Suffolk · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Thorpe Morieux, Suffolk

We travel to Thorpe Morieux for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
  • Chips on the edges
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted shower tray repair in Thorpe Morieux

About our shower tray repair in Thorpe Morieux

Every crack has a cause, and we find it first. If the tray moves, the support is fixed or flagged before we repair it, so the crack does not come back. We regularly repair ceramic, cast iron and stone resin, and people most frequently call us about chips caused during fitting and chips or cracks by the plughole.

A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you’re covered after the visit.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Where
Thorpe Morieux (IP30)
County
Suffolk
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

What affects the price in Thorpe Morieux

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

  • How many items we do on one visit
  • The material and finish
  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it.

Getting a price from pictures

When you take your photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • A wider photo showing the entire shower tray

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job.

Your questions about shower tray repair in Thorpe Morieux

How do I book?

Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787.

Can you repair several things at once?

Of course, and it generally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Usually, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

When can you do it?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send pictures with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Yes, we often do. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.

Can I keep using a cracked tray?

Only if you’re sure it isn’t leaking. Check the ceiling below for damp.

When can I use the shower again?

We’ll give you the curing time on the day, generally the day after.

How the visit works

It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. If anything looks different from your pictures, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.

  1. We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
  2. Next we clean and prepare the tray.
  3. We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
  4. The repair is colour-matched, or the entire tray gets a new finish.
  5. The tray is left to cure and can generally be used the day after.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Open a window if you can
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
  • Ensure the area is dry

Ask for a price

To get a price, send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We will say straight away if a repair is the right fix.

Get a fixed price

Related advice

Honest limits

Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits too:

  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
  • Multiple cracks across the tray

Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.

Surfaces we repair

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

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are heavy and rigid with a gel-coat finish. Poor support underneath leads to cracks, and chips are filled and matched to the surface.

Ceramic

Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. They chip and crack from impact, and we match the gloss when we repair them.

How to look after the repair

To keep it looking its best:

  • Ventilate the room after showers
  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
  • Replace failing sealant promptly
  • Rinse the tray after each shower

Keep an eye on the sealant, and reseal when it starts to fail.

Act on split sealant early. It lets water behind the tray and can cause damage underneath.

Our work in Thorpe Morieux

Thorpe Morieux is about 7 miles south-west of Stowmarket, in Suffolk. We visit homes and businesses in Thorpe Morieux and the surrounding area, so there’s no workshop to go to. Thorpe Morieux is one of 731 places in Suffolk we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 60 miles away.

Here we cover the IP30 postcode area. If you’re just outside Thorpe Morieux, we cover Almshouse Green (1 mile west), Brettenham (1 mile east), Colchester Green (2 miles north-west), Preston St Mary (2 miles south) and Great Green (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Ipswich (15 miles south-east), Bury St Edmunds (9 miles north-west), Sudbury (8 miles south-west), Stowmarket (7 miles north-east), Hadleigh (9 miles south-east) and Stoke (15 miles south-east).

Landmarks near Thorpe Morieux

Our customers here include homes close to Centre Academy East Anglia, The Bull Inn and Church of St Mary the Virgin. Nearby you will also find Cockfield Tower (2.6 miles west). For a walk, there’s Bull's Wood.

Map of Thorpe Morieux © OpenStreetMap contributors

Can I fix it myself?

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.

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. 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.

Why repair rather than replace?

The tray is typically the last thing fitted and the first thing tiled up to, so taking one out disturbs a lot. Repairing it avoids that disruption. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Thorpe Morieux. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Thorpe Morieux

  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • A fixed quote before you book

Take a look at our pricing.

What we are called out for in Thorpe Morieux

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

Common reasons people in Thorpe Morieux contact us include:

  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • Chipped corners or rims
  • Damage around the waste
  • A cracked shower tray

Questions to ask before booking

  • How to care for the finish
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • Whether a trained technician does the job

10 questions to ask before booking

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