Kent · England
Shower Tray Repair in Orlestone
Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing for homes and businesses in Orlestone and across Kent. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- Movement when you stand on it
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
How we price shower tray repair
Repairs from £95. You will not pay by the hour. The price is based on:
- Access to the area
- The material and finish
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The size and number of damaged areas
The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Send photos for a quote
Two or three clear photos are usually enough. It helps if you send:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Natural light rather than flash
- One picture of the whole shower tray
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
We price from pictures so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
Shower tray repair in Orlestone, done in place
Shower tray repairs are one of our most common jobs. Chipped edges, cracks and worn finishes can all be put right without removing the tray. Our technicians work on ceramic, cast iron and stone resin, and common reasons people get in touch are scratches in the surface and a crack across the base.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Orlestone and across Kent.
- Where
- Orlestone (TN26)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we can’t put right
A repair isn’t right for every job, for example:
- Leaking waste fittings
- Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we work on in Orlestone
- Stone resin
- Enamelled steel
- Acrylic
- Ceramic
- Cast iron
What we are called out for in Orlestone
On timber floors, movement can crack a tray, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On concrete, an uneven base is the usual cause.
If you can see any of these, send us a photo:
- A cracked shower tray
- A damaged area around the waste
- A dull, stained or worn surface
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
Before you book anyone
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- What protection goes down before work starts
Also near Orlestone
Also in Orlestone
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, then guarantee it for a year.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
Looking after it afterwards
Nothing complicated is needed:
- Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
- Keep the bathroom well ventilated
- Rinse the tray after each shower
- Replace failing sealant promptly
Wait the full curing time before you shower. After that, mild cleaners and good ventilation are all it needs.
Act on split sealant early. It lets water behind the tray and can cause damage underneath.
Where we work around Orlestone
Orlestone is about 4 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. Whether you are in the middle of Orlestone or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Orlestone is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. You can also see our page for London, about 50 miles away.
We cover every part of TN26. We also travel to Hamstreet (1 mile south-east), Bromley Green (1 mile north), Kenardington (2 miles south-west), Ruckinge (2 miles south-east) and Stone Cross (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (4 miles north), Folkestone (14 miles east), Hythe (10 miles east), Hawkinge (14 miles east), Tenterden (7 miles west) and Cheriton (13 miles east).
What’s near Orlestone
We visit homes around Hamstreet Primary Academy, Church of St Mary the Virgin and The Dukes Head pub. For rail, the closest station is Ham Street station, about 0.7 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Woodchurch Village Life Museum (3.6 miles west) and William Harvey Hospital (5.3 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Orlestone Forest.
What we do, step by step
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we have agreed what we’re doing. It usually takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and you can get on with other things while we are there.
- We make sure the tray does not flex and look for the cause of any crack.
- We clean and prepare the damaged area or the entire tray.
- Chips and cracks are filled, reinforced and sanded level.
- We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the whole tray.
- The tray is left to cure and can generally be used the next day.
How to prepare
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Open a window if you can
Ask for a price
If you are in Orlestone and want a price, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Advice
Repairs by material
Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.
Ceramic
Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. They chip and crack from impact, and the repair is polished to match the shine.
FAQs for Orlestone
Are you accredited?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Can you fix a cracked tray?
Frequently. If the tray moves, the support needs fixing first.
Can I keep using a cracked tray?
Not until you know the crack isn’t letting water through. Look for damp or stains below.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and you’ll get one combined price.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
What happens next?
We come back with a fixed price, normally with dates to choose from. There is no obligation to book.
Will it make a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Landlord and trade work in Orlestone
Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.
Letting agents frequently send us pictures 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.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
