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Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Swarkestone, Derbyshire

Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing for homes and businesses in Swarkestone and across Derbyshire. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A crack across the base
  • Chipped corners or rims
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted shower tray repair in Swarkestone

What happens on the day

On the day, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job normally takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. We clean up when we’re done and tell you when it’s ready to use.

  1. First, we check whether the tray moves.
  2. We clean the damage and open it up so the repair can bond.
  3. We reinforce any crack and fill the damage.
  4. The repair is shaped, colour-matched and finished.
  5. It’s left to cure, normally until the next day.

Preparing for the visit

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area

Getting a price

For a price in Swarkestone, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

Get a fixed price

Related advice

Shower tray repair at your home in Swarkestone

We check the tray before repairing it: if it flexes underfoot, the cause needs sorting before any repair, otherwise any crack returns. We’ll tell you if that’s the case. If you’re dealing with a damaged area around the waste and scratches from cleaning or grit, we can generally put it right, on acrylic, cast iron and stone resin alike.

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

Location
Swarkestone (DE73)
Region
Derbyshire
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish

When we’d advise against a repair

Not everything can be repaired, and we’ll tell you before we start. Repairs will not solve:

  • Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
  • Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
  • Leaking waste fittings

If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.

Materials we repair

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

Repairs by material

Stone resin

Stone resin is a dense, rigid material with a smooth gel coat. Poor support underneath leads to cracks, and chips are filled and matched to the surface.

Acrylic

Acrylic trays are lighter and slightly flexible, so good support matters. We repair cracks and scratches.

Questions from Swarkestone

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

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

Is repairing better than replacing?

Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

How soon can you come?

That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.

What information do you need?

Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.

Are there extra charges for Swarkestone?

We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.

Do you work in Swarkestone?

Yes. We work across the UK and come to Swarkestone. Send photos and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Derbyshire.

Does someone need to be in?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.

Aftercare tips

So the finish stays in good condition:

  • Get a moving tray checked
  • Rinse away soap after showering
  • Don’t use strong acids or bleach
  • Keep the bathroom well ventilated

Wait the full curing time before you shower. After that, mild cleaners and good ventilation are all it needs.

Failed sealant around a tray should be replaced quickly. Water gets behind and under the tray and can damage the floor below.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.

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.

Do you need shower tray repair in Swarkestone?

A tired-looking tray is frequently the result of years of cleaning: abrasive pads, strong chemicals and limescale strip the surface finish.

If you can see any of these, send us a photo:

  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • Staining and dullness across the tray
  • A damaged area around the waste
  • A tray that creaks or moves underfoot

Before you book anyone

  • What prep work is covered
  • How your room will be protected
  • If travel is included in the price
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers

Choosing a repair company

What affects the price in Swarkestone

Repairs from £95. You will know the full cost before booking. We look at:

  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • How much damage there is
  • The colour and finish to match
  • Doing more than one item at once

Set against the cost of replacement, repairing normally costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Send pictures for a quote

Before you send photos, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • A wider photo showing the entire shower tray
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll say right away whether it can be repaired.

Where we work around Swarkestone

Swarkestone is about 4 miles south of Derby, in Derbyshire. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Swarkestone is one of 532 towns and villages in Derbyshire we cover. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 32 miles away.

We work across the DE73 postcode area. Whether you live on Barrow Lane and Woodshop Lane or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Nearby, we also work in Barrow upon Trent (1 mile west), Stanton by Bridge (1 mile south-east), Chellaston (1 mile north-east), Shelton Lock (2 miles north) and Allenton (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Swadlincote (7 miles south-west), Ilkeston (10 miles north-east), Long Eaton (8 miles east), Belper (12 miles north), Heanor (12 miles north) and Ripley (14 miles north).

Local landmarks in Swarkestone

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Chellaston Academy, Crewe And Harpur Arms and Sale and Davys Church of England Primary School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Peartree station, roughly 3.1 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Melbourne Castle (2.6 miles south-east) and National Sikh Heritage Centre & Holocaust Museum (3.4 miles north).

Map of Swarkestone © OpenStreetMap contributors

Should you replace it?

When the tray is firm and dry underneath, repair is the obvious choice. If water has damaged the floor, or the tray is cracked in several places, a new tray may be better. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. A repair normally costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.

Why Swarkestone clients choose us

  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • Everything repaired in place
  • Colour mixed on the day to match

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