Solihull · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Knowle, Solihull

Shower tray repair for Knowle, without a refit. Get a fixed quote from your pictures, then book a visit.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Movement when you stand on it
  • A damaged area around the waste
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted shower tray repair in Knowle

Shower tray repair in Knowle, done in place

If the whole tray looks tired, we can resurface it, for a clean, uniform finish without removing the screen or tiles. We regularly repair enamelled steel, stone resin and cast iron, and people most often call us about scuffs and light scratches and movement when you stand on it.

Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.

Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish
Area
Knowle (B93)
Area hub
Solihull
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Repair or replace: which is better?

A new shower tray normally involves taking out the enclosure and tiles, relaying the base and tiling again. Repairing or resurfacing the tray keeps all of that in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Knowle

  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • Same prices wherever you are
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • Colour mixed on the day to match

Read our full price list.

What your shower tray is made of matters

Acrylic

Acrylic trays are lighter and slightly flexible, so good support matters. Cracks and scratches can be repaired.

Ceramic

Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. They chip and crack from impact, and the repair is polished to match the shine.

Aftercare tips

Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:

  • Store bottles off the tray
  • Replace failing sealant promptly
  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use
  • Do not use strong acids or bleach

Check the silicone around the tray every few months, and replace it when it splits or goes black.

Every shower forces a little water into a crack, which can damage the floor over time. An early repair is far cheaper than floor repairs.

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £95. We price every job individually. The main factors are:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • What the surface is made of
  • Access to the area

Compared with replacing, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

How to get a fixed quote

Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:

  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Details of any past repairs
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus

For a price in Knowle, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Knowle and nearby

Knowle is about 3 miles south-east of Solihull, in Solihull. We travel to homes and businesses in Knowle and the surrounding area, so there is no workshop to go to. Our technicians cover all 33 towns and villages across Solihull. Our jobs stretch from Knowle to Birmingham (about 9 miles away).

We work across the B93 postcode area. We regularly work on streets such as Station Road, High Street and Bower Square. Close by, we cover Bentley Heath (1 mile south-west), Rotten Row (1 mile south-east), Copt Heath (1 mile north), Norton Green (1 mile south) and Dorridge (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Solihull (3 miles north-west), Elmdon Heath (3 miles north-west), Dickens Heath (4 miles west), Cheswick Green (3 miles west), Marston Green (5 miles north) and Hampton in Arden (3 miles north-east). Being one of Solihull’s larger places, Knowle sees plenty of our work.

What’s near Knowle

Our customers here include homes close to The Wilsons Arms Public House, Knowle Church of England Primary Academy and Dorridge Wood and the streets around them. Nearby too are Arden (within half a mile south-east) and Knowle Parish Church (within half a mile east). The closest station to Knowle is Dorridge station, roughly 1.2 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Bickenhill Castle Hills Farm (3.4 miles north) and Catherine-de-Barnes Isolation Hospital (1.9 miles north).

Map of Knowle © OpenStreetMap contributors

When a repair is not the answer

Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair won’t do:

  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
  • Trays cracked in several places
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)

Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.

What we work on

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

FAQs for Knowle

What information do you need?

A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.

How quickly can you book me in?

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 there a call-out fee?

No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Solihull.

Which areas do you work in?

Across the UK, so Knowle is covered. Prices do not change with location.

How long does it take to cure?

You will get the exact time when we finish, generally the following day.

How do I get a price for shower tray repair in Knowle?

Prices start from £95. We give a fixed quote from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your B93 postcode.

Do you redo the sealant?

Yes, if you’d like us to. After a repair is a good time to reseal.

What we do, step by step

Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and start once you’re happy with the plan. Most jobs take a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Any sealant in the way is cut out.
  3. The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
  4. The surface is refinished to match.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Open a window if you can

Get a quote

Email us pictures of the damage and one of the entire item, with your B93 postcode, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

Common problems we fix in Knowle

The waste is a common starting point for cracks, where the tray is cut and the fitting is tightened.

Customers normally contact us about:

  • A dull, stained or worn surface
  • Scratches in the surface
  • Movement when you stand on it
  • Damage from a refit or building work

Before you book anyone

  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • Who turns up on the day
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
  • Whether the price covers travel

Choosing a repair company

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.

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