Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Thornhill, Dumfries and Galloway
Shower tray repair in and around Thornhill: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Movement when you stand on it
- A cracked shower tray
Shower tray repair at your home in Thornhill
The first thing we do is check the tray: if it flexes underfoot, the cause needs sorting before any repair, or the crack will come back. We will explain what we find. If you are dealing with damage around the waste and a crack across the base, we can help, whatever the material.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you’re not left on your own once we have gone.
- Where
- Thornhill (DG3)
- Region
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Thornhill questions
Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?
Only if you’re sure it is not leaking. Look for damp or stains below.
Can a stained tray be refinished?
Yes, it’s a common job. A full resurface makes a tired tray look fresh.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Do you redo the sealant?
We can. It’s a good time to replace old sealant.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
Your quote covers the damage in the photos. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
How quickly can you book me in?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Where we work around Thornhill
Thornhill is about 13 miles north-west of Dumfries, in Dumfries and Galloway. Our technicians come to clients in Thornhill and nearby villages, so there is no workshop to go to. Thornhill is one of 138 towns and villages in Dumfries and Galloway we cover. Our nearest city page is Glasgow, about 47 miles away.
Our technicians cover all of the DG3 postcode area and the streets around it. Jobs here include addresses on Drumlanrig Street, West Morton Street and St Cuthbert's Walk. If you are just outside Thornhill, we cover Keir Mill (2 miles south-west), Carronbridge (2 miles north), Penpont (2 miles west), Closeburn (2 miles south-east) and Wallaceton (5 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Dumfries (13 miles south-east), Moffat (14 miles north-east), Heathhall (13 miles south-east), Newbridge Drive (12 miles south-east), Lochmaben (15 miles south-east) and Troqueer (14 miles south-east).
What’s near Thornhill
Around Thornhill, we work in homes near Thornhill and Wallace Hall Academy. Further afield, we also cover the area around Morton Castle (2.5 miles north) and Thornhill Hospital (within half a mile south). Open spaces near Thornhill include Bellstane Loch.
Aftercare tips
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Use the extractor fan
- Replace failing sealant promptly
- Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
- Get a moving tray checked
Check the silicone around the tray every few months, and reseal when it starts to fail.
A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, which can damage the floor over time. An early repair is far cheaper than floor repairs.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.
How it works
We turn up at the time we agreed with you, introduces themselves and checks the damage against your photos first. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before we open a single tin. Most visits take a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, and the room is left clean and tidy.
- The surrounding area is sheeted and masked.
- Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
- The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
- We refinish the surface to match the tray.
- We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.
Before we arrive
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Have a window or extractor fan available
How to get a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and businesses in Thornhill
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Letting agents often 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.
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Stone resin
Stone resin trays are heavy and rigid with a gel-coat finish. They crack if the base is not fully supported, and chips are filled and matched to the surface.
What we’re called out for in Thornhill
Trays fitted on timber floors can crack if the floor moves, particularly if it wasn’t fully bedded. On concrete, an uneven base is the usual cause.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- Staining and dullness across the tray
- A cracked shower tray
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
- Chips caused during fitting
Before you book anyone
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
How we price shower tray repair
Repairs from £95. Prices are worked out job by job, from your pictures. The main factors are:
- How many items we do on one visit
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
Compared with replacing, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Getting a price from pictures
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- A wider photo showing the entire shower tray
- Any details about the material
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole shower tray, add your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Also near Thornhill
Also in Thornhill
Repairing versus replacing in Thornhill
A new tray can be cheap, but fitting it is not: taking out the enclosure, tiling and resealing. Repairing it takes one visit. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Thornhill
- Typically one visit, start to finish
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
See our pricing.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
