Lincolnshire · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Swarby, Lincolnshire
Shower tray repair across Swarby and nearby, typically in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Staining and dullness across the tray
- A tray that flexes
About our shower tray repair in Swarby
Stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays can all be repaired, and worn trays can be resurfaced completely. Nothing is taken out, so the enclosure and tiles are not disturbed. We regularly repair acrylic, ceramic and stone resin, and the jobs we see most are a tray that creaks or moves underfoot and damage around the waste.
You are covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Location
- Swarby (NG34)
- Area hub
- Lincolnshire
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- We check the tray for movement first.
- The damaged area is cleaned and opened up.
- We reinforce any crack and fill the damage.
- We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
- It’s left to cure, usually until the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
How to get a price
There’s no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
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Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed price. These are the things that affect it:
- What the surface is made of
- Doing more than one item at once
- The colour and finish to match
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Swarby. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Getting a price from pictures
Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Try to send:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Something in shot to show the size
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- What it’s made of, if you know
To get a price, send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We’ll say straight away whether it can be repaired.
Nearby places to Swarby
What else we do in Swarby
Swarby and the surrounding area
Swarby is about 3 miles south of Sleaford, in Lincolnshire. Book a date that suits you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. Swarby is one of 732 places in Lincolnshire we cover. Our jobs stretch from Swarby to Birmingham (69 miles away).
We cover every part of NG34 and the streets around it. Local streets include Back Lane, Swarby Road and Aunsby Road, and we cover them all. We also travel to Silk Willoughby (1 mile north), Osbournby (2 miles south-east), Greylees (2 miles north), Quarrington (2 miles north) and Sleaford (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Grantham (9 miles west), Bourne (13 miles south), Austerby (13 miles south), Pinchbeck (15 miles south-east), Spittlegate (9 miles south-west) and Gonerby Hill Foot (9 miles west).
What’s near Swarby
Around Swarby, we work in homes near Parish Church of St Mary and All Saints and the streets around them. Swarby’s nearest station is Rauceby station, about 2.3 miles north. A little further out are Sleaford Castle (3.3 miles north) and Rauceby Hospital (2.2 miles north).
DIY repairs versus a professional job
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.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
How to look after the repair
Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black
- Keep the bathroom well ventilated
- Stick to gentle cleaners
- Get a moving tray checked
Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, gentle cleaning and good ventilation keep it in good shape.
Act on split sealant early. It lets water behind the tray and can cause damage underneath.
What we can’t put right
We will not take on work that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
- Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
- A tray broken in more than one place
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.
Materials we repair
- Enamelled steel
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
- Ceramic
- Stone resin
Should you replace it?
The tray is usually the last thing fitted and the first thing tiled up to, so taking one out disturbs a lot. Repairing it avoids that disruption. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Swarby
- Everything repaired in place
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Normally one visit, start to finish
See our full price list.
Repairs by material
Ceramic
Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. They chip and crack from impact, and we match the gloss when we repair them.
Enamelled steel
Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.
Common questions in Swarby
Is there a guarantee?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?
Only if you are sure it is not leaking. Check the ceiling below for damp.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Are there extra charges for Swarby?
We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.
How long does it take to cure?
You’ll get the exact time when we finish, generally the next day.
Will there be a smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
Do you come to Swarby?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Swarby. Send pictures and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
What we are called out for in Swarby
Cracks often start at the waste, where the tray is cut and the fitting is tightened.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Scuffs and light scratches
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
- Chips on the edges
- A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
Before you book anyone
- Who turns up on the day
- What aftercare is recommended
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- What preparation is included
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
