Poole · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Oakdale, Poole
Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Oakdale. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.
- Repairs from £95
- A crack across the base
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
How we handle shower tray repair in Oakdale
The first thing we do is check the tray: if it flexes underfoot, the cause needs sorting before any repair, otherwise any crack returns. We will tell you if that is the case. Our repair technicians work on cast iron, ceramic and stone resin, and common reasons people contact us are staining and dullness across the tray and cracks running from the waste.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are covered after the visit.
- Where
- Oakdale (BH15, BH17, BH14)
- Region
- Poole
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we’re called out for in Oakdale
Most cracked trays are trays that flex: without a solid, level base underneath, it flexes each time someone stands on it. Dropped bottles cause most chips.
People normally call us when they notice something like this:
- Damage around the waste
- A crack across the base
- Scratches from cleaning or grit
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
What your quote should include
- Who will actually do the work
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How soon you can use it again
DIY repairs versus a professional job
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
How to care for the repair
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Rinse the tray after each shower
- Avoid strong descalers and bleach
- Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
- Replace failing sealant promptly
Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, mild cleaners and good ventilation are all it needs.
A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, which can damage the floor over time. An early repair is far cheaper than floor repairs.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Oakdale
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Oakdale as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Poole and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
FAQs for Oakdale
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
You’ll get a fixed quote back, plus dates. There is no obligation to book.
Can you price it without visiting?
Nearly always. If photos do not show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
Will you leave a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
How much does shower tray repair cost in Oakdale?
Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed price from your pictures. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your BH15 postcode.
What information do you need?
Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course, and it usually saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you’ll get one combined price.
How soon can you come?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send pictures with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
What affects the price in Oakdale
Repairs from £95. There’s no area surcharge for Oakdale. What changes the price is:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Doing more than one item at once
- How many areas need work
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before you book, with nothing added on the day.
Quotes from your photos
Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Try to send:
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Natural light rather than flash
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
How the visit works
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you’re not left guessing. On site, it takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray in most cases. We leave the room clean and you will know when it can be used.
- We ensure the tray does not flex and look for the cause of any crack.
- We clean and prepare the damaged area or the entire tray.
- We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
- We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
- We leave it to cure; the shower is typically usable the day after.
Preparing for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Getting a price
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
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Where we work around Oakdale
Oakdale is about 1 mile west of Poole, in Poole. Jobs in Oakdale are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. Oakdale is one of 18 towns and villages in Poole we cover.
We cover every part of the BH15, BH17 and BH14 postcode area. Whether you live on Hiley Road, Pound Lane and Tatnam Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Other places close to Oakdale include Stanley Green (1 mile north-west), Sterte (1 mile south-west), Longfleet (1 mile south-east), Poole (1 mile east) and Waterloo (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Alder Hills (3 miles east), Branksome (3 miles east), Branksome Park (3 miles east), Talbot Woods (3 miles east) and Canford Cliffs (3 miles south-east).
What’s near Oakdale
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Poole Park, Stanley Green Infant Academy and Poole High School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Poole station, roughly 1 mile south. Well-known places in the area include Dolphin Shopping Centre (1 mile south) and Poole Hospital (0.8 miles south). For a walk, there is Beacon Hill and Ham Common (LNR).
- Other local spots include Poole (1.1 miles south)
Also in Oakdale
When we would advise against a repair
A repair isn’t always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. Repairs won’t solve:
- A tray that moves underfoot
- Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Cast iron
- Ceramic
- Acrylic
- Enamelled steel
- Stone resin
Why repair rather than replace?
A new tray can be cheap, but fitting it is not: taking out the enclosure, tiling and resealing. Repairing it takes one visit. Prices start from £95. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Oakdale
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Same prices wherever you are
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
