Sunderland · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Sunniside, Sunderland

Local shower tray repair for Sunniside: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair near Sunniside

Looking after it afterwards

Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:

  • Don’t use strong acids or bleach
  • Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
  • Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
  • Don’t ignore a tray that flexes

Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off the tray. A soft cloth and washing-up liquid do the job.

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

How we handle shower tray repair in Sunniside

In most cases, a damaged tray can be repaired where it is, from a chip by the waste to a crack across the base. We match the colour and finish. Our repair technicians work on acrylic, cast iron and enamelled steel, and people most frequently call us about a cracked shower tray and scuffs and light scratches.

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

Where
Sunniside (SR1, SR2, SR5)
Region
Sunderland
Cover
One year on every repair
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

What a repair can’t fix

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

  • Plumbing leaks under the tray
  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported

If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.

Materials we repair

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

Signs you need shower tray repair in Sunniside

Trays fitted on timber floors can crack if the floor moves, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On concrete, an uneven base is the usual cause.

Look out for any of the following:

  • Damage from a refit or building work
  • Damage around the waste
  • Chips on the edges
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit

What your quote should include

  • What preparation is included
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • How changes to the job are handled

Choosing a repair company

DIY repairs versus a professional job

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.

What shower tray repair costs

Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Sunniside. The price reflects:

  • Access to the area
  • The material and finish
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Sunniside. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Send photos for a quote

Two or three clear photos are typically enough. It helps if you send:

  • One picture of the entire shower tray
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates

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

Covering Sunniside

Sunniside is about 1 mile north-east of Sunderland, in Sunderland. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Sunniside is one of 75 towns and villages in Sunderland where we work. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 12 miles away.

Here we cover the SR1, SR2 and SR5 postcode area. Whether you live on Park Lane, Park Road and Press Lane or a nearby road, we can come to you. Sunniside is on the A1018, so it’s easy for us to reach. Other places close to Sunniside include Bishopwearmouth (1 mile west), Hendon (1 mile south-east), Fulwell (1 mile north), Seaburn (2 miles north) and Seaburn Dene (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Washington (6 miles west), Houghton-le-Spring (6 miles south-west), Hetton-le-Hole (7 miles south-west), New Silksworth (3 miles south-west), Hylton Castle (3 miles north-west) and Pennywell (3 miles west). As one of the bigger places in Sunderland, Sunniside sees plenty of our work.

Local landmarks in Sunniside

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Bethesda Free Church, Mowbray Park and Argyle House School, among other places. You will also find The Londonderry Public House (less than half a mile west), Hudson Road Primary School (under half a mile south-east) and St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy (0.7 miles south-west). There is a railway station in Sunniside itself: Sunderland station. Well-known places in the area include Sunderland Maritime Heritage (under half a mile north-east) and Sunderland Eye Infirmary (1.2 miles south). The countryside around Sunniside includes Cleadon Hills and WWT Washington.

Map of Sunniside © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we do, step by step

We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. Once we’re there, the work takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray in most cases. We leave the room clean and ready to use once it has cured.

  1. We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
  2. We clean and prepare the damaged area or the whole tray.
  3. Chips and cracks are filled, reinforced and sanded level.
  4. We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the entire tray.
  5. Once cured, usually by the next day, you can use the shower.

Preparing for the visit

  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat

How to get a price

For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.

Get a fixed quote

Related advice

Work for landlords and builders

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we will arrange it.

Different materials, different repairs

Acrylic

Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so a firm base is essential. We repair cracks and scratches.

Ceramic

Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.

Sunniside questions

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

Most of the time. Let us know what was used before.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

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

Is a repair better than a new one?

Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we’ll tell you.

How soon can you come?

That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.

How long does it take to cure?

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

Can tenants book a repair?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Of course, and it usually saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and we’ll quote them together.

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