Argyll and Bute · Scotland

Shower Tray Repair for Lochgilphead homes

Our repair technicians come to Lochgilphead for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • A damaged area around the waste
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Lochgilphead homes

Shower tray repair at your home in Lochgilphead

A worn or stained tray can be resurfaced, for a clean, uniform finish without removing the screen or tiles. Whether it’s chipped corners or rims and cracks running from the waste, we can help, whatever the material.

The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Where
Lochgilphead (PA31)
Area hub
Argyll and Bute
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

For landlords and businesses

For anyone letting property in or around Lochgilphead, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send photos for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, pictures and access details and we’ll handle the rest.

Signs you need shower tray repair in Lochgilphead

Trays crack mainly because they move: without a solid, level base underneath, every shower puts strain on it. Dropped bottles cause most chips.

Typical reasons for a call-out include:

  • Chipped corners or rims
  • A damaged area around the waste
  • Staining and dullness across the tray
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit

What to look for in a quote

  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • What happens if they find more damage
  • Whether the price covers travel

Choosing a repair company

Common questions in Lochgilphead

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Can I keep using a cracked tray?

Not until you know the crack is not letting water through. Check the ceiling below for damp.

Can you price it without visiting?

Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.

Can you fix a cracked tray?

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

Does someone need to be in?

Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You don’t need to watch us work.

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders.

The process

Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. Once we are there, the work takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface for most jobs. The room is left tidy.

  1. We make sure the tray doesn’t flex and look for the cause of any crack.
  2. The damaged area, or the whole tray, is cleaned and prepared.
  3. We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
  4. We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
  5. The tray is left to cure and can typically be used the following day.

Before we arrive

  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children

Getting a price

No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.

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What shower tray repair costs

Prices start from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:

  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • What kind of damage it is
  • The material and finish
  • How many items we do on one visit

The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.

Quotes from your pictures

The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

Keeping it looking good

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Replace failing sealant promptly
  • Get a moving tray checked
  • Ventilate the room after showers
  • Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner

Store heavy bottles on a shelf, not on the tray, so they can’t be knocked over.

Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water can get through to the floor and walls, and the damage below is not visible.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

It’s natural to want to try a repair 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.

For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

What we can’t put right

A repair is not always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. We can’t fix:

  • Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath

If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.

Surfaces we repair

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

Where we work around Lochgilphead

Lochgilphead is about 27 miles west of Greenock, in Argyll and Bute. Whether you’re in the middle of Lochgilphead or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We cover all 118 towns and villages across Argyll and Bute, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Lochgilphead to Glasgow (47 miles away).

All of PA31 is within our area. Jobs here include addresses on Oban Road, Wilson Road and Smithy Lane and the roads around them. Lochgilphead is on the A83 and A816, so it’s easy for us to reach. We also cover the places around Lochgilphead: Ceann Loch Gilb (1 mile south-east), Ardrishaig (2 miles south), Cairnbaan (2 miles north-west), Bridgend (3 miles north) and Kilmichael Glassary (3 miles north). As one of the bigger places in Argyll and Bute, Lochgilphead sees plenty of our work. For island and remote addresses, call first so we can plan the visit.

Near you in Lochgilphead

We visit homes around The Comm Public House, Lochgilphead High School and Christ Church and the streets around them. A little further out are Mid Argyll Community Hospital (0.7 miles east). For a walk, there’s Cam Loch.

Map of Lochgilphead © OpenStreetMap contributors

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Enamelled steel

Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.

Acrylic

Acrylic trays are lighter and slightly flexible, so good support matters. We repair cracks and scratches.

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