Cumbria · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Melkinthorpe, Cumbria
Local shower tray repair for Melkinthorpe: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A damaged area around the waste
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
Repairs by material
Enamelled steel
Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so it’s worth repairing early.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
How we handle shower tray repair in Melkinthorpe
We repair a lot of shower trays. Chips by the waste, cracks across the base and dull, stained surfaces can all be put right without removing the tray. Common call-outs are for scratches from cleaning or grit and chips on the edges, across stone resin, ceramic and acrylic.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you’re not left on your own once we’ve gone.
- Location
- Melkinthorpe (CA10)
- Area hub
- Cumbria
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Melkinthorpe and the surrounding area
Melkinthorpe is about 4 miles south-east of Penrith, in Cumbria. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. We work in 438 places across Cumbria. Our jobs stretch from Melkinthorpe to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 49 miles away).
Every address in CA10 is within our area. If you’re just outside Melkinthorpe, we cover Lowther (2 miles south-west), Clifton (2 miles north-west), Hackthorpe (2 miles south-west), Great Strickland (2 miles south) and Newtown (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Penrith (4 miles north-west), Appleby-in-Westmorland (9 miles east), Fair Hill (5 miles north-west), Carleton (3 miles north-west), Bongate (9 miles east) and Shap (6 miles south).
Landmarks near Melkinthorpe
The nearest railway station is Penrith station, roughly 4.1 miles north-west. A little further out are Wetheriggs Pottery & Museum (1.6 miles north-west) and Lowther Castle (2.3 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Heughscar Hill.
The process
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you’re not left guessing. On site, it takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. The room is left tidy and you’ll know when it can be used.
- First we check the tray is solid and work out why any crack happened.
- The damaged area, or the whole tray, is cleaned and prepared.
- We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
- 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 day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Ask for a price
Upload pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, with your CA10 postcode, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
Advice
Looking after it afterwards
To keep it looking its best for years:
- Keep the bathroom well ventilated
- Get a moving tray checked
- Rinse away soap after showering
- Check the seal every few months
Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, gentle cleaning and good ventilation keep it in good shape.
A tray that moves underfoot needs looking at, before it cracks or gets worse.
What we cannot put right
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair won’t do:
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
- Trays cracked in several places
- Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Stone resin
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
- Ceramic
- Enamelled steel
Melkinthorpe: your questions answered
Can you fix a cracked tray?
In most cases. A tray that moves needs its support sorting before the repair.
Do you cover the whole of Cumbria?
We work UK-wide, and that includes Melkinthorpe. Prices don’t change with location.
How soon can you come?
We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, we often do. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
You will get a fixed quote back. There’s no obligation to book.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.
How do I get a price for shower tray repair in Melkinthorpe?
Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed price based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the entire item with your CA10 postcode.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Melkinthorpe
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
Why repair rather than replace?
Trays sit under the screen and tiles, so taking one out disturbs a lot. Repairing it avoids that disruption. Prices start from £95. A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
What you get with us
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- One visit for most repairs
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
Take a look at our full price list.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. We don’t charge extra for travel to Melkinthorpe. The price depends on:
- How many areas need work
- Unusual colours or finishes
- The material and finish
- What kind of damage it is
There are no surprise 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.
How to get a fixed quote
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- A photo taken from further back
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.
Can I fix it myself?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
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