Sunderland · England
Shower Tray Repair for Lyons homes
Shower tray repair in Lyons without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your photos, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- Scratches in the surface
- Staining and dullness across the tray
Common problems we fix in Lyons
Trays crack mainly because they move: without a solid, level base underneath, every shower puts strain on it. Chips typically come from dropped bottles.
Common reasons people in Lyons contact us are:
- Staining and dullness across the tray
- Scuffs and light scratches
- Damage from a refit or building work
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
What your quote should include
- Aftercare advice
- How your room will be protected
- How the colour is matched
- Whether a trained technician does the job
About our shower tray repair in Lyons
Every crack has a cause, and we find it first. A tray that moves needs its support sorting first, so the repair lasts. If you’re dealing with a tray that creaks or moves underfoot and a crack across the base, we can help.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are not left on your own once we have gone.
- Location
- Lyons (DH5)
- Region
- Sunderland
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. You won’t pay by the hour. The price is based on:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- What kind of damage it is
- Doing more than one item at once
- The size and number of damaged areas
It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Send photos for a quote
Two or three clear photos are normally enough. Try to include:
- One picture of the whole shower tray
- Natural light rather than flash
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Details of any past repairs
Most clients in Lyons get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Lyons and nearby
Lyons is about 4 miles west of Seaham, in Sunderland. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. Lyons is one of 75 places in Sunderland where we work. Our jobs stretch from Lyons to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 14 miles away).
We cover every part of the DH5 postcode area. Streets in the area include Burn Lane, The Avenue and Lyons Lane, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Lyons: Easington Lane (1 mile south-east), Hetton-le-Hole (1 mile north-west), Elemore Vale (1 mile south), Hetton le Hill (1 mile south-west) and Low Moorsley (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Sunderland (6 miles north), Washington (7 miles north-west), Sunniside (7 miles north), Fulwell (8 miles north), Hendon (7 miles north-east) and Ford (6 miles north).
Near you in Lyons
We visit homes around Hetton School, St Michael's and All Angels and Hetton School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Seaham station, about 4.2 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Dalton Park (2.7 miles east) and Cherry Knowle Hospital (4.2 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Warden Law.
Honest limits
A repair isn’t right for every job, including:
- A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
- Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we work on in Lyons
- Cast iron
- Stone resin
- Ceramic
- Enamelled steel
- Acrylic
Lyons questions
Do you cover the entire of Sunderland?
All of Sunderland, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.
Do you come to Lyons?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Lyons and the rest of Sunderland. Send photos and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
How long before I can shower?
Normally by the following day. We’ll tell you the exact time when we finish.
What happens if you find more damage?
Your quote covers the damage in the photos. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Is a cracked tray repairable?
In most cases. If the tray moves, the support needs fixing first.
Do you charge for travel?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll 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.
Keeping it looking good
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Do not use strong acids or bleach
- Store bottles off the tray
- Rinse away soap after showering
- Do not ignore a tray that flexes
Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off the tray. A soft cloth and washing-up liquid do the job.
Act on split sealant early. Water gets behind and under the tray and can damage the floor below.
What we do, step by step
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we’ve agreed what we are doing. Most jobs take a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- 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.
- We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
- The repair is colour matched, or the whole tray gets a new finish.
- The tray is left to cure and can normally be used the next day.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
How to get a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.
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Should you replace it?
If the tray is solid and the crack hasn’t let water spread, repair is normally best. If the floor is damaged or the tray is badly cracked, replacement may make more sense. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. A repair usually costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Lyons
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- No extra charge for your area
- No need to remove anything
Take a look at our prices page.
Work for landlords and builders
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, pictures and access details and we will arrange it.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
