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Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Perran Downs, Cornwall
Fixed-price shower tray repair in Perran Downs and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Scratches in the surface
- A dull, stained or worn surface
Shower tray repair in Perran Downs without replacing anything
We check the tray before repairing it: a tray that moves needs its support sorted first, or the crack will come back. We will tell you if that is the case. Our repair technicians work on cast iron, stone resin and enamelled steel, and people most frequently call us about chips caused during fitting and movement when you stand on it.
All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Cornwall.
- Where
- Perran Downs (TR20)
- County
- Cornwall
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we work around Perran Downs
Perran Downs is about 5 miles east of Penzance, in Cornwall. Our technicians come to clients in Perran Downs and nearby villages, so you don’t need to take anything anywhere. Our technicians cover all 644 towns and villages across Cornwall.
We work across TR20 and the streets around it. Jobs here include addresses on Trevelyan Grove, Trescowe Road and Grove Lane. Close by, we cover Higher Downs (1 mile north-west), St Hilary (1 mile north-west), Rosudgeon (1 mile south), Goldsithney (1 mile west) and Relubbus (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Falmouth (15 miles east), Camborne (8 miles north-east), Redruth (11 miles north-east), Penzance (5 miles west), Helston (7 miles east) and Hayle (4 miles north).
Near you in Perran Downs
We visit homes around St Hilary Church and St Hilary School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is St Erth station, about 3.3 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Acton Castle (1.4 miles south) and West Cornwall Musical Museum (0.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Marazion Marsh RSPB Reserve and Godolphin Hill.
What affects the price in Perran Downs
Repairs from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Perran Downs. The price reflects:
- How many items we do on one visit
- What the surface is made of
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Send photos for a quote
You can usually get a fixed quote without us visiting. To help us price it:
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A photo taken from further back
Most clients in Perran Downs get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
What your shower tray is made of matters
Enamelled steel
Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Chips can rust if they’re left, so early repairs help.
Stone resin
Stone resin trays are heavy and rigid with a gel-coat finish. They crack if the base is not fully supported, and chips can be filled and matched.
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Honest limits
Not everything can be repaired, and we’ll tell you before we start. We can’t fix:
- Multiple cracks across the tray
- Leaking waste fittings
- Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Enamelled steel
- Ceramic
- Acrylic
- Stone resin
- Cast iron
DIY kit or professional repair?
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.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
What we are called out for in Perran Downs
A tired-looking tray is often the result of years of cleaning: limescale, harsh chemicals and abrasive pads strip the surface finish.
Look out for any of the following:
- Damage around the waste
- Staining and dullness across the tray
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
- Scratches in the surface
What to look for in a quote
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- How long it needs to cure
- Who will actually do the work
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
Should you replace it?
The tray itself may not cost much, but the work around it does: removing the screen, breaking out tiles, relaying the base and re-tiling. A repair is one visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Perran Downs
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- A fixed quote before you book
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Rooms protected and left tidy
See our full price list.
How it works
On the day, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job generally takes 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.
- We protect the floor and the enclosure.
- Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
- We clean and key the tray, then repair the damage.
- The surface is refinished to match.
- We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.
Before we arrive
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Ask for a price
There’s no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
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Perran Downs questions
Is repairing better than replacing?
Usually, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Will there be a smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
Do you cover the entire of Cornwall?
All of Cornwall, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
Can you fix a cracked tray?
Typically, if the tray is firmly supported. The crack is reinforced, filled and refinished.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Do you redo the sealant?
Yes. Add it to your quote and we’ll do both on one visit.
Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?
Not until you know the crack isn’t letting water through. Look for damp or stains below.
Are there extra charges for Perran Downs?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Landlord and trade work in Perran Downs
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Hospitality businesses cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
