Essex · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Sutton, Essex

Our technicians come to Sutton for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need shower tray repair in Sutton?

Work for landlords and builders

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

Shower tray repair in Sutton, done in place

Every crack has a cause, and we find it first. A tray that moves needs its support sorting first, so the repair lasts. We regularly repair cast iron, enamelled steel and ceramic, and people most often call us about scuffs and light scratches and chips on the edges.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will come back.

Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after
Where
Sutton (SS4, SS2)
County
Essex
Guarantee
One year on every repair
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Repair or replace in Sutton?

A new shower tray frequently means a new enclosure fitting, new tiling and new sealant. A repair leaves all of that untouched. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Sutton

  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Fixed prices from your pictures

Take a look at our prices page.

When to call us in Sutton

Dull and stained trays are generally down to cleaning: limescale, harsh chemicals and abrasive pads wear the finish away.

People typically call us after spotting something like this:

  • Staining and dullness across the tray
  • Chipped corners or rims
  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • Damage around the waste

Comparing quotes

  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • How to care for the finish
  • Who will actually do the work
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT

10 questions to ask before you book

Aftercare tips

Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:

  • Keep the bathroom well ventilated
  • Rinse away soap after showering
  • Do not use strong acids or bleach
  • Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth

Rinse the tray after use, use mild, non-abrasive cleaners, and keep the sealant in good condition so water can’t get underneath.

Every shower forces a little water into a crack, which can damage the floor over time. An early repair is far cheaper than floor repairs.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are rigid and slim. They need a flat, solid base, and repairs are matched to the gel coat.

Enamelled steel

Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Chips can rust if they’re left, so early repairs help.

Your questions about shower tray repair in Sutton

Can a stained tray be refinished?

Yes, it’s a common job. A full resurface makes a tired tray look fresh.

How do I get a price for shower tray repair in Sutton?

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

What information do you need?

A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.

Do you cover the whole of Essex?

We work UK-wide, so Sutton is covered. Prices do not change with location.

Is there a call-out fee?

No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.

Can you price it without visiting?

Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.

What happens if you find more damage?

We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

Will there be a smell?

There may be a mild smell during the work.

What a repair can’t fix

A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:

  • Leaking waste fittings
  • Trays cracked in several places
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported

Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.

Materials we repair

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

What happens on the day

We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and we start. Allow a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and we’ll tell you if anything changes.

  1. First we check the tray is solid and work out why any crack happened.
  2. We clean and prepare the damaged area or the whole tray.
  3. We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
  4. We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the whole tray.
  5. We leave it to cure; the shower is usually usable the following day.

Preparing for the visit

  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day

Ask for a price

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

Get a fixed price

Related advice

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £95. Prices are worked out job by job. The main factors are:

  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • How many areas need work
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • How hard the colour is to match

Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.

How to get a fixed quote

Phone pictures are fine, there is no need for anything special. Ensure they show:

  • The material, if you know it
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Covering Sutton

Sutton is about 2 miles south-east of Rochford, in Essex. We visit homes and businesses in Sutton and nearby villages, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. Sutton is one of 644 places in Essex we cover. We work right across the region, from Sutton to London (about 35 miles away).

All of SS4 and SS2 is within our area. Whether you live on Shopland Road, Fleethall Road and Brook Close or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Other places close to Sutton include Prittlewell (2 miles south-west), Great Stambridge (2 miles north-east), Stonebridge (2 miles east), Southchurch (2 miles south) and Barling (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Chelmsford (15 miles north-west), Basildon (11 miles west), Maldon (11 miles north), Canvey Island (7 miles south-west), Billericay (13 miles west) and Rayleigh (5 miles west).

Near you in Sutton

Our clients here include homes close to Garon Park, Horse and Groom pub and Cecil Jones College, among other places. You’ll also find Stambridge Primary School (1.1 miles north-east) and Church of All Saints (within half a mile south-east). For rail, the closest station is Southend Airport station, about 0.7 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Southend University Hospital (1.9 miles south-west) and Rayleigh Windmill Museum (1 mile north-west). The countryside around Sutton includes Lion Creek and Lower Raypits.

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