Derbyshire · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Sudbury, Derbyshire
Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing for homes and businesses in Sudbury and across Derbyshire. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips caused during fitting
- A tray that flexes
Shower tray repair in Sudbury, done in place
If the entire tray looks tired, we can resurface it, for a clean, uniform finish. We regularly repair ceramic, stone resin and enamelled steel, and people most frequently call us about snagging damage in a new bathroom and chips or cracks by the plughole.
All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Sudbury (DE6)
- Area hub
- Derbyshire
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
How to look after the repair
Nothing complicated is needed:
- Store bottles off the tray
- Use the extractor fan
- Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
- Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off the tray. A soft cloth and washing-up liquid do the job.
Act on split sealant early. Water gets behind and under the tray and can cause damage underneath.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Sudbury. What changes the price is:
- Access to the area
- The material and finish
- How many items we do on one visit
- How hard the colour is to match
Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
How to get a fixed quote
You can take the photos on your phone, there is no need for anything special. Just make sure we can see:
- Something in shot to show the size
- A wider photo showing the whole shower tray
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Details of any past repairs
For a price in Sudbury, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
FAQs for Sudbury
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Usually, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Can a stained tray be refinished?
Yes, it’s a common job. A full resurface makes a tired tray look fresh.
Do you redo the sealant?
Yes. Add it to your quote and we’ll do both on one visit.
Are there extra charges for Sudbury?
We don’t add a call-out fee. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
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.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
How soon can you come?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Where we work around Sudbury
Sudbury is about 5 miles east of Uttoxeter, in Derbyshire. Whether you’re in the middle of Sudbury or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Sudbury is one of 532 towns and villages in Derbyshire we cover. Our jobs stretch from Sudbury to Birmingham (about 29 miles away).
Here we cover the DE6 postcode area. You will find streets such as Main Road and School Lane. We also travel to Oaks Green (1 mile north), Aston (1 mile east), Derbyshire Dales (1 mile east), Aston Heath (1 mile east) and West Broughton (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Swadlincote (11 miles south-east), Ashbourne (9 miles north), Woodville (13 miles south-east), Upper Midway (11 miles south-east), Hilton (6 miles east) and Midway (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Sudbury
Our clients here include homes close to Sudbury Park, Church of All Saints and The Boars Head pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Tutbury & Hatton station, about 3.8 miles south-east. Further afield, we also cover the area around National Trust Museum of Childhood (less than half a mile south) and Tutbury Castle (3.6 miles south-east).
Why repair rather than replace?
The tray is normally the last thing fitted and the first thing tiled up to, so taking one out disturbs a lot. A repair keeps everything as it is. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Sudbury
- No need to remove anything
- One visit for most repairs
- We leave the room as we found it
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
Take a look at our full price list.
What happens on the day
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and start once you’re happy with the plan. It typically takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- We ensure the tray doesn’t flex and look for the cause of any crack.
- We clean and prepare the damaged area or the whole tray.
- We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
- We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the whole tray.
- We leave it to cure; the shower is typically usable the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Get a quote
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and businesses in Sudbury
Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, photos and access details and we’ll arrange it.
Places near Sudbury
What else we do in Sudbury
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.
Acrylic
Acrylic trays are lighter and slightly flexible, so a firm base is essential. Cracks and scratches can be repaired.
What we cannot put right
A repair is not always the answer, and we will tell you before we start. Repairs will not solve:
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
- Trays cracked in several places
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we repair
- Ceramic
- Acrylic
- Cast iron
- Stone resin
- Enamelled steel
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
