Kent · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Kingsdown, Kent
Problem with your shower tray in Kingsdown? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Movement when you stand on it
- Damage around the waste
Shower tray repair in Kingsdown, done in place
You do not always need a new tray. If it’s solid underneath, it can usually be repaired in place, which is far less work than a replacement. If you’re dealing with a tray that flexes and cracks running from the waste, we can generally put it right, on stone resin, cast iron and acrylic alike.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something is not right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Area
- Kingsdown (CT14)
- County
- Kent
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Covering Kingsdown
Kingsdown is about 2 miles south of Deal, in Kent. We travel to customers in Kingsdown and the surrounding area, so there’s no workshop to go to. Kingsdown is one of 922 places in Kent where we work. We work right across the region, from Kingsdown to London (68 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: CT14. That includes homes on King's Close, Clim Down and The Rise and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include Ringwould (1 mile west), Martin Mill (2 miles south-west), Martin (2 miles west), Sutton (2 miles west) and St Margaret's at Cliffe (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (15 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north), Dover (5 miles south-west), Folkestone (12 miles south-west), Ramsgate (11 miles north) and Broadstairs (12 miles north).
What’s near Kingsdown
In Kingsdown, that means homes near Kings Head pub, St. John the Evangelist and Kingsdown and Ringwould CofE Primary School, among other places. Kingsdown’s nearest station is Walmer station, roughly 1.3 miles north-west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Royal Victoria Hospital (5.6 miles south-west) and Kent Museum of the Moving Image (2.6 miles north).
Common problems we fix in Kingsdown
Stone resin trays are rigid, so they crack rather than bend if the floor beneath them is not flat and fully supported. Timber floors that move can cause it too.
Look out for any of the following:
- A tray that flexes
- Chipped corners or rims
- A dull, stained or worn surface
- Chips caused during fitting
Comparing quotes
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- Whether the price covers travel
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- How the colour is matched
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What happens on the day
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can carry on at home. Protection goes down first, then the work takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. At the end we talk you through how soon it can be used and how to look after it.
- We make sure the tray doesn’t flex and look for the cause of any crack.
- We clean and prepare the damaged area or the entire tray.
- Chips and cracks are filled, reinforced and sanded level.
- The repair is colour matched, or the entire tray gets a new finish.
- We leave it to cure; the shower is normally usable the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Open a window if you can
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Getting a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There’s no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.
Related advice
DIY kit or professional repair?
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
What affects the price in Kingsdown
Repairs from £95. You will know the full cost before booking. We look at:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How much damage there is
- Access to the area
- How many items we do on one visit
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Send photos for a quote
Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- A photo taken from further back
- Where you are, by postcode
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Any details about the material
Send us photos of the damage and one of the entire item, with your CT14 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Questions from Kingsdown
Will the price change on the day?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there is more, we will tell you before starting.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Generally, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one, so mention it when you send photos.
When can you do it?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Typically, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
How long does it take to cure?
Normally the following day. We will confirm before we leave.
Honest limits
It helps to know what we cannot do too:
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
- Plumbing leaks under the tray
- Trays cracked in several places
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we repair
- Stone resin
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
- Enamelled steel
- Ceramic
Looking after it afterwards
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Check the seal every few months
- Rinse the tray after each shower
- Report any creaking or movement early
- Do not use strong acids or bleach
Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. Warm water and a mild detergent is enough.
Every shower forces a little water into a crack, which can damage the floor over time. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.
Repairing versus replacing in Kingsdown
Trays sit under the screen and tiles, so replacing one disturbs a lot around it. Repairing it avoids that disruption. 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 Kingsdown
- One visit for most repairs
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- A fixed quote before you book
See our pricing.
For landlords and businesses
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Kent and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
