Rutland · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Preston, Rutland

Fixed-price shower tray repair in Preston 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 tray that creaks or moves underfoot
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair near Preston

About our shower tray repair in Preston

If the entire tray looks tired, we can resurface it, for a clean, uniform finish without removing the screen or tiles. Our repair technicians work on enamelled steel, stone resin and acrylic, and common reasons people get in touch are scuffs and light scratches and a cracked shower tray.

Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.

Location
Preston (LE15)
Region
Rutland
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish

Common problems we fix in Preston

Most chips come from things dropped in the shower, typically on the edges or near the plughole.

Common reasons people in Preston contact us are:

  • Chips caused during fitting
  • Movement when you stand on it
  • Staining and dullness across the tray
  • Chips or cracks by the plughole

What to look for in a quote

  • How changes to the job are handled
  • Who will actually do the work
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • What prep work is covered

Our hiring checklist

Can I fix it myself?

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Ceramic

Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. Impacts can chip or crack them, and we match the gloss when we repair them.

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.

How it works

Once we are through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the work takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.

  1. First we check the tray is solid and work out why any crack happened.
  2. We clean and prepare the damaged area or the entire tray.
  3. We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
  4. We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the entire tray.
  5. We leave it to cure; the shower is typically usable the day after.

Preparing for the visit

  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before

How to get a price

No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.

Send pictures for a quote

Advice

For landlords and businesses

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

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.

Looking after it afterwards

Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:

  • Rinse away soap after showering
  • Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
  • Get a moving tray checked
  • Avoid strong descalers and bleach

Wait the full curing time before you shower. After that, mild cleaners and good ventilation are all it needs.

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

Your questions about shower tray repair in Preston

Do you work in Preston?

Yes. We cover the whole UK and come to Preston. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Is it messy?

We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we have finished.

Are there extra charges for Preston?

We don’t add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Rutland.

Do the materials smell?

A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help.

Can you fix a cracked tray?

Typically, as long as it doesn’t flex. We reinforce the crack, fill it and refinish the surface.

Can you replace the silicone at the same time?

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

Is repairing better than replacing?

Typically, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we will say so.

Where we work around Preston

Preston is about 4 miles south of Oakham, in Rutland. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you are not left waiting in all day. Preston is one of 47 towns and villages in Rutland where we work. Our jobs stretch from Preston to Birmingham (51 miles away).

We work across LE15 and the streets around it. From Main Street, Cross Lane and Uppingham Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Nearby, we also work in Ayston (1 mile south-west), Ridlington (1 mile west), Egleton (3 miles north), Belton-in-Rutland (4 miles west) and Braunston-in-Rutland (4 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Barleythorpe (5 miles north), Cottesmore (7 miles north), Langham (6 miles north), North Luffenham (4 miles east) and Whissendine (8 miles north).

Landmarks near Preston

Our clients here include homes close to Church of St Peter and St Paul and Uppingham Community College. The closest station to Preston is Oakham station, roughly 4.2 miles north. Open spaces near Preston include Great Merrible Wood and King's Hill.

Map of Preston © OpenStreetMap contributors

Why repair rather than replace?

Replacing a tray normally involves removing the screen and tiling, preparing a new base and tiling again. Repairing or resurfacing the tray keeps all of that in place. Prices start from £95. Compared with replacing, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

What you get with us

  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Work done at your home or business
  • A fixed quote before booking
  • We leave the room as we found it

See our prices page.

What affects the price in Preston

Prices start from £95. There’s no charge for travel to Preston. The price comes down to:

  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • How much damage there is
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • The material

What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so you know the cost before you book.

Quotes from your pictures

You can generally get a fixed price without us visiting. To make it quick:

  • Details of any past repairs
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area

If you are in Preston and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

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