Essex · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Shotgate, Essex
We travel to Shotgate for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A dull, stained or worn surface
- Cracks running from the waste
Honest limits
We’d rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
- Stone resin
- Enamelled steel
- Ceramic
About our shower tray repair in Shotgate
Every crack has a cause, and we find it first. If the tray moves, the support is fixed or flagged before we repair it, so the repair lasts. Common call-outs are for scratches from cleaning or grit and chips caused during fitting, on ceramic, acrylic and cast iron.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard.
- Area
- Shotgate (SS11, SS12)
- Region
- Essex
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, photos and access details and we’ll arrange it.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
Signs you need shower tray repair in Shotgate
On timber floors, movement can crack a tray, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On solid floors, cracks usually point to an uneven base.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
- A cracked shower tray
- Movement when you stand on it
- Chips caused during fitting
Comparing quotes
- What preparation is included
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
Your questions about shower tray repair in Shotgate
Is it OK to use a cracked tray?
It’s best to stop using it until it’s checked, in case water is getting through.
How much does shower tray repair cost in Shotgate?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed quote based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the entire item and your postcode.
How long before I can shower?
Normally by the following day. We will confirm before we leave.
Can a stained tray be refinished?
Yes. The whole tray can be resurfaced without removing it.
What happens after I send pictures?
You will get a fixed quote back. You are under no obligation.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Generally, yes. Let us know what was used before.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Will it make a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
Repairing versus replacing in Shotgate
If the tray is solid and the crack hasn’t let water spread, repair is usually best. If water has damaged the floor, or the tray is cracked in several places, a new tray may be better. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why us?
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- A fixed quote before booking
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- One visit for most repairs
See our full price list.
Towns and villages near Shotgate
What else we do in Shotgate
Shotgate and nearby
Shotgate is about 1 mile east of Wickford, in Essex. Jobs in Shotgate are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. Shotgate is one of 644 places in Essex we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 29 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: SS11 and SS12. Local streets include Third Avenue, First Avenue and Second Avenue, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Shotgate, we cover Rawreth (1 mile east), Wickford (1 mile west), Battlesbridge (1 mile north-east), Runwell (2 miles north-west) and Brock Hill (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (9 miles north), Basildon (5 miles south-west), Brentwood (11 miles west), Maldon (10 miles north-east), Canvey Island (6 miles south) and Billericay (6 miles west).
Around Shotgate
Typical jobs here are in homes near Beauchamps High School, Church of St Nicholas and Hilltop Infant School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Battlesbridge station, roughly 1.3 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Basildon University Hospital (5.5 miles south-west) and Battlesbridge Motorcycle Museum (1.3 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Shotgate Thickets.
How it works
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we’ve agreed what we are doing. It generally takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We protect the floor and the enclosure.
- Any sealant in the way is cut out.
- The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
- We refinish the surface to match the tray.
- We clean up and give you the curing time.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Ask for a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.
Advice
What affects the price in Shotgate
Prices start from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We look at:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- How much damage there is
- Doing more than one item at once
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.
Send pictures for a quote
You can normally get a fixed quote without us visiting. To help us price it:
- Natural light rather than flash
- Something in shot to show the size
- One picture of the entire shower tray
- Details of any past repairs
Most customers in Shotgate get their price from photos. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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.
Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Chips can rust if they’re left, so it’s worth repairing early.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
