County Durham · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Leadgate, County Durham
Shower tray repair in and around Leadgate: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Scuffs and light scratches
- A cracked shower tray
What affects the price in Leadgate
Repairs from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The colour and finish to match
Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
How to get a fixed price
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what we need:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A picture taken from further back
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
To get a price, send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Shower tray repair in Leadgate, done in place
We repair plenty of shower trays. Chipped edges, cracks and worn finishes are all things we fix in place. Typical jobs include a tray that looks tired however much you clean it and scratches from cleaning or grit, in ceramic, acrylic and stone resin.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are not left on your own once we have gone.
- Area
- Leadgate (DH8)
- Area hub
- County Durham
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Also near Leadgate
What else we do in Leadgate
What we can’t put right
A repair isn’t always the answer, and we’ll tell you before we start. We cannot fix:
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
- Trays cracked in several places
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Stone resin
- Acrylic
- Cast iron
- Enamelled steel
- Ceramic
Signs you need shower tray repair in Leadgate
Rigid trays don’t bend, they crack when they sit on an uneven or poorly supported floor. Timber floors that move can cause it too.
The things customers normally mention when they call are:
- Movement when you stand on it
- A crack across the base
- Chipped corners or rims
- Scuffs and light scratches
What to look for in a quote
- Whether they match the colour on site
- What preparation is included
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
DIY repairs versus a professional job
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.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
Repairs by material
Stone resin
Stone resin trays are rigid and slim. They need a flat, solid base, and repairs are matched to the gel coat.
Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Chips can rust if they’re left, so it’s worth repairing early.
FAQs for Leadgate
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners across County Durham.
Do you cover the entire of County Durham?
Across the UK, and that includes Leadgate. Prices do not change with location.
How do I book?
Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.
Do you come to Leadgate?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and come to Leadgate and the rest of County Durham. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Will you leave a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
Why repair rather than replace?
A new shower tray normally involves taking out the enclosure and tiles, preparing a new base and tiling again. A repair or resurface keeps all of that in place. Prices start from £95. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Leadgate
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Colour-matched on site
- One price list for the entire UK
Take a look at our full price list.
How it works
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which usually takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- We ensure the tray doesn’t flex and look for the cause of any crack.
- We clean and prepare the damaged area or the whole tray.
- Chips and cracks are filled, reinforced and sanded level.
- We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the whole tray.
- We leave it to cure; the shower is typically usable the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
Getting a price
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire shower tray, add your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
Related advice
Leadgate and the surrounding area
Leadgate is about 1 mile east of Consett, in County Durham. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Leadgate is one of 329 towns and villages in County Durham where we work. You can also see our page for Newcastle upon Tyne, about 11 miles away.
Every address in DH8 is within our area. Whether you live on Coniston Way, St Ives Gardens and Railway Street or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. We also travel to Crookhall (1 mile south-west), Delves Lane (1 mile south), Blackhill (1 mile west), Consett (1 mile west) and Medomsley (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Durham (11 miles south-east), Bishop Auckland (15 miles south), Spennymoor (14 miles south-east), Chester-le-Street (9 miles east), Stanley (5 miles east) and Crook (10 miles south).
Landmarks near Leadgate
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of St Ives, Leadgate Primary School - Split Site and Blackhill and Consett Park, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Shotley Bridge Hospital (1.6 miles west) and Derwentside (1.9 miles east). Not far away are Currock Hill.
Aftercare tips
Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:
- Avoid strong descalers and bleach
- Stick to gentle cleaners
- Ventilate the room after showers
- Give the tray a quick rinse after use
Store heavy bottles on a shelf, not on the tray, to avoid chips.
A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, which can damage the floor over time. An early repair is far cheaper than floor repairs.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
