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Shower Tray Repair for Rochford homes
Shower tray repair across Rochford and nearby, typically in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage around the waste
- A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
Shower tray repair at your home in Rochford
Shower tray repairs are one of our most common jobs. Chips by the waste, cracks across the base and dull, stained surfaces can all be put right without removing the tray. Common call-outs are for cracks running from the waste and a tray that flexes, in cast iron, stone resin and enamelled steel.
You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Rochford as everywhere else we work.
Should you replace it?
Replacing a tray generally means refitting the screen, retiling and resealing. Repairing it avoids all of that. Prices start from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Rochford
- A fixed quote before booking
- Normally one visit, start to finish
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Same prices wherever you are
Take a look at our pricing.
How it works
We begin by going over the job with you. After that, protection goes down around the work area and the work begins. You can expect it to take a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and we will keep you posted as we go.
- We ensure the tray does not flex and look for the cause of any crack.
- We clean and prepare the damaged area or the whole tray.
- We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
- The repair is colour-matched, or the whole tray gets a new finish.
- Once cured, typically by the day after, you can use the shower.
Preparing for the visit
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Ask for a price
We price from photos so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
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What your shower tray is made of matters
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.
Ceramic
Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.
How we price shower tray repair
Prices start from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- The type of damage
- Whether we combine several jobs
- How many areas need work
- The colour and finish to match
Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Send pictures for a quote
You can take the photos on your phone. Ensure they show:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures through our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Our work in Rochford
Rochford is about 3 miles north of Southend-on-Sea, in Essex. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. We work in all 644 towns and villages across Essex. Our jobs stretch from Rochford to London (35 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: SS4, SS5, SS6 and SS11. You will find streets such as Main Street, London Road and Barbara Close, all of which we cover. Rochford is on the A1245 and B1013, so it’s easy for us to reach. We also travel to Stroud Green (1 mile south-west), Hawkwell (1 mile north-west), Eastwood (2 miles south-west), Southend-on-Sea (3 miles south) and Chalkwell (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Chelmsford (14 miles north-west), Basildon (10 miles west), Maldon (10 miles north), Canvey Island (7 miles south-west), Billericay (12 miles west) and Rayleigh (4 miles west).
Landmarks near Rochford
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Magnolia Fields, Church of St Andrew and The Marlborough Head pub, among other places. Also close by are King Edmund School (0.7 miles north) and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School (less than half a mile east). For rail, the closest station is Rochford station, about 0.5 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Rayleigh Windmill Museum (0.6 miles south-east) and Southend University Hospital (2.3 miles south). Not far away are Pound Wood.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
It’s natural to want to try a repair 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.
What a repair can’t fix
A repair is not always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. We can’t fix:
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
- A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Ceramic
- Stone resin
- Enamelled steel
- Acrylic
- Cast iron
Questions from Rochford
Can I keep using a cracked tray?
It’s best to stop using it until it’s checked, because water may be getting underneath.
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Can you replace the silicone at the same time?
Yes, if you’d like us to. It’s a good time to replace old sealant.
Do you cover the entire of Essex?
We work UK-wide. Our prices are the same everywhere.
Are there extra charges for Rochford?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.
Can a stained tray be refinished?
Yes. Resurfacing gives a worn tray an even, clean finish.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, we often do. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
Do you need shower tray repair in Rochford?
Trays fitted on timber floors can crack if the floor moves, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On solid floors, cracks generally point to an uneven base.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- A crack across the base
- Movement when you stand on it
- Damage from a refit or building work
- A damaged area around the waste
Comparing quotes
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- Aftercare advice
- How your room will be protected
Aftercare tips
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
- Ventilate the room after showers
- Don’t use strong acids or bleach
- Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
Keep an eye on the sealant, and replace it when it splits or goes black.
Act on split sealant early. Water gets behind and under the tray and can cause damage underneath.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
