Somerset · England
Shower Tray Repair in Old Way
Shower tray repair in and around Old Way: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A damaged area around the waste
- Movement when you stand on it
How we handle shower tray repair in Old Way
We repair cracks, chips and scratches in stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays, and worn trays can be resurfaced completely. Nothing is taken out, so the enclosure and tiles aren’t disturbed. We regularly repair stone resin, acrylic and enamelled steel, and people most often call us about damage from a refit or building work and a tray that creaks or moves underfoot.
You are covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Area
- Old Way (TA19)
- Region
- Somerset
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
How the surface is treated afterwards matters:
- Check the seal every few months
- Use the extractor fan
- Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
- Don’t use strong acids or bleach
Keep an eye on the sealant, and replace it when it splits or goes black.
Act on split sealant early. It lets water behind the tray and can damage the floor below.
What happens on the day
Visits start with a quick look at the job together. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and we’ll tell you if anything changes.
- We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
- Next we clean and prepare the tray.
- Chips and cracks are filled, reinforced and sanded level.
- We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the entire tray.
- Once cured, normally by the following day, you can use the shower.
Before we arrive
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Ask for a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
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What shower tray repair costs
Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How many areas need work
- The material and finish
- How easy the damage is to reach
No two jobs are quite the same, 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.
How to get a fixed price
Phone pictures are fine, there is no need for anything special. Ensure they show:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
What a repair cannot fix
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:
- Multiple cracks across the tray
- Plumbing leaks under the tray
- Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we work on in Old Way
- Ceramic
- Enamelled steel
- Stone resin
- Acrylic
- Cast iron
What we are called out for in Old Way
A tired-looking tray is frequently the result of years of cleaning: abrasive pads, strong chemicals and limescale strip the surface finish.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Damage around the waste
- Scuffs and light scratches
- A cracked shower tray
- A tray that flexes
What your quote should include
- What aftercare is recommended
- How changes to the job are handled
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- What prep work is covered
Other services in Old Way
DIY kit or professional repair?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
Common questions in Old Way
What do you need from me?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.
Can you replace the silicone at the same time?
Yes. Add it to your quote and we will do both on one visit.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders in Old Way.
Is my repair covered?
Yes: twelve months. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, we often do. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
Is there any odour?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted.
Why repair rather than replace?
A new shower tray frequently means a new enclosure fitting, new tiling and new sealant. Repairing it avoids all of that and costs far less. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Old Way
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- One price list for the entire UK
Read our prices page.
About Old Way
Old Way is about 6 miles north-east of Chard, in Somerset. Across the TA19 area, we carry out the work at your property. Old Way is one of 640 towns and villages in Somerset we cover.
Our visits in TA19 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Nearby, we also work in Ilton (1 mile west), Rapps (2 miles west), Ilminster (2 miles south), Dowlish Ford (2 miles south) and Moolham (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Taunton (10 miles north-west), Bridgwater (13 miles north), Yeovil (11 miles east), Chard (6 miles south-west), Wellington (14 miles west) and Street (14 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Old Way
In Old Way, that means homes near St Mary and St Peter's Church of England Primary School, The Wyndham Arms and Church of St Peter, among other places. A little further out are Chard Community Hospital (5.6 miles south). The countryside around Old Way includes Swell Wood RSPB Nature Reserve.
For landlords and businesses
Hospitality businesses cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
