Essex · England

Shower Tray Repair for Moulsham homes

Fixed-price shower tray repair in Moulsham and the surrounding area, usually in one visit.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted shower tray repair in Moulsham

When a repair is not the answer

We will not take on work that will not last, so these are the limits:

  • A tray that moves underfoot
  • Damage below the tray that needs a builder
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)

If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.

Materials we work on in Moulsham

  • Stone resin
  • Acrylic
  • Ceramic
  • Cast iron
  • Enamelled steel

Shower tray repair in Moulsham, done in place

In most cases, a damaged tray can be repaired where it is, from chipped edges to cracks across the floor of the tray. We match the colour and finish. We regularly repair ceramic, cast iron and acrylic, and the jobs we see most are a tray that looks tired however much you clean it and scratches in the surface.

We guarantee the work for a year. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.

Location
Moulsham (CM2, CM1)
Region
Essex
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Moulsham: your questions answered

Is repairing better than replacing?

In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.

Can you resurface a whole tray?

Yes. We can resurface the entire tray for a fresh finish.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.

Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?

In most cases. A tray that moves needs its support sorting before the repair.

Will the price change on the day?

Your quote covers the damage in the photos. If there’s more, we’ll tell you before starting.

Can pets and children be at home?

Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.

When can I use the shower again?

Normally by the following day. We will confirm before we leave.

Do you need shower tray repair in Moulsham?

Trays fitted on timber floors can crack if the floor moves, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On solid floors, cracks normally point to an uneven base.

If you can see any of these, send us a photo:

  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • A tray that flexes
  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
  • Scuffs and light scratches

What your quote should include

  • Whether the price covers travel
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers

Our hiring checklist

Should you replace it?

When the tray is firm and dry underneath, repair is the obvious choice. If water has damaged the floor, or the tray is cracked in several places, a new tray may be better. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before you book.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Moulsham

  • Everything repaired in place
  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • One-year guarantee on every repair

Read our pricing.

Moulsham and nearby

Moulsham is about 1 mile south-west of Chelmsford, in Essex. From the centre of Moulsham to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Moulsham is one of 644 places in Essex we cover. We work right across the region, from Moulsham to London (about 29 miles away).

Jobs in CM2 and CM1 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Elm Road, York Road and Lady Lane or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Moulsham sits on or near the A1060 and A1099, which makes travel easy. If you’re just outside Moulsham, we cover Chelmsford (1 mile north-east), Widford (1 mile south-west), Patching (2 miles north), Writtle (2 miles west) and Chignall St James (3 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Basildon (11 miles south), Braintree (11 miles north), Harlow (15 miles west), Brentwood (10 miles south-west), Maldon (9 miles east) and Canvey Island (15 miles south).

Around Moulsham

In Moulsham, that means homes near Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School, Moulsham High School and Our Lady Immaculate Church. You’ll also find Chelmsford College (under half a mile south-west), Church of St John the Evangelist (under half a mile east), Oaklands Park (less than half a mile south-west) and The Anchor Public House (within half a mile north-east). For rail, the closest station is Chelmsford station, roughly 0.6 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Bond Street Chelmsford (0.6 miles north-east) and Peter Edwards Museum And Library (within half a mile north). Not far away are Newland Grove.

Map of Moulsham © OpenStreetMap contributors

DIY repairs versus a professional job

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

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 usually cheaper.

What shower tray repair costs

Repairs from £95. You’ll know the full cost before you book. We look at:

  • How much damage there is
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it

It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.

Send photos for a quote

Phone photos are fine. Just make sure we can see:

  • Something in shot to show the size
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates

Most clients in Moulsham get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

For landlords and businesses

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.

We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.

Aftercare tips

A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:

  • Rinse away soap after showering
  • Keep the bathroom well ventilated
  • Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
  • Keep heavy bottles on a shelf

Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. Warm water and a mild detergent is enough.

If the tray creaks or moves, get it checked, before it cracks.

What we do, step by step

There is not much you need to do on the day. Let us in and show us the room, and we’ll take it from there. The job generally runs to a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, tidy-up included.

  1. We check the tray for movement first.
  2. We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
  3. We reinforce any crack and fill the damage.
  4. The repair is shaped, colour-matched and finished.
  5. It’s left to cure, typically until the next day.

How to prepare

  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access

How to get a price

To get a price, send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Send photos for a quote

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