Greater London · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Old Ford, Greater London

Shower tray repair in Old Ford without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then we come to you.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need shower tray repair in Old Ford?

Shower tray repair at your home in Old Ford

You do not always need a new tray. If it’s solid underneath, it can generally be repaired in place, which is far less work than a replacement. Whether it’s scratches from cleaning or grit and a tray that creaks or moves underfoot, we can typically put it right, on acrylic, cast iron and ceramic alike.

Every job is backed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Area
Old Ford (E3, E15, E9)
County
Greater London
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Looking after it afterwards

To keep it looking its best:

  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
  • Get a moving tray checked
  • Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
  • Rinse away soap after showering

Keep an eye on the sealant, and reseal when it starts to fail.

Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water may be getting under the tray, and the damage below isn’t visible.

Should you replace it?

The tray is generally the last thing fitted and the first thing tiled up to, so replacing one disturbs a lot around it. A repair keeps everything as it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Compared with replacing, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Why us?

  • Work done at your home or business
  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • No need to remove anything

Take a look at our pricing.

What happens on the day

Here’s how a visit typically runs: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Allow a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain when it can be used and how to look after it.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
  3. The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
  4. We refinish the surface to match the tray.
  5. We clean up and give you the curing time.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access

How to get a price

If you’re in Old Ford and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

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What shower tray repair costs

Prices start from £95. You won’t pay by the hour. The price is based on:

  • Doing more than one item at once
  • What kind of damage it is
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Access to the area

There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Send photos for a quote

Before you send pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • A photo taken from further back
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • Any details about the material
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings

You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Enamelled steel

Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Chips can rust if they’re left, so it’s worth repairing early.

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are heavy and rigid with a gel-coat finish. Poor support underneath leads to cracks, and chips can be filled and matched.

Covering Old Ford

Old Ford is about 2 miles west of Plaistow, in Greater London. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Old Ford is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover.

Our visits in E3, E15 and E9 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find streets such as Bow Road, Wick Lane and Dace Road, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Old Ford: Donnybrook Quarter (1 mile west), Fish Island (1 mile north), Bow (1 mile south-west), Hackney Wick (1 mile north) and Bromley (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as London (4 miles south-west), City of Westminster (6 miles west), Marylebone (6 miles west), Kensington (8 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles west) and Walthamstow (4 miles north).

What’s near Old Ford

Our customers here include homes close to Mulberry UTC, St Paul Old Ford and The Lea Tavern. You will also find Old Ford Primary - A Paradigm Academy (under half a mile west), Grove Hall Park (within half a mile south-east) and Mulberry UTC (less than half a mile south-west). The nearest railway station is Hackney Wick station, about 0.6 miles north. Well-known places in the area include V&A East (0.6 miles north-east) and Tower of London (3 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Hollow Pond and Old Ford Island.

  • Local facilities include Park (less than half a mile north-west)
Map of Old Ford © OpenStreetMap contributors

Your questions about shower tray repair in Old Ford

Is repairing better than replacing?

Normally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.

Is there a call-out fee?

We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed quote includes everything.

Is a cracked tray repairable?

Typically, as long as it doesn’t flex. The crack is reinforced, filled and refinished.

Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?

Not until you know the crack isn’t letting water through. Check the ceiling below for damp.

Are you a vetted contractor?

We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

What happens after I send pictures?

We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote and the next dates we have.

Do I need to be at home?

We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Old Ford

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

Letting agents often send us photos straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

Do you need shower tray repair in Old Ford?

Rigid trays do not bend, they crack if the floor beneath them is not flat and fully supported. Timber floors that move can cause it too.

Most people contact us when they notice one of these:

  • Chips on the edges
  • Damage around the waste
  • A dull, stained or worn surface
  • A tray that creaks or moves underfoot

Comparing quotes

  • What happens if they find more damage
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • How long it needs to cure

Our hiring checklist

Can I fix it myself?

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.

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