Essex · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Mile End, Essex
Our repair technicians come to Mile End for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Movement when you stand on it
- A cracked shower tray
How we handle shower tray repair in Mile End
We check the tray before repairing it: if it flexes underfoot, the cause needs sorting before any repair, otherwise any crack returns. We’ll explain what we find. We work on acrylic, enamelled steel and ceramic, and the jobs we see most are a damaged area around the waste and a tray that looks tired however much you clean it.
You are covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Area
- Mile End (CO4, CO6)
- Region
- Essex
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What your shower tray is made of matters
Ceramic
Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. They chip and crack from impact, and the repair is polished to match the shine.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Also near Mile End
Also in Mile End
Landlords, agents and businesses in Mile End
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Mile End use us as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
Hospitality businesses cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Repairing versus replacing in Mile End
A new shower tray often means a new enclosure fitting, new tiling and new sealant. Repairing it avoids all of that. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing normally costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Mile End
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Same prices wherever you are
- Work done at your home or business
- A fixed quote before you book
Take a look at our full price list.
Aftercare tips
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:
- Get a moving tray checked
- Stick to gentle cleaners
- Use the extractor fan
- Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
Check the silicone around the tray every few months, and replace it when it splits or goes black.
Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water may be getting under the tray, where it causes damage you can’t see.
How we price shower tray repair
Repairs from £95. You will know the full cost before you book. We take into account:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- How many items we do on one visit
- The type of damage
- What the surface is made of
A repair usually costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Send photos for a quote
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:
- Details of any past repairs
- Something in shot to show the size
- The material, if you know it
- Where you are, by postcode
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.
Common problems we fix in Mile End
On timber floors, movement can crack a tray, particularly if it wasn’t fully bedded. On concrete, an uneven base is the usual cause.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Cracks running from the waste
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
- Chips on the edges
What your quote should include
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- Who will actually do the work
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
What happens on the day
Once we are through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We protect the floor and the enclosure.
- Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
- We clean and key the tray, then repair the damage.
- The surface is refinished to match.
- We clean up and give you the curing time.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the area is dry
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
How to get a price
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.
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Our work in Mile End
Mile End is about 2 miles north of Colchester, in Essex. Jobs in Mile End are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your photos, then a visit to do the work. We cover all 644 towns and villages in Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 51 miles away.
Here we cover the CO4 and CO6 postcode area. We regularly work on streets such as Fords Lane, Elina Road and Boxted Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Mile End: Great Horkesley (1 mile north-west), West Bergholt (2 miles west), Little Horkesley (3 miles north-west), Fordham Heath (3 miles west) and Fordham (4 miles west). Larger places within reach include Braintree (14 miles west), Clacton-on-Sea (14 miles south-east), Witham (13 miles south-west), Halstead (11 miles west), Heybridge (15 miles south-west) and Tiptree (9 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Mile End
We visit homes around Myland Community Primary School, Bull Meadow and Gilberd School and the streets around them. Mile End’s nearest station is Colchester station, roughly 0.9 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Natural History Museum (1.7 miles south) and Severalls Hospital (under half a mile north). The countryside around Mile End includes Westhouse Wood.
FAQs for Mile End
How do I book?
Photos of the damage, a photo of the entire shower tray and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?
We’d stop using it until it’s repaired, in case water is getting through.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Can tenants book a repair?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We review the photos and send a fixed quote.
Can you make an old tray look new?
Yes, it’s a common job. A full resurface makes a tired tray look fresh.
What happens if you find more damage?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
