Suffolk · England

Shower Tray Repair in Stowmarket

Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing in Stowmarket, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A tray that flexes
  • A cracked shower tray
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need shower tray repair in Stowmarket?

Aftercare tips

To keep it looking its best for years:

  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
  • Report any creaking or movement early
  • Ventilate the room after showers
  • Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black

Store heavy bottles on a shelf, not on the tray, to avoid chips.

Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water may be getting under the tray, where it causes damage you can’t see.

How we handle shower tray repair in Stowmarket

You do not always need a new tray. If it’s firmly supported, we can repair it where it is, which is far less work than a replacement. Whether it’s a dull, stained or worn surface and scratches from cleaning or grit, we can help.

All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Suffolk.

Area
Stowmarket (IP14, IP6)
Region
Suffolk
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Should I try a DIY kit first?

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:

  • Doing more than one item at once
  • The type of damage
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • How hard the colour is to match

Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we’ll give you the exact figure.

Getting a price from pictures

A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • A photo taken from further back
  • The material, if you know it
  • Natural light rather than flash

We price from photos 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.

Common problems we fix in Stowmarket

On timber floors, movement can crack a tray, particularly if it wasn’t fully bedded. On concrete, an uneven base is the usual cause.

These are the problems we are asked about most:

  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • A damaged area around the waste
  • A cracked shower tray

Questions to ask before you book

  • A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
  • How the colour is matched
  • Who turns up on the day
  • What happens if they find more damage

How to compare quotes

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Enamelled steel

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

Acrylic

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

Our work in Stowmarket

Stowmarket is about 12 miles north-west of Ipswich, in Suffolk. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Stowmarket is one of 731 towns and villages in Suffolk we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 67 miles away.

We work across the IP14 and IP6 postcode area and the streets around it. From Station Road West, Butter Market and Station Road East or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. With the A14 and A1308 close by, Stowmarket is easy for our repair technicians to reach. Nearby, we also work in Chilton (1 mile north-west), Combs Ford (1 mile south), Onehouse (2 miles west), Combs (2 miles south) and Little London (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Ipswich (12 miles south-east), Bury St Edmunds (13 miles west), Sudbury (15 miles south-west), Kesgrave (14 miles south-east), Woodbridge (15 miles south-east) and Hadleigh (10 miles south). Being one of Suffolk’s larger places, Stowmarket sees plenty of our work.

Near you in Stowmarket

Typical jobs here are in homes near Church Meadow, Abbot's Hall Community Primary School and Stowmarket High School, among other places. Other local landmarks include Church of St Peter and St Mary (within half a mile south-east) and The Queen's Head pub (less than half a mile south). Stowmarket has its own railway station: Stowmarket station. Further afield, we also cover the area around Combs Castle (1.5 miles south-west). Not far away are Comb's Wood and Bosmere.

Map of Stowmarket © OpenStreetMap contributors

Work for landlords and builders

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.

For anyone letting property in or around Stowmarket, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we’ll price them together.

When we’d advise against a repair

A repair isn’t right for every job, for example:

  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
  • A tray that moves underfoot

Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.

Materials we work on in Stowmarket

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

What happens on the day

You don’t need to empty the room. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we have agreed what we’re doing. Most jobs take a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and you can get on with other things while we are there.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
  3. The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
  4. We refinish the surface to match the tray.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.

Preparing for the visit

  • Open a window if you can
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift

Getting a price

A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the entire shower tray, include your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

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FAQs for Stowmarket

Is it messy?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.

What does shower tray repair cost?

Prices start from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

Do you hold any accreditations?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

Can a stained tray be refinished?

Yes. The whole tray can be resurfaced.

Can you fix a cracked tray?

Normally, as long as it doesn’t flex. The crack is reinforced, filled and refinished.

Will the price change on the day?

We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

How long does it take to cure?

Normally by the following day. We will tell you the exact time when we finish.

What happens once I’ve sent pictures?

You will get a fixed quote back, plus dates. You’re under no obligation.

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