Cheshire West and Chester · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Onston, Cheshire West and Chester

Shower tray repair in Onston without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then book a visit.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A damaged area around the waste
  • A crack across the base
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Onston homes

Looking after it afterwards

Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:

  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
  • Ventilate the room after showers
  • Report any creaking or movement early
  • Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black

Rinse the tray after use, clean with mild cleaners, and keep an eye on the sealant so water can’t get underneath.

Every shower forces a little water into a crack, which can damage the floor over time. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.

Shower tray repair in Onston, done in place

The first thing we do is check the tray: if it flexes underfoot, the cause needs sorting before any repair, or the crack will come back. We will explain what we find. Typical jobs include chips or cracks by the plughole and snagging damage in a new bathroom, on ceramic, cast iron and stone resin.

A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you’re covered after the visit.

Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish
Area
Onston (CW8)
Area hub
Cheshire West and Chester
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

DIY repairs versus a professional job

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 generally cheaper.

It’s natural to want to try a repair 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.

Signs you need shower tray repair in Onston

Most chips come from things dropped in the shower, typically on the edges or near the plughole.

Look out for any of the following:

  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • Chips caused during fitting
  • Chipped corners or rims
  • Movement when you stand on it

Comparing quotes

  • Who will actually do the work
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • How your room will be protected
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price

How to compare quotes

Where we work around Onston

Onston is about 4 miles west of Northwich, in Cheshire West and Chester. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Our repair technicians cover all 224 towns and villages in Cheshire West and Chester, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Liverpool, about 16 miles away.

Every address in CW8 is covered. We also cover the places around Onston: Ruloe (1 mile south-west), Acton Bridge (1 mile north), Crowton (1 mile north-west), Cuddington (2 miles south) and Norley (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Chester (12 miles south-west), Ellesmere Port (13 miles west), Winsford (6 miles south-east), Northwich (4 miles east), Boughton (12 miles south-west) and Frodsham (5 miles north-west).

Local landmarks in Onston

Typical jobs here are in homes near Christ Church, Crowton Christ Church CofE Primary School and Hazel Pear pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Acton Bridge station, roughly 0.5 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Kingsley Castle (3.6 miles west) and Northwich Infirmary (3.9 miles east). For a walk, there’s Dutton Park Farm Nature Reserve and Neumann's Flash.

Map of Onston © OpenStreetMap contributors

Repairing versus replacing in Onston

When the tray is firm and dry underneath, repair is the obvious choice. If the floor is damaged or the tray is badly cracked, replacement may make more sense. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. 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.

Why Onston customers choose us

  • One price list for the whole UK
  • Colour mixed on the day to match
  • Work done at your home or business
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year

See our pricing.

The process

Once we’re through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.

  1. We make sure the tray does not flex and look for the cause of any crack.
  2. The damaged area, or the whole tray, is cleaned and prepared.
  3. We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
  4. The repair is colour matched, or the whole tray gets a new finish.
  5. We leave it to cure; the shower is normally usable the day after.

How to prepare

  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Let us know which floor the room is on

Ask for a price

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures using our quote form or ring us. We’ll say straight away if a repair is the right fix.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

When we’d advise against a repair

We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:

  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
  • Trays cracked in several places

Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.

Materials we work on in Onston

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

Common questions in Onston

Can landlords book you?

We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send photos of everything you’d like done.

Will it make a mess?

We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we have finished.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.

Can you resurface a whole tray?

Yes, it’s a common job. A full resurface makes a tired tray look fresh.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Generally, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed price without visiting.

Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?

Yes, we frequently do. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.

When can you do it?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.

What your shower tray is made of matters

Enamelled steel

Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Chips can rust if they’re left, so early repairs help.

Ceramic

Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.

Work for landlords and builders

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

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