Cumbria · England
Shower Tray Repair for Millom homes
Problem with your shower tray in Millom? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A cracked shower tray
- Staining and dullness across the tray
How we handle shower tray repair in Millom
A cracked or chipped shower tray doesn’t always need replacing. If it’s solid underneath, it can normally be repaired in place, saving you the cost and mess of a new one. If you’re dealing with scratches from cleaning or grit and a tray that flexes, we can help, whatever the material.
We guarantee the work for a year. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Area
- Millom (LA18)
- Area hub
- Cumbria
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
When to call us in Millom
The waste is a common starting point for cracks, because that is where the tray is weakest and the fitting puts pressure on it.
Look out for these signs:
- Cracks running from the waste
- Chipped corners or rims
- Scratches from cleaning or grit
- A damaged area around the waste
Comparing quotes
- Who turns up on the day
- If travel is included in the price
- What preparation is included
- What protection goes down before work starts
Should you replace it?
If the tray is solid and the crack hasn’t let water spread, repair is generally best. If water has damaged the floor, or the tray is cracked in several places, a new tray may be better. Prices start from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Millom
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- We leave the room as we found it
- Work done at your home or business
- Normally one visit, start to finish
See our prices page.
When we’d advise against a repair
It helps to know what we cannot do:
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
- A tray broken in more than one place
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Ceramic
- Cast iron
- Enamelled steel
- Acrylic
- Stone resin
Where we work around Millom
Millom is about 7 miles north of Barrow-in-Furness, in Cumbria. Clients in Millom get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from your photos, and a technician at your door on the day. We cover 438 places in Cumbria. You can also see our page for Liverpool, about 57 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: LA18. Streets in the area include Station Road, Market Street and St George's Road, all of which we cover. Main roads around Millom include the A5093, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover include Holborn Hill (1 mile north-west), The Green (3 miles north), Hallthwaites (3 miles north), Lady Hall (4 miles north) and Foxfield (4 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Barrow-in-Furness (7 miles south), Ulverston (7 miles east), Hindpool (7 miles south), Salthouse (7 miles south), Dalton-in-Furness (5 miles south-east) and Risedale (7 miles south).
Landmarks near Millom
Around Millom, we work in homes near Millom Infant School, Millom School and St George's Church. Millom has its own railway station: Millom station. Well-known places in the area include Millom Castle (0.8 miles north) and Millom Hospital (less than half a mile south-east). For a walk, there’s Hodbarrow Nature Reserve.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Stone resin
Stone resin is a dense, rigid material with a smooth gel coat. They crack if the base isn’t fully supported, and chips are filled and matched to the surface.
Ceramic
Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.
Questions from Millom
Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?
Typically, as long as it doesn’t flex. We reinforce the crack, fill it and refinish the surface.
Do you come to Millom?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and come to Millom and the rest of Cumbria. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you price it without visiting?
Normally, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes, for a year. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
Do the materials smell?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
Do you cover the entire of Cumbria?
We work UK-wide. Prices do not change with location.
How the visit works
We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. Then the area is sheeted and masked and we start. Allow a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, and we’ll keep you posted as we go.
- We check the tray is firmly supported and find 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 entire tray gets a new finish.
- Once cured, typically by the day after, you can use the shower.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Let us know about parking or access
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Ask for a price
We price from photos so you don’t 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.
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Aftercare tips
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Do not ignore a tray that flexes
- Use the extractor fan
- Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
- Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. A soft cloth and washing-up liquid do the job.
If the tray creaks or moves, get it checked, before it cracks.
What shower tray repair costs
Prices start from £95. We don’t charge extra for travel to Millom. The price comes down to:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Doing more than one item at once
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
How to get a fixed quote
You can typically get a fixed quote without us visiting. To help us price it:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- The material, if you know it
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Natural light rather than flash
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job without visiting.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
