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Shower Tray Repair for Penrith homes

Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing at your home in Penrith, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips caused during fitting
  • Scuffs and light scratches
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair in Penrith

Shower tray repair in Penrith, done in place

We check the tray before repairing it: a tray that moves needs its support sorted first, or the crack will come back. We will explain what we find. If you’re dealing with a crack across the base and damage around the waste, we can generally put it right, on acrylic, cast iron and ceramic alike.

You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Penrith as everywhere else we work.

Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish
Area
Penrith (CA11, CA10)
Region
Cumbria
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Repair or replace: which is better?

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. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.

Why book with us

  • One visit for most repairs
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • No need to remove anything
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited

See our prices page.

Penrith: your questions answered

Do you come to Penrith?

Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Penrith from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.

Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?

Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.

Can I keep using a cracked tray?

It’s best to stop using it until it’s checked, because water may be getting underneath.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.

Can you resurface a whole tray?

Yes. Resurfacing gives a worn tray an even, clean finish.

How do I book?

Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787.

Do you charge for travel?

There is no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.

Do you hold any accreditations?

We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

Where we work around Penrith

Penrith is about 17 miles south-east of Carlisle, in Cumbria. Anywhere in CA11, we carry out the work at your property. We work in all 438 towns and villages across Cumbria. Our jobs stretch from Penrith to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 50 miles away).

Here we cover the CA11 and CA10 postcode area. Whether you live on Market Square, Corn Market and Corney Square or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Main roads around Penrith include the A6 and A592, so getting to you is simple. We also cover the places around Penrith: Fair Hill (1 mile north-west), Carleton (1 mile east), Eamont Bridge (1 mile south), Red Hills (1 mile south-west) and Brougham (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Appleby-in-Westmorland (12 miles south-east), Chestnut Hill (15 miles west), Bongate (12 miles south-east), Dalston (15 miles north-west), Shap (10 miles south) and Wetheral (15 miles north). Penrith is among the bigger towns we cover in Cumbria.

Landmarks near Penrith

Around Penrith, we work in homes near Castle Park, St Andrew's Church and The Elbow Room Public House and the streets around them. You will also find Ullswater Community College (less than half a mile south) and Brunswick School (within half a mile north-west). Penrith has its own railway station: Penrith station. Nearby you’ll also find Penrith and Eden Museum (under half a mile east) and Strickland's Pele Tower and Penrith Castle (within half a mile south-west). For a walk, there is Dunmallard Hill.

Map of Penrith © OpenStreetMap contributors

DIY kit or professional repair?

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

Repairs by material

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are heavy and rigid with a gel-coat finish. Poor support underneath leads to cracks, and chips are filled and matched to the surface.

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.

What we cannot put right

A repair is not always the answer, and we will tell you before we start. We cannot fix:

  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
  • Plumbing leaks under the tray
  • Multiple cracks across the tray

If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.

Surfaces we repair

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

Keeping it looking good

Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts:

  • Report any creaking or movement early
  • Check the seal every few months
  • Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
  • Ventilate the room after showers

Check the silicone around the tray every few months, and reseal when it starts to fail.

A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, which can damage the floor over time. An early repair is far cheaper than floor repairs.

How it works

We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. You can expect it to take a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface.

  1. First, we check whether the tray moves.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned and opened up.
  3. We reinforce any crack and fill the damage.
  4. The repair is shaped, colour-matched and finished.
  5. We leave it to cure, normally until the following day.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before

Getting a price

To get a price, send two or three photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll say immediately if a repair is the right fix.

Get a fixed quote

Related advice

Landlords, agents and businesses in Penrith

We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we will arrange it.

For anyone letting property in or around Penrith, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we will price them together.

What we’re called out for in Penrith

Cracks often start at the waste, because that is where the tray is weakest and the fitting puts pressure on it.

Send us a picture if you notice any of these:

  • Chips caused during fitting
  • Damage around the waste
  • A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
  • Scratches in the surface

What to look for in a quote

  • A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • What aftercare is recommended

Choosing a repair company

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