Kent · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Preston, Kent
Shower tray repair for Preston, without a refit. Get a fixed quote from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips on the edges
- Scratches from cleaning or grit
Shower tray repair in Preston, done in place
The first thing we do is check the tray: a tray that moves needs its support sorted first, or the crack will come back. We will tell you if that is the case. We regularly repair stone resin, acrylic and enamelled steel, and the jobs we see most are a tray that flexes and a crack across the base.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Location
- Preston (ME13)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
The process
Once we are through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- First, we check whether the tray moves.
- We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
- Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
- We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
- It’s left to cure, usually until the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Getting a price
If you’re in Preston and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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What shower tray repair costs
Repairs from £95. We give every job a fixed price from photos. This is what makes a difference:
- Access to the area
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The type of damage
Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Quotes from your pictures
Phone photos are fine. Make sure they show:
- Natural light rather than flash
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- One picture of the whole shower tray
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
About Preston
Preston is about 7 miles south-west of Whitstable, in Kent. Wherever you are in the ME13 postcode area, we carry out the work at your property. Preston is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our jobs stretch from Preston to London (about 45 miles away).
Here we cover the ME13 postcode area. From Back Lane, Quay Lane and Park Road or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Main roads around Preston include the A2 and A251, so getting to you is simple. Other places close to Preston include Faversham (1 mile north-west), The Brents (1 mile north), Davington (1 mile north-west), Ospringe (1 mile west) and Whitehill (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (8 miles east), Sittingbourne (7 miles west), Whitstable (7 miles north-east), Herne Bay (11 miles east) and Minster (8 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Preston
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to The Elephant pub, Ethelbert Road Primary School and St Catherine's Church, among other places. Nearby too are The Abbey School (within half a mile south-west) and Oare Meadow (1.5 miles north). Preston has its own railway station: Faversham station. A little further out are Newnham Castle (4.3 miles south-west).
What a repair can’t fix
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- A tray broken in more than one place
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
What we work on
- Acrylic
- Stone resin
- Enamelled steel
- Cast iron
- Ceramic
Work for landlords and builders
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
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Materials and what they mean for the repair
Stone resin
Stone resin trays are popular because they’re rigid and low-profile. A flat, solid base is essential, and repairs are matched to the gel coat.
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.
Keeping it looking good
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Rinse the tray after each shower
- Avoid strong descalers and bleach
- Check the seal every few months
- Use the extractor fan
Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, mild cleaners and good ventilation are all it needs.
Failed sealant around a tray should be replaced quickly. Water gets behind and under the tray and can cause damage underneath.
Do you need shower tray repair in Preston?
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.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- A dull, stained or worn surface
- Scratches from cleaning or grit
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
What your quote should include
- How long it needs to cure
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- What aftercare is recommended
- How your room will be protected
Repair or replace in Preston?
A new tray can be cheap, but fitting it isn’t: taking out the enclosure, tiling and resealing. Repairing it takes one visit. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. A repair typically costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Preston
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Fixed prices from your pictures
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Common questions in Preston
How do I get a price for shower tray repair in Preston?
Prices start from £95. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
In most cases. We remove the old repair before doing a new one.
Do you work in Preston?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and travel to Preston. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Is a cracked tray repairable?
Generally, if the tray is firmly supported. The crack is reinforced, filled and refinished.
Can a stained tray be refinished?
Yes. We can resurface the whole tray for a fresh finish.
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