Plymouth · England
Shower Tray Repair in Lipson
Shower tray repair in Lipson without the cost of replacing. Send us photos for a fixed quote, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage around the waste
- Damage from a refit or building work
Shower tray repair at your home in Lipson
We check the tray before repairing it: if it flexes underfoot, the cause needs sorting before any repair, or the crack will come back. We will explain what we find. Whether it’s scratches in the surface and snagging damage in a new bathroom, we can help, whatever the material.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Where
- Lipson (PL4, PL3, PL1)
- Region
- Plymouth
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Common questions in Lipson
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 will quote them together.
Is there a call-out fee?
We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Can you make an old tray look new?
Yes. Resurfacing gives a worn tray an even, clean finish.
Do I have to be there?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
When can I use the shower again?
Generally the day after. We will tell you the exact time when we finish.
Do you come to Lipson?
Yes, we do. We send a technician to Lipson for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
More services for Lipson
Lipson and the surrounding area
Lipson is about 1 mile south of Plymouth, in Plymouth. Jobs in Lipson are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. Lipson is one of 59 towns and villages in Plymouth where we work.
All of PL4, PL3 and PL1 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes on Elm Road, Glen Road and Gwyn Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Lipson: Mutley (1 mile north-west), Mannamead (1 mile north-west), Plymouth (1 mile north), Compton (1 mile north) and Hoe (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Burraton (5 miles north-west), St Budeaux (3 miles north-west), Plympton St Maurice (4 miles east), Sherford (4 miles east), St Stephens (5 miles north-west) and Plympton (3 miles east). Lipson is among the bigger towns we cover in Plymouth.
What’s near Lipson
Our customers here include homes close to Plymouth High School for Girls, St Jude's Church and Plymouth Central Library, among other places. You will also find Salisbury Road Primary School (under half a mile south-east), Plymouth Hoe (1 mile south-west) and Hill Park Hotel (within half a mile north-west). Lipson’s nearest station is Plymouth station, roughly 0.7 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Freedom Fields Hospital (under half a mile north-west) and Plymouth Castle (0.8 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Penlee Battery.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. 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.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
What we can’t put right
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- A tray broken in more than one place
- Plumbing leaks under the tray
- Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
What we work on
- Acrylic
- Ceramic
- Stone resin
- Cast iron
- Enamelled steel
Repairing versus replacing in Lipson
When the tray is firm and dry underneath, repair is the obvious choice. If water has damaged the floor, or the tray is cracked in several places, a new tray may be better. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Lipson
- No need to remove anything
- A fixed quote before you book
- Normally one visit, start to finish
- Same prices wherever you are
See our full price list.
What happens on the day
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. We leave the room clean and you’ll know when it can be used.
- First, we check whether the tray moves.
- The damaged area is cleaned and opened up.
- We reinforce any crack and fill the damage.
- The repair is shaped, colour matched and finished.
- We leave it to cure, normally until the following day.
How to prepare
- Open a window if you can
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
Ask for a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
Related advice
When to call us in Lipson
A tired-looking tray is frequently the result of years of cleaning: abrasive pads, strong chemicals and limescale strip the surface finish.
If you can see any of these, send us a photo:
- Damage from a refit or building work
- Scratches from cleaning or grit
- A dull, stained or worn surface
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
What to look for in a quote
- If travel is included in the price
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether a trained technician does the job
Landlords, agents and businesses in Lipson
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Lipson use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Stone resin
Stone resin trays are popular because they’re rigid and low-profile. A flat, solid base is essential, and we match repairs to the surface finish.
Ceramic
Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. They chip and crack from impact, and we match the gloss when we repair them.
Aftercare tips
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts:
- Replace failing sealant promptly
- Don’t ignore a tray that flexes
- Rinse away soap after showering
- Stick to gentle cleaners
Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, mild cleaners and good ventilation are all it needs.
Failed sealant around a tray should be replaced quickly. Water gets behind and under the tray and can cause damage underneath.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
