Cheshire West and Chester · England
Shower Tray Repair in Lea by Backford
Damaged shower tray in Lea by Backford? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A crack across the base
- Damage around the waste
About Lea by Backford
Lea by Backford is about 3 miles south of Ellesmere Port, in Cheshire West and Chester. Our technicians come to customers in Lea by Backford and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. Lea by Backford is one of 224 towns and villages in Cheshire West and Chester where we work. Our jobs stretch from Lea by Backford to Liverpool (about 12 miles away).
Jobs in CH1 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Jobs here include addresses on Station Road and Demage Lane. If you’re just outside Lea by Backford, we cover Backford (1 mile north-east), Mollington (1 mile south-west), Strawberry Park (2 miles north), Backford Cross (2 miles north) and Saughall (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Chester (3 miles south), Ellesmere Port (3 miles north), Neston (7 miles north-west), Boughton (3 miles south), Frodsham (9 miles north-east) and Hoole (3 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Lea by Backford
Around Lea by Backford, we work in homes near The Whitby High School, St Oswald's CofE Aided Primary School and St Oswald's Church, among other places. The closest station to Lea by Backford is Bache station, roughly 2 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Phoenix Tower (2.9 miles south) and Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet (2.4 miles north-east). Not far away are Gowy Meadows Nature Reserve and Shotwick Lake.
Shower tray repair at your home in Lea by Backford
Most tray damage can be repaired in place, from chipped edges to cracks across the floor of the tray. The colour and finish are matched so the repair blends in. We’re frequently asked to fix a crack across the base and a damaged area around the waste, on cast iron, acrylic and ceramic.
Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Lea by Backford and across Cheshire West and Chester.
- Area
- Lea by Backford (CH1)
- Region
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
Once we’re through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the work takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, depending on what we find, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- We check the tray for movement first.
- We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
- Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
- The repair is shaped, colour-matched and finished.
- It’s left to cure, normally until the day after.
How to prepare
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Open a window if you can
Get a quote
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole shower tray, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
Advice
Aftercare tips
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Report any creaking or movement early
- Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
- Give the tray a quick rinse after use
- Keep the bathroom well ventilated
Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. A soft cloth and washing-up liquid do the job.
Failed sealant around a tray should be replaced quickly. Water gets behind and under the tray and can cause damage underneath.
FAQs for Lea by Backford
What information do you need?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
How do I get a price for shower tray repair in Lea by Backford?
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 CH1 postcode.
Can you price it without visiting?
Nearly always. If photos do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?
Not until you know the crack is not letting water through. Check the ceiling below for damp.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Can you replace the silicone at the same time?
Yes, if you’d like us to. It’s a good time to replace old sealant.
Different materials, different repairs
Ceramic
Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.
Acrylic
Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so good support matters. We repair cracks and scratches.
Can I fix it myself?
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
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.
When we would advise against a repair
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Trays cracked in several places
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
- A tray that moves underfoot
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Enamelled steel
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
- Ceramic
- Stone resin
When to call us in Lea by Backford
Trays crack mainly because they move: if a tray wasn’t bedded on a solid, even base, it flexes each time someone stands on it. Dropped bottles cause most chips.
The things customers usually mention when they call include:
- Staining and dullness across the tray
- Chips caused during fitting
- Chipped corners or rims
- Scratches in the surface
Comparing quotes
- What prep work is covered
- Who turns up on the day
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
Places near Lea by Backford
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Landlords, agents and businesses in Lea by Backford
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details.
Repair or replace: which is better?
A new shower tray normally involves taking out the enclosure and tiles, relaying the base and re-tiling. A repair or resurface leaves all of that alone. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why book with us
- No need to remove anything
- Colour-matched on site
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
See our pricing.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
