Merthyr Tydfil · Wales

Shower Tray Repair in Rhyd-y-car

Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing at your home in Rhyd-y-car, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
  • A crack across the base
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need shower tray repair in Rhyd-y-car?

Shower tray repair in Rhyd-y-car, done in place

A cracked or chipped shower tray does not always need replacing. If it’s firmly supported, we can repair it where it is, saving you the cost and mess of a new one. We work on ceramic, cast iron and stone resin, and common reasons people get in touch are chips on the edges and a dull, stained or worn surface.

Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee.

Area
Rhyd-y-car (CF47, CF48)
Area hub
Merthyr Tydfil
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

What we are called out for in Rhyd-y-car

Trays crack mainly because they move: if a tray wasn’t bedded on a solid, even base, it flexes each time someone stands on it. Dropped bottles cause most chips.

If you can see any of these, send us a photo:

  • Scratches in the surface
  • Edge chips from dropped bottles
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • A dull, stained or worn surface

Comparing quotes

  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
  • Aftercare advice
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • What preparation is included

Choosing a repair company

Different materials, different repairs

Ceramic

Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. They chip and crack from impact, and we match the gloss when we repair them.

Stone resin

Stone resin is a dense, rigid material with a smooth gel coat. Poor support underneath leads to cracks, and chips can be filled and matched.

Questions from Rhyd-y-car

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.

Can you price it without visiting?

Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the photos can’t show what we need.

Are there extra charges for Rhyd-y-car?

There’s no separate call-out charge. Your fixed price includes everything.

How do I get a price for shower tray repair in Rhyd-y-car?

Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed price based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the whole item and your postcode.

Can pets and children be at home?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.

Do you cover Rhyd-y-car?

Yes. We work across the UK and come to Rhyd-y-car. Send pictures and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Is my repair covered?

Yes, for a year. If there’s a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.

Are you a vetted contractor?

We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

Repair or replace: which is better?

A new shower tray normally involves removing the screen and tiling, relaying the base and re-tiling. A repair or resurface keeps all of that in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Compared with replacing, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

What you get with us

  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • One-year guarantee on every repair

Read our pricing.

Prices and what affects them

Repairs from £95. There’s no charge for travel to Rhyd-y-car. The price depends on:

  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • How many items we do on one visit

There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Send pictures for a quote

Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Try to send:

  • Details of any past repairs
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare

For a price in Rhyd-y-car, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

About Rhyd-y-car

Rhyd-y-car is about 1 mile south of Merthyr Tydfil, in Merthyr Tydfil. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We cover all 52 towns and villages in Merthyr Tydfil, from the larger towns to small villages.

We work across the CF47 and CF48 postcode area. We regularly work on streets such as High Street, Caedraw Road and Glasier Road and the roads around them. With the A4054 close by, Rhyd-y-car is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover include Cae-draw (1 mile north-east), Thomastown (1 mile north-east), Twynyrodyn (1 mile north-east), Glebeland (1 mile north) and Ysgubor Newydd (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Treharris (6 miles south-east), Nelson (7 miles south-east), Pentwynberth-lwyd (7 miles south-east), Trelewis (6 miles south-east), Aberfan (4 miles south-east) and Bedlinog (4 miles south-east).

Landmarks near Rhyd-y-car

Our customers here include homes close to Caedraw Primary School, Harvester pub and St Tydfil's Church, among other places. There is a railway station in Rhyd-y-car itself: Merthyr Tydfil station. Nearby you will also find Morlais Castle (2.6 miles north) and Ynysfach Engine House (under half a mile north-west). For a walk, there’s Mynydd Aberdar and Pwll Waun Cynon.

Map of Rhyd-y-car © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we do, step by step

You do not need to empty the room. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and get going once we have agreed what we’re doing. Most jobs take a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
  3. We clean and key the tray, then repair the damage.
  4. The surface is refinished to match.
  5. We clean up and give you the curing time.

Before we arrive

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area

Ask for a price

Upload pictures of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you are in Rhyd-y-car, and we will reply with a fixed price.

Get a free quote

Advice

Should I try a DIY kit first?

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.

For landlords and businesses

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Merthyr Tydfil and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Aftercare tips

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
  • Replace failing sealant promptly
  • Avoid strong descalers and bleach
  • Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth

Rinse the tray after use, use mild, non-abrasive cleaners, and keep an eye on the sealant so water cannot get underneath.

A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, which can damage the floor over time. An early repair is far cheaper than floor repairs.

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