Derbyshire · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Plaistow, Derbyshire

Shower tray repair across Plaistow and nearby, normally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scratches in the surface
  • Edge chips from dropped bottles
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book shower tray repair in Plaistow

When a repair isn’t the answer

To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair will not fix:

  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath

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

What we work on

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

About our shower tray repair in Plaistow

We repair plenty of shower trays. Chips by the waste, cracks across the base and dull, stained surfaces can all be put right without removing the tray. Whether it’s a crack across the base and staining and dullness across the tray, we can help.

Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Plaistow and across Derbyshire.

Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish
Where
Plaistow (DE4)
County
Derbyshire
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Can I fix it myself?

For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

How to look after the repair

It’s all simple stuff, just a few sensible habits:

  • Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
  • Get a moving tray checked
  • Don’t stand heavy bottles on the tray
  • Use the extractor fan

Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. Warm water and a mild detergent is enough.

A tray that moves underfoot needs looking at, before it cracks or gets worse.

Why repair rather than replace?

Trays sit under the screen and tiles, so taking one out disturbs a lot. A repair keeps everything as it is. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.

Why Plaistow clients choose us

  • Usually one visit, start to finish
  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
  • Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • No extra charge for your area

Read our prices page.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Acrylic

Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are rigid and slim. A flat, solid base is essential, and we match repairs to the surface finish.

Plaistow: your questions answered

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you’ll get one combined price.

Is the work guaranteed?

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

How do I book?

A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.

Do you reseal the tray as well?

Yes. We can repair and reseal on the same visit.

Can a stained tray be refinished?

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

When can I use the shower again?

Normally the day after. We’ll tell you the exact time when we finish.

Will there be a smell?

It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

In most cases. We remove the old repair before doing a new one.

The process

Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and start once you are happy with the plan. Most jobs take a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
  3. The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
  4. We refinish the surface to match the tray.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Open a window if you can
  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children

Ask for a price

You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

Plaistow and nearby

Plaistow is about 5 miles north-west of Ripley, in Derbyshire. We visit homes and businesses in Plaistow and nearby villages, so you don’t need to take anything anywhere. Plaistow is one of 532 towns and villages in Derbyshire where we work. Our nearest city page is Manchester, about 40 miles away.

Every address in DE4 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover include Moorwood Moor (1 mile east), Wheatcroft (1 mile north), Wessington (2 miles north-east), Doehole (2 miles north) and Mathersgrave (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Chesterfield (10 miles north), Ilkeston (11 miles south-east), Belper (5 miles south), Heanor (8 miles south-east), Dronfield (14 miles north) and Ripley (5 miles south-east).

Landmarks near Plaistow

Around Plaistow, we work in homes near Church of St Mary. Plaistow’s nearest station is Whatstandwell station, roughly 1.9 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Ripley Hospital (4.7 miles south-east) and Willersley Castle (3.5 miles west). Open spaces near Plaistow include Alport Height and Wyver Lane Nature Reserve.

Map of Plaistow © OpenStreetMap contributors

What shower tray repair costs

Repairs from £95. We price every job individually. The main factors are:

  • The material and finish
  • The type of damage
  • Doing more than one item at once
  • Access to the area

No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

How to get a fixed quote

Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • A photo taken from further back

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

Do you need shower tray repair in Plaistow?

Most cracked trays are trays that flex: if a tray wasn’t bedded on a solid, even base, it flexes each time someone stands on it. Dropped bottles cause most chips.

The most common problems we’re called about are:

  • Cracks running from the waste
  • A tray that flexes
  • Staining and dullness across the tray
  • Chipped corners or rims

Comparing quotes

  • How soon you can use it again
  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • Whether a trained technician does the job

Choosing a repair company

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