Torbay · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Preston, Torbay

Our technicians come to Preston for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Damage from a refit or building work
  • Movement when you stand on it
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Preston homes

Shower tray repair at your home in Preston

In most cases, a damaged tray can be repaired where it is, from chipped edges to cracks across the floor of the tray. The colour and finish are matched so the repair blends in. Typical jobs include staining and dullness across the tray and a cracked shower tray, across stone resin, cast iron and enamelled steel.

You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we will come back.

Location
Preston (TQ3, TQ2)
County
Torbay
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after

Landlords, agents and businesses in Preston

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Preston as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it generally costs far less than a refit.

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.

About Preston

Preston is about 1 mile north of Paignton, in Torbay. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Our technicians cover all 23 towns and villages in Torbay, from the larger towns to small villages.

Every address in TQ3 and TQ2 is within our area. Streets in the area include Lacy Road, Cary Road and Albany Road, and we cover them all. Close by, we cover Cockington (1 mile north-east), Paignton (1 mile south), Chelston (1 mile north-east), Marldon (1 mile west) and Torre (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Brixham (5 miles south-east), St Marychurch (3 miles north-east), Barton (3 miles north-east), Watcombe (3 miles north-east), Combe Pafford (3 miles north-east) and Wellswood (3 miles east).

Near you in Preston

Around Preston, we work in homes near The Old Manor Inn, Preston Primary School and Abbey Park and Meadows, among other places. Nearby too are Church of St George and St Mary (0.7 miles north) and Torquay Boys' Grammar School (1.6 miles north). Preston’s nearest station is Torquay station, about 1.3 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Torbay Hospital (2.1 miles north) and The Real Crime Museum (2 miles east). For a walk, there is Occombe Valley Woods.

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Different materials, different repairs

Ceramic

Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.

The process

Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. If anything looks different from your photos, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.

  1. We check the tray for movement first.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned and opened up.
  3. Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
  4. The repair is shaped, colour-matched and finished.
  5. It’s left to cure, normally until the next day.

Preparing for the visit

  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access

Ask for a price

There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.

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When we would advise against a repair

We will not take on work that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:

  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
  • Leaking waste fittings

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before you book.

What we work on

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

Keeping it looking good

It’s all simple stuff:

  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
  • Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
  • Replace failing sealant promptly
  • Rinse the tray after each shower

Store heavy bottles on a shelf, not on the tray, so they cannot be knocked over.

If the tray creaks or moves, get it checked, before it cracks.

What we are called out for in Preston

Stone resin trays are rigid, so they crack rather than bend if the floor beneath them is not flat and fully supported. Movement in a timber floor has the same effect.

Contact us if you’ve noticed any of these:

  • Scratches in the surface
  • Cracks running from the waste
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • Movement when you stand on it

Questions to ask before booking

  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • Who will actually do the work
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match

10 questions to ask before booking

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. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before you book, with nothing added on the day.

Why book with us

  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Colour-matched on site
  • Usually one visit, start to finish
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures

Take a look at our pricing.

Preston questions

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

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

When can you do it?

That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

Which areas do you work in?

We cover the whole UK, including Preston and the rest of Torbay. Just include your postcode and we will offer you dates.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

In nearly every case. If photos do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.

Can a stained tray be refinished?

Yes. The whole tray can be resurfaced without removing it.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Most of the time. Tell us what was done before.

DIY kit or professional repair?

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.

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