Northamptonshire · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Rushden, Northamptonshire
Our repair technicians come to Rushden for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Scratches in the surface
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
About our shower tray repair in Rushden
A cracked or chipped shower tray doesn’t 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. Typical jobs include a tray that flexes and scratches from cleaning or grit, on cast iron, stone resin and acrylic.
Every repair is covered by our one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Rushden (NN10)
- County
- Northamptonshire
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Repair or replace: which is better?
A new shower tray often means a new enclosure fitting, new tiling and new sealant. Repairing it avoids all of that. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Rushden. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Rushden
- No extra charge for your area
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- One visit for most repairs
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
See our full price list.
About Rushden
Rushden is about 12 miles north-west of Bedford, in Northamptonshire. Whether you’re in the middle of Rushden or on the outskirts, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Rushden is one of 364 places in Northamptonshire we cover. We work right across the region, from Rushden to Birmingham (about 56 miles away).
Here we cover the NN10 postcode area. That includes homes on High Street, High Street South and Station Road and the roads around them. You will find Rushden on the A6 and A45, so it’s easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Newton Bromswold (3 miles east), Yelden (3 miles east), Knotting (3 miles south-east), Souldrop (4 miles south-east) and Knotting Green (4 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Northampton (13 miles west), Corby (14 miles north), Kettering (9 miles north-west), Wellingborough (5 miles west), Desborough (14 miles north-west) and Raunds (5 miles north-east). Being one of Northamptonshire’s larger places, Rushden sees plenty of our work.
What’s near Rushden
Our customers here include homes close to The Ferrers School, Alfred Street Junior School and The Railway Inn, among other places. Other local landmarks include Church of St Mary (less than half a mile south) and Rushden Hall (under half a mile south). For rail, the closest station is Wellingborough station, about 3.5 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Rushden Museum (within half a mile south-west) and Podington Castle (2.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Rushden includes Swanspool Lake and Wilson's Pits.
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
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 the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
When a repair is not the answer
We would rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so these are the limits:
- Trays cracked in several places
- Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Cast iron
- Enamelled steel
- Acrylic
- Stone resin
- Ceramic
What your shower tray is made of matters
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Enamelled steel
Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Chips can rust if they’re left, so early repairs help.
The process
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, then carry out the work, which generally takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. If anything looks different from your photos, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- First we check the tray is solid and work out why any crack happened.
- Next we clean and prepare the tray.
- Chips and cracks are filled, reinforced and sanded level.
- The repair is colour matched, or the whole tray gets a new finish.
- The tray is left to cure and can typically be used the following day.
How to prepare
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Open a window if you can
How to get a price
If you are in Rushden 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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How to care for the repair
Looking after the surface is easy:
- Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
- Give the tray a quick rinse after use
- Ventilate the room after showers
- Get a moving tray checked
Rinse the tray after use, use mild, non-abrasive cleaners, and keep an eye on the sealant so water cannot get underneath.
Every shower forces a little water into a crack, which can damage the floor over time. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.
Common questions in Rushden
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?
Typically, as long as it doesn’t flex. The crack is reinforced, filled and refinished.
Are there extra charges for Rushden?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Will you leave a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
How do I get a price for shower tray repair in Rushden?
Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You will get a fixed figure before booking.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. If pictures don’t show enough, we will ask for another angle.
Nearby places to Rushden
Also in Rushden
For landlords and businesses
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
What affects the price in Rushden
Prices start from £95. There’s no area surcharge for Rushden. What changes the price is:
- Access to the area
- The material and finish
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How hard the colour is to match
We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
How to get a fixed price
When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:
- A photo taken from further back
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Details of any past repairs
- One sharp close-up of the damage
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and no obligation.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
