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Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Southwell, Nottinghamshire

Shower tray repair for Southwell, without a refit. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then we come to you.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book shower tray repair in Southwell

Shower tray repair in Southwell, done in place

We repair cracks, chips and scratches in stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays, or resurface the whole tray if it’s worn. The tray stays in place, so the enclosure and tiles aren’t disturbed. Our technicians work on ceramic, stone resin and cast iron, and people most often call us about a damaged area around the waste and chipped corners or rims.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we will come back.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Location
Southwell (NG25)
Area hub
Nottinghamshire
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Should I try a DIY kit first?

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 doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.

Southwell and the surrounding area

Southwell is about 6 miles west of Newark-on-Trent, in Nottinghamshire. Jobs in Southwell are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Our repair technicians cover 329 places in Nottinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Leeds, about 56 miles away.

Here we cover the NG25 postcode area. Jobs here include addresses on Station Road, Leeks Close and Queen Street and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include Normanton (1 mile north-east), Maythorne (1 mile north-west), Brinkley (1 mile south-east), Halam (1 mile west) and Upton (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Mansfield (11 miles north-west), Carlton (9 miles south-west), Sutton in Ashfield (13 miles west), Hucknall (11 miles west), Newark-on-Trent (6 miles east) and West Bridgford (13 miles south-west).

Around Southwell

We visit homes around Holy Trinity Church, Wheatsheaf Inn and Southwell Minster School, among other places. The closest station to Southwell is Fiskerton station, about 2.2 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Museum of Timekeeping (2.1 miles east).

Map of Southwell © OpenStreetMap contributors

Repair or replace: which is better?

A new shower tray normally involves taking out the enclosure and tiles, relaying the base and re-tiling. A repair or resurface leaves all of that alone. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Southwell

  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • One visit for most repairs
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing

See our pricing.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Acrylic

Acrylic trays are lighter and slightly flexible, so good support matters. Cracks and scratches can be repaired.

Ceramic

Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. They chip and crack from impact, and the repair is polished to match the shine.

Aftercare tips

How the surface is treated afterwards matters. Here’s what we suggest:

  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use
  • Use the extractor fan
  • Store bottles off the tray
  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray

Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, gentle cleaning and good ventilation keep it in good shape.

A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, and over months that can rot the floor. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.

When we would advise against a repair

Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits too:

  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
  • Multiple cracks across the tray
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.

Materials we repair

  • Acrylic
  • Ceramic
  • Cast iron
  • Enamelled steel
  • Stone resin

FAQs for Southwell

Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?

Not until you know the crack isn’t letting water through. Check the ceiling below for damp.

Do you charge for travel?

No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.

How much does shower tray repair cost in Southwell?

Prices start from £95. Every job gets a fixed quote based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your NG25 postcode.

Can you price it without visiting?

Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.

Will there be a smell?

Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It clears as the materials cure.

Do you work in Southwell?

Yes. We work across the UK and come to Southwell and the rest of Nottinghamshire. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

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

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Yes, we frequently do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

The process

You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and start once you are happy with the plan. Most jobs take a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.

  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. We refinish the surface to match the tray.
  5. We clean up and give you the curing time.

Preparing for the visit

  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
  • Open a window if you can
  • Keep a parking space free if you can

Get a quote

To get a price, send a couple of pictures using our quote form or ring us. We will say straight away if a repair is the right fix.

Get a free quote

Related advice

How we price shower tray repair

Prices start from £95. You will not pay by the hour. The price depends on:

  • How many items we do on one visit
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

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.

How to get a fixed price

The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:

  • The material, if you know it
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • One sharp close-up of the damage

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire shower tray, we can give you a fixed quote without visiting.

Common problems we fix in Southwell

Dull and stained trays are generally down to cleaning: abrasive pads, strong chemicals and limescale strip the surface finish.

The things clients typically mention when they call include:

  • A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
  • Staining and dullness across the tray
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
  • Chips caused during fitting

What your quote should include

  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • How long it needs to cure
  • Who will actually do the work
  • If travel is included in the price

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