Leeds · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Knowsthorpe, Leeds

Fixed-price shower tray repair in Knowsthorpe and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Damage from a refit or building work
  • A dull, stained or worn surface
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair near Knowsthorpe

Aftercare tips

Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:

  • Check the seal every few months
  • Don’t use strong acids or bleach
  • Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use

Rinse the tray after use, clean with mild cleaners, and keep the sealant in good condition so water can’t get underneath.

Act on split sealant early. It lets water behind the tray and can cause damage underneath.

About our shower tray repair in Knowsthorpe

Stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays can all be repaired, and worn trays can be resurfaced completely. The tray stays in place, so the enclosure and tiles are not disturbed. Typical jobs include damage around the waste and movement when you stand on it, on enamelled steel, ceramic and cast iron.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Location
Knowsthorpe (LS10, LS9, LS98)
Region
Leeds
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Work for landlords and builders

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

What we can’t put right

To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:

  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
  • A tray that moves underfoot
  • Damage below the tray that needs a builder

If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.

Materials we repair

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

FAQs for Knowsthorpe

Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?

It’s best to stop using it until it’s checked, because water may be getting underneath.

Will it make a mess?

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

How quickly can you book me in?

That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.

Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?

Usually, if the tray is firmly supported. We reinforce the crack, fill it and refinish the surface.

Can a stained tray be refinished?

Yes. The entire tray can be resurfaced.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

In most cases. The old repair comes out first.

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Of course, and it generally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and we’ll quote them together.

Do you redo the sealant?

Yes. Add it to your quote and we will do both on one visit.

When to call us in Knowsthorpe

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

Typical reasons for a call-out include:

  • A crack across the base
  • Damage around the waste
  • A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
  • Chipped corners or rims

Questions to ask before booking

  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • When it can be used again

How to compare quotes

How it works

A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and tidy away. Allow a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.

  1. First, we check whether the tray moves.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned and opened up.
  3. We reinforce any crack and fill the damage.
  4. We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
  5. We leave it to cure, normally until the following day.

How to prepare

  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day

Getting a price

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.

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Repair or replace in Knowsthorpe?

Replacing a tray generally means refitting the screen, retiling and resealing. Repairing it avoids all of that and costs far less. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.

Why Knowsthorpe clients choose us

  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • One visit for most repairs
  • Nothing taken out or refitted

See our full price list.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are heavy and rigid with a gel-coat finish. They crack if the base isn’t fully supported, and chips are filled and matched to the surface.

Ceramic

Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. They chip and crack from impact, and we match the gloss when we repair them.

Where we work around Knowsthorpe

Knowsthorpe is about 2 miles south-east of Leeds, in Leeds. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Knowsthorpe is one of 198 places in Leeds where we work.

Our repair technicians cover all of LS10, LS9 and LS98 and the streets around it. Jobs here include addresses on Low Road, Jack Lane and Easy Road and the roads around them. Nearby, we also work in Cross Green (1 mile north-east), The Calls (1 mile north-west), Stourton (1 mile south-east), Osmondthorpe (1 mile north-east) and Holbeck Urban Village (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Morley (4 miles south-west), Pudsey (6 miles west), Rothwell (3 miles south-east), Farsley (6 miles west), Horsforth (6 miles north-west) and Wetherby (12 miles north-east).

Local landmarks in Knowsthorpe

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to The Wellington pub, Church of St Hilda and University Technical College Leeds, among other places. Nearby too are Penny Pocket Park (1 mile north-west) and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (within half a mile west). Knowsthorpe’s nearest station is Leeds station, about 1.3 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Leeds Discovery Centre (0.5 miles north-west) and St James's University Hospital (1.7 miles north). Open spaces near Knowsthorpe include Post Hill.

Map of Knowsthorpe © OpenStreetMap contributors

Can I fix it myself?

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.

Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.

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