the plughole.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
- A tray that flexes
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
- Scratches from cleaning or grit
Questions to ask before booking
- Who will actually do the work
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How your room will be protected
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
How it works
On the day, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.
- We protect the floor and the enclosure.
- Any sealant in the way is cut out.
- The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
- The surface is refinished to match.
- We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.
How to prepare
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
Get a quote
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire shower tray, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
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What we cannot put right
A repair isn’t right for every job, including:
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
- Multiple cracks across the tray
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Kimblesworth
- Stone resin
- Ceramic
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
- Enamelled steel
Repair or replace in Kimblesworth?
The tray is typically the last thing fitted and the first thing tiled up to, so taking one out disturbs a lot. A repair keeps everything as it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Kimblesworth
- Colour-matched on site
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
Take a look at our full price list.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Kimblesworth
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. Several plots can be done in one visit.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Kimblesworth use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it typically costs far less than a refit.
Common questions in Kimblesworth
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?
In most cases. A tray that moves needs its support sorting before the repair.
Is there a call-out fee?
There’s no separate call-out charge. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?
We would stop using it until it’s repaired, because water may be getting underneath.
Can a stained tray be refinished?
Yes. A full resurface makes a tired tray look fresh.
Keeping it looking good
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Check the seal every few months
- Don’t stand heavy bottles on the tray
- Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
- Give the tray a quick rinse after use
Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. Warm water and a mild detergent is enough.
If the tray creaks or moves, get it checked, before it cracks.
Can I fix it myself?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
About Kimblesworth
Kimblesworth is about 2 miles south of Chester-le-Street, in County Durham. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Kimblesworth is one of 329 towns and villages in County Durham where we work. You can also see our page for Newcastle upon Tyne, about 12 miles away.
We work across DH2. Whether you live on Sycamore Road, Cedar Avenue and Oak Crescent or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. We also cover the places around Kimblesworth: Tan Hills (1 mile north), Plawsworth (1 mile north-east), Chester Moor (1 mile north), Pity Me (1 mile south) and Chester-le-Street (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Durham (3 miles south), Consett (10 miles west), Newton Aycliffe (14 miles south), Bishop Auckland (12 miles south), Spennymoor (8 miles south) and Seaham (10 miles east).
Around Kimblesworth
In Kimblesworth, that means homes near St Philip and St James, Fyndoune Community College and Nettlesworth Primary School. The nearest railway station is Chester-Le-Street station, about 2.5 miles north. A little further out are Durham Castle (3.3 miles south) and Ankers House Museum (2.6 miles north).
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Durham (2.6 miles south)
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
