Essex · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Stebbing, Essex

Damaged shower tray in Stebbing? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
  • Staining and dullness across the tray
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Stebbing homes

About our shower tray repair in Stebbing

In most cases, a damaged tray can be repaired where it is, from chipped edges to cracks across the floor of the tray. We match the colour and finish so the repair blends in. Common call-outs are for scratches in the surface and a damaged area around the waste, in stone resin, cast iron and ceramic.

Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Area
Stebbing (CM6)
County
Essex
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Should I try a DIY kit first?

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.

If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

Why repair rather than replace?

Trays sit under the screen and tiles, so replacing one disturbs a lot around it. A repair keeps everything as it is. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. A repair generally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Why us?

  • Same prices wherever you are
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor

See our pricing.

Work for landlords and builders

Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.

Common questions in Stebbing

How quickly can you book me in?

Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Typically, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.

How long does it take to cure?

Normally by the following day. We will confirm before we leave.

Will it make a mess?

Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we’ve finished.

What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

The price is fixed for what the pictures show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.

What information do you need?

Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

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

Are there extra charges for Stebbing?

There’s no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.

What we’re called out for in Stebbing

On timber floors, movement can crack a tray, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On solid floors, cracks generally point to an uneven base.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • A damaged area around the waste
  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • Cracks running from the waste
  • Movement when you stand on it

Questions to ask before booking

  • How soon you can use it again
  • What preparation is included
  • How your room will be protected
  • Who will actually do the work

Choosing a repair company

What shower tray repair costs

Repairs from £95. We give every job a fixed quote from pictures. This is what makes a difference:

  • How much damage there is
  • What the surface is made of
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

How to get a fixed price

Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • The material, if you know it
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before

We price from pictures so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.

What happens on the day

A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, do the job and clear up. Plan for a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and how to care for it.

  1. We make sure the tray does not flex and look for the cause of any crack.
  2. The damaged area, or the whole tray, is cleaned and prepared.
  3. We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
  4. We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the entire tray.
  5. We leave it to cure; the shower is generally usable the following day.

How to prepare

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Make sure the room can be ventilated
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area

Ask for a price

Upload pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, with your CM6 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.

Get a fixed price

Advice

What a repair can’t fix

Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair will not do:

  • Trays cracked in several places
  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
  • Plumbing leaks under the tray

Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.

Materials we repair

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

Where we work around Stebbing

Stebbing is about 6 miles west of Braintree, in Essex. Whether you are in the middle of Stebbing or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Stebbing is one of 644 towns and villages in Essex we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 35 miles away.

Jobs in CM6 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Jobs here include addresses on High Street, Ploughmans Way and Mount Fields. If you’re just outside Stebbing, we cover Brookstreet (2 miles south), Little Dunmow (2 miles south), Blake End (3 miles south-east), Felsted (3 miles south) and Watch House Green (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (11 miles south), Braintree (6 miles east), Harlow (15 miles south-west), Witham (12 miles south-east), Saffron Walden (11 miles north-west) and Halstead (10 miles east).

Near you in Stebbing

Typical jobs here are in homes near White Hart pub, United Reformed Church and Putteridge High School and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Little Easton Moat (3.5 miles west) and Braintree Community Hospital (5.5 miles east).

Map of Stebbing © OpenStreetMap contributors

What your shower tray is made of matters

Enamelled steel

Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Chips can rust if they’re left, so it’s worth repairing early.

Ceramic

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

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