Reading · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Southcote, Reading
Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing at your home in Southcote, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Repairs from £95
- Scuffs and light scratches
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
Shower tray repair in Southcote without replacing anything
If the entire tray looks tired, we can resurface it, giving it a fresh, even finish. Common call-outs are for a crack across the base and chips or cracks by the plughole, across cast iron, acrylic and ceramic.
Every repair is covered by our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Reading.
- Where
- Southcote (RG30, RG31, RG1)
- County
- Reading
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we work around Southcote
Southcote is about 2 miles west of Reading, in Reading. Wherever you are in the RG30 postcode area, we carry out the work at your property. Our technicians cover all 34 towns and villages in Reading. Our nearest city page is London, about 40 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: RG30, RG31 and RG1. Streets in the area include Bath Road, Dwyer Road and Brunel Road, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Fords Farm (1 mile west), Horncastle (1 mile west), Burghfield Bridge (1 mile south-west), Tilehurst Within (1 mile north-west) and Norcot (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Caversham (3 miles north-east), Shinfield (4 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (6 miles south-east), Caversham Heights (3 miles north), Whitley Wood (3 miles south-east) and Sonning Common (5 miles north).
Near you in Southcote
Around Southcote, we work in homes near Elvian School, Prospect School and Calcot Park, among other places. Also close by are St Matthew's (less than half a mile south), The Happy Prospect pub (less than half a mile east) and Manor Primary School (within half a mile west). The nearest railway station is Reading Green Park station, roughly 1.1 miles south. A little further out are Beaumys Castle (4.7 miles south) and Battle Hospital (1.3 miles north-east). The countryside around Southcote includes Sonning Hill and South Lake.
Looking after it afterwards
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
- Rinse the tray after each shower
- Keep the bathroom well ventilated
- Report any creaking or movement early
Keep an eye on the sealant, and replace it when it splits or goes black.
Every shower forces a little water into a crack, and over months that can rot the floor. An early repair is far cheaper than floor repairs.
FAQs for Southcote
Is a cracked tray repairable?
In most cases. If the tray moves, the support needs fixing first.
Can you make an old tray look new?
Yes, it’s a common job. Resurfacing gives a worn tray an even, clean finish.
What do you need from me?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
When can you do it?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
How long does it take to cure?
You will get the exact time when we finish, normally the day after.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Southcote
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Southcote as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there’s no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
Repairing versus replacing in Southcote
Trays sit under the screen and tiles, so replacing one disturbs a lot around it. A repair keeps everything as it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why book with us
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- No need to remove anything
- One visit for most repairs
Take a look at our prices page.
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How we price shower tray repair
Repairs from £95. We price every job individually, from your pictures. The main factors are:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Getting a price from pictures
When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Any details about the material
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A wider photo showing the whole shower tray
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so a firm base is essential. We repair cracks and scratches.
Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so it’s worth repairing early.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
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.
How it works
We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. Allow a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and we’ll keep you posted as we go.
- The surrounding area is sheeted and masked.
- Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
- The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
- The surface is refinished to match.
- We clean up and give you the curing time.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Advice
Signs you need shower tray repair in Southcote
Trays fitted on timber floors can crack if the floor moves, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On concrete, an uneven base is the usual cause.
If you can see any of these, send us a photo:
- A crack across the base
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
- A damaged area around the waste
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
What your quote should include
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- What preparation is included
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- What protection goes down before work starts
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
