Derbyshire · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Osleston, Derbyshire

Local shower tray repair for Osleston: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Movement when you stand on it
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair near Osleston

Shower tray repair in Osleston without replacing anything

We repair cracks, chips and scratches in stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays, or resurface the entire tray if it’s worn. Nothing is taken out, so the enclosure and tiles are not disturbed. We’re frequently asked to fix scratches from cleaning or grit and damage around the waste, on stone resin, acrylic and enamelled steel.

You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we will sort it.

Location
Osleston (DE6)
County
Derbyshire
Cover
A year, on every repair
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Common questions in Osleston

How do I get a price for shower tray repair in Osleston?

Repairs from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You will get a fixed figure before booking.

Is there any odour?

Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It fades as everything cures.

Do you redo the sealant?

Yes, if you’d like us to. After a repair is a good time to reseal.

Is there a guarantee?

Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

Which areas do you work in?

We work UK-wide, so Osleston is covered. Our prices are the same everywhere.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.

When can I use the shower again?

You will get the exact time when we finish.

Where we work around Osleston

Osleston is about 7 miles west of Derby, in Derbyshire. We visit customers in Osleston, so there is no workshop to go to. Our repair technicians cover 532 places across Derbyshire. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 34 miles away.

Our visits in DE6 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Close by, we cover Thurvaston (1 mile north-west), Lower Thurvaston (1 mile west), Cropper (1 mile south-west), Longford (2 miles west) and Sutton on the Hill (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Swadlincote (11 miles south), Ilkeston (14 miles east), Long Eaton (15 miles east), Belper (9 miles north-east), Heanor (13 miles north-east) and Ripley (12 miles north-east).

Around Osleston

We visit homes around The Cow pub, Christ Church and Long Lane Church of England Primary School and the streets around them. Further afield, we also cover the area around Etwall Hospital (3.4 miles south) and Mackworth Castle (4 miles east).

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Landlords, agents and businesses in Osleston

Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Osleston use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it usually costs far less than a refit.

Do you need shower tray repair in Osleston?

The waste is a common starting point for cracks, because that’s where the tray is weakest and the fitting puts pressure on it.

Look out for these signs:

  • A tray that flexes
  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
  • Damage from a refit or building work
  • Staining and dullness across the tray

What to look for in a quote

  • What aftercare is recommended
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • Who will actually do the work
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match

10 questions to ask before you book

Different materials, different repairs

Acrylic

Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so a firm base is essential. We repair cracks and scratches.

Ceramic

Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. They chip and crack from impact, and we match the gloss when we repair them.

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.

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 the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

How it works

On the day, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. The surrounding area is sheeted and masked.
  2. Any sealant in the way is cut out.
  3. We clean and key the tray, then repair the damage.
  4. We refinish the surface to match the tray.
  5. We clean up and give you the curing time.

Preparing for the visit

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work

How to get a price

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire shower tray, we can give you a fixed price.

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Honest limits

Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, for example:

  • A tray broken in more than one place
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath

Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.

Materials we work on in Osleston

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

Aftercare tips

Nothing complicated is needed:

  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use
  • Replace failing sealant promptly
  • Ventilate the room after showers
  • Stick to gentle cleaners

Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, gentle cleaning and good ventilation keep it in good shape.

Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water may be getting under the tray, where it causes damage you cannot see.

How we price shower tray repair

Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:

  • The material and finish
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • What kind of damage it is

A repair typically costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.

Getting a price from pictures

Most quotes are done from photos alone. To make it quick:

  • The material, if you know it
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • A picture taken from further back

There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.

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