Edinburgh · Scotland
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Old Town, Edinburgh
Local shower tray repair for Old Town: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage from a refit or building work
- A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
Shower tray repair at your home in Old Town
A cracked or chipped shower tray does not always need replacing. If it’s solid underneath, it can generally be repaired in place, saving you the cost and mess of a new one. We are often asked to fix a crack across the base and scratches in the surface, in stone resin, cast iron and ceramic.
We guarantee the work for a year. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Area
- Old Town (EH1, EH8, EH3)
- County
- Edinburgh
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Different materials, different repairs
Stone resin
Stone resin trays are popular because they’re rigid and low-profile. They need a flat, solid base, and repairs are matched to the gel coat.
Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Chips can rust if they’re left, so it’s worth repairing early.
Looking after it afterwards
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Do not ignore a tray that flexes
- Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
- Use the extractor fan
- Store bottles off the tray
Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off the tray. A soft cloth and washing-up liquid do the job.
A tray that moves underfoot needs looking at, before it cracks or gets worse.
When a repair isn’t the answer
It helps to know what we can’t do too:
- Multiple cracks across the tray
- Leaking waste fittings
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
What we work on
- Ceramic
- Stone resin
- Enamelled steel
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
Covering Old Town
Old Town is about 1 mile north-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. From the centre of Old Town to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Old Town is one of 175 places in Edinburgh we cover.
Every address in EH1, EH8 and EH3 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Jobs here include addresses on Meuse Lane, High Street and Meadow Lane. We also travel to Lauriston (1 mile south-west), Buccleuch (1 mile south-east), Holyrood (1 mile north-east), Dumbiedykes (1 mile east) and Canongate (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Queensferry (8 miles west), South Portobello (3 miles east), Southhouse (4 miles south-east), Gilmerton (4 miles south-east), Muirhouse (3 miles north-west) and Gracemount (3 miles south-east).
What’s near Old Town
In Old Town, that means homes near Old Royal High School, Free Church College and The Meadows and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include St Cuthbert's Church (0.6 miles west), National Museums Scotland Library (within half a mile south-east), Tollcross Primary School (0.6 miles south-west) and Augustine Congregational Church (within half a mile north-east). Old Town has its own railway station: Edinburgh Waverley station. Further afield, we also cover the area around Edinburgh Castle (under half a mile west) and Museum of Scotland (within half a mile south-east). The countryside around Old Town includes Salisbury Crags and Dunsapie Loch.
- Nearby, you’ll find Greyfriars Bobby Bar (under half a mile south)
Old Town questions
What happens after I send photos?
We come back with a fixed quote, plus dates. You’re under no obligation.
Can I keep using a cracked tray?
It’s best to stop using it until it’s checked, because water may be getting underneath.
Can you make an old tray look new?
Yes, it’s a common job. A full resurface makes a tired tray look fresh.
How do I book?
Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Is a cracked tray repairable?
Frequently. If the tray moves, the support needs fixing first.
What happens if you find more damage?
If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
Is repairing better than replacing?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
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 won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
How the visit works
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which typically takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. If anything looks different from your pictures, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- We protect the floor and the enclosure.
- Any sealant in the way is cut out.
- 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
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Get a quote
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There’s no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.
Advice
For landlords and businesses
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Old Town as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
What affects the price in Old Town
Prices start from £95. We do not charge extra for travel to Old Town. The price comes down to:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The colour and finish to match
- What kind of damage it is
- The material
Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Getting a price from photos
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Try to send:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- The material, if you know it
- Details of any past repairs
- A photo taken from further back
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
What we’re called out for in Old Town
The waste is a common starting point for cracks, where the tray is cut and the fitting is tightened.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
- Scratches from cleaning or grit
- Chips caused during fitting
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
Comparing quotes
- If travel is included in the price
- When it can be used again
- How the room is protected while they work
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
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