Essex · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Manningtree, Essex
Shower tray repair in and around Manningtree: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Scuffs and light scratches
- A damaged area around the waste
Repairs by material
Ceramic
Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.
Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Chips can rust if they’re left, so it’s worth repairing early.
Shower tray repair in Manningtree, done in place
Shower tray repairs are one of our most common jobs. Chipped edges, cracks and worn finishes are all things we fix in place. We regularly repair acrylic, cast iron and stone resin, and the jobs we see most are a tray that flexes and a cracked shower tray.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are not left on your own once we have gone.
- Location
- Manningtree (CO11)
- County
- Essex
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We look at:
- How hard the colour is to match
- Access to the area
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
A repair normally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
Getting a price from photos
Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- The material, if you know it
Email us photos of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your CO11 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
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Honest limits
A repair isn’t always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. We cannot fix:
- Multiple cracks across the tray
- Plumbing leaks under the tray
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Surfaces we repair
- Ceramic
- Stone resin
- Cast iron
- Enamelled steel
- Acrylic
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
The process
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we’ll get on with it. Most visits take a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, tidy-up included.
- We protect the floor and the enclosure.
- Any sealant in the way is cut out.
- The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
- The surface is refinished to match.
- We clean up and give you the curing time.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Make sure the area is dry
Getting a price
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire shower tray, we can price the job without visiting.
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About Manningtree
Manningtree is about 8 miles north-east of Colchester, in Essex. We visit homes and businesses in Manningtree, so there is no workshop to go to. Manningtree is one of 644 places in Essex where we work. We work right across the region, from Manningtree to London (58 miles away).
We cover every part of CO11 and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as High Street, Oxford Road and Brook Street, all of which we cover. Manningtree is on the B1352, so it’s easy for us to reach. We also travel to Lawford (1 mile west), Cattawade (1 mile north), Mistley (1 mile east), Brantham (2 miles north) and Little Bromley (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Colchester (8 miles south-west), Clacton-on-Sea (11 miles south), Harwich (9 miles east), Camulodunum (9 miles south-west), Greenstead (7 miles south-west) and Wivenhoe (7 miles south-west).
Near you in Manningtree
Our customers here include homes close to Church of St Mary and St Michael, Highfields Primary School and The Red Lion Public House, among other places. Manningtree’s nearest station is Mistley station, roughly 0.7 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Little Wenham Castle (4.9 miles north) and The Munnings Museum (2.9 miles west). The countryside around Manningtree includes Alton Water and Cattawade Marshes.
When to call us in Manningtree
On timber floors, movement can crack a tray, particularly if it wasn’t fully bedded. On concrete, an uneven base is the usual cause.
The things customers generally mention when they call are:
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
- Chips on the edges
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
- A cracked shower tray
What to look for in a quote
- Who will actually do the work
- Whether the price covers travel
- What happens if they find more damage
- How the room is protected while they work
FAQs for Manningtree
Will there be a smell?
Expect a mild smell while we’re working.
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Can a stained tray be refinished?
Yes. The whole tray can be resurfaced without removing it.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
What happens if you find more damage?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
Work for landlords and builders
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Repairing versus replacing in Manningtree
Trays sit under the screen and tiles, so replacing one disturbs a lot around it. A repair keeps everything as it is. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
What you get with us
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- One price list for the entire UK
Take a look at our prices page.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
