Birmingham · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Sparkbrook, Birmingham

Our repair technicians come to Sparkbrook for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A cracked shower tray
  • A dull, stained or worn surface
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Sparkbrook homes

About our shower tray repair in Sparkbrook

Most tray damage can be repaired in place, from a chip by the waste to a crack across the base. We match the colour and finish. Whether it’s a dull, stained or worn surface and chips on the edges, we can help, whatever the material.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we’ll sort it.

Where
Sparkbrook (B11, B12, B10)
County
Birmingham
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after

Sparkbrook and the surrounding area

Sparkbrook is about 1 mile south-east of Birmingham, in Birmingham. Wherever you are in the B11 postcode area, a technician comes to you. Sparkbrook is one of 140 towns and villages in Birmingham where we work.

Every address in B11, B12 and B10 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Farm Road, Beach Road and Dixon Road, all of which we cover. With the A41 close by, Sparkbrook is easy for our technicians to reach. We also travel to Camp Hill (1 mile north-west), Greet (1 mile south-east), Small Heath (1 mile east), Deritend (1 mile north-west) and Birmingham (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Royal Sutton Coldfield (7 miles north), Erdington (4 miles north), Cape Hill (4 miles north-west), Streetly (8 miles north), Hawkesley (5 miles south-west) and Londonderry (5 miles west). Sparkbrook is among the bigger towns we cover in Birmingham.

Local landmarks in Sparkbrook

In Sparkbrook, that means homes near Marlborough Public House, Sparkhill Library and Christ Church Sparkbrook. Nearby too are Highgate Park (0.7 miles north-west), Ladypool Primary School (less than half a mile west), Holy Trinity Catholic School (0.5 miles north-east) and Birmingham Independent School of Performing Arts (0.5 miles west). For rail, the closest station is Small Heath station, roughly 0.5 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Bull Ring (1.5 miles north-west) and Moseley Hall Hospital (1.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Sparkbrook include Deer's Leap Wood and Edgbaston Pool.

  • Other local spots include Sparkbrook and Small Heath (less than half a mile north-west)
Map of Sparkbrook © OpenStreetMap contributors

The process

Your technician turns up when we said we would and checks the damage against your pictures first. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before we open a single tin. The work itself takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, and the room is left clean and tidy.

  1. We check the tray for movement first.
  2. We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
  3. We reinforce any crack and fill the damage.
  4. The repair is shaped, colour matched and finished.
  5. We leave it to cure, normally until the following day.

How to prepare

  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive

Getting a price

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed quote without visiting.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

Honest limits

To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:

  • Multiple cracks across the tray
  • Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before booking.

Materials we work on in Sparkbrook

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

Work for landlords and builders

We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details.

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.

Should you replace it?

Trays sit under the screen and tiles, so replacing one disturbs a lot around it. Repairing it avoids that disruption. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing typically costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Sparkbrook

  • Colour-matched on site
  • Typically one visit, start to finish
  • A fixed quote before you book
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job

Take a look at our full price list.

Common questions in Sparkbrook

Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?

We’d stop using it until it’s repaired, in case water is getting through.

How much does shower tray repair cost in Sparkbrook?

Prices start from £95. We give a fixed quote based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Usually, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.

Is there a call-out fee?

We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.

Do you redo the sealant?

Yes, if you’d like us to. After a repair is a good time to reseal.

How quickly can you book me in?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.

What information do you need?

Photos of the damage, a picture of the entire shower tray and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.

What happens if you find more damage?

Your quote covers the damage in the photos. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.

Looking after it afterwards

Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:

  • Do not use strong acids or bleach
  • Stick to gentle cleaners
  • Rinse the tray after each shower
  • Report any creaking or movement early

Wait the full curing time before you shower. After that, mild cleaners and good ventilation are all it needs.

A tray that moves underfoot needs looking at, before it cracks or gets worse.

Signs you need shower tray repair in Sparkbrook

A tired-looking tray is often the result of years of cleaning: abrasive pads, strong chemicals and limescale strip the surface finish.

Send us a picture if you notice any of these:

  • A crack across the base
  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • A dull, stained or worn surface
  • Chips on the edges

What your quote should include

  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long

Our hiring checklist

DIY repairs versus a professional job

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

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.

Repairs by material

Acrylic

Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.

Enamelled steel

Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Chips can rust if they’re left, so it’s worth repairing early.

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