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Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Kirkby Thore, Cumbria

Damaged shower tray in Kirkby Thore? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scratches in the surface
  • A damaged area around the waste
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair in Kirkby Thore

Common questions in Kirkby Thore

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before and we’ll plan for it.

What information do you need?

Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

Of course. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.

Will the price change on the day?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

How long does it take to cure?

Generally the following day. We’ll tell you the exact time when we finish.

Will you leave a mess?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.

Is a cracked tray repairable?

Often. A tray that moves needs its support sorting before the repair.

About our shower tray repair in Kirkby Thore

Before repairing a crack, we find out why it happened. If the tray moves, the support is fixed or flagged before we repair it, so the crack does not come back. Common call-outs are for a cracked shower tray and chips on the edges, across acrylic, stone resin and cast iron.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right, ring us and we’ll come back.

Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after
Area
Kirkby Thore (CA10)
County
Cumbria
Cover
A year, on every repair
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Keeping it looking good

Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:

  • Ventilate the room after showers
  • Rinse away soap after showering
  • Check the seal every few months
  • Stick to gentle cleaners

Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off the tray. Warm water and a mild detergent is enough.

Failed sealant around a tray should be replaced quickly. Water gets behind and under the tray and can damage the floor below.

How we price shower tray repair

Repairs from £95. There is no area surcharge for Kirkby Thore. The price reflects:

  • How many areas need work
  • What the surface is made of
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off

Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. 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.

How to get a fixed price

Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:

  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • A wider photo showing the whole shower tray

Upload a photo of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you are in Kirkby Thore, and we will come back with a fixed quote.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

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.

The process

From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, depending on what we find, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.

  1. We make sure the tray does not flex and look for the cause of any crack.
  2. The damaged area, or the entire tray, is cleaned and prepared.
  3. We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
  4. We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the whole tray.
  5. The tray is left to cure and can usually be used the next day.

How to prepare

  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
  • Ensure the room can be ventilated
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible

Getting a price

Most clients in Kirkby Thore get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

Repair or replace in Kirkby Thore?

Replacing a tray generally means refitting the screen, retiling and resealing. Repairing it avoids all of that, at a fraction of the cost. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

What you get with us

  • We leave the room as we found it
  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • Colour-matched on site

Read our pricing.

When to call us in Kirkby Thore

Most chips come from things dropped in the shower, typically on the edges or near the plughole.

People usually call us after spotting something like this:

  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • Staining and dullness across the tray
  • Edge chips from dropped bottles
  • Cracks running from the waste

What your quote should include

  • How your room will be protected
  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • Aftercare advice
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers

Our hiring checklist

Honest limits

We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:

  • Multiple cracks across the tray
  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
  • Plumbing leaks under the tray

Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before booking.

Materials we work on in Kirkby Thore

  • Ceramic
  • Stone resin
  • Acrylic
  • Cast iron
  • Enamelled steel

What your shower tray is made of matters

Ceramic

Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.

Stone resin

Stone resin is a dense, rigid material with a smooth gel coat. Poor support underneath leads to cracks, and chips can be filled and matched.

Kirkby Thore and the surrounding area

Kirkby Thore is about 8 miles east of Penrith, in Cumbria. Anywhere in CA10, we come to you. Kirkby Thore is one of 438 towns and villages in Cumbria where we work. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 45 miles away.

We work across CA10 and the streets around it. You will find streets such as Main Street, Centurion Park and Piper Lane. Nearby, we also work in Bolton (2 miles south), Newbiggin (2 miles north), Temple Sowerby (2 miles north-west), Long Marton (2 miles south-east) and Milburn (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Penrith (8 miles west), Appleby-in-Westmorland (4 miles south-east), Fair Hill (9 miles west), Carleton (7 miles west), Kirkby Stephen (14 miles south-east) and Bongate (5 miles south-east).

Around Kirkby Thore

Our customers here include homes close to Church of St Michael, Kirkby Thore School and Eden Grove School, among other places. Kirkby Thore’s nearest station is Appleby station, about 4.4 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Appleby Castle (4.6 miles south-east).

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