Leicestershire · England

Shower Tray Repair in Thorpe Satchville

We travel to Thorpe Satchville for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips on the edges
  • A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair near Thorpe Satchville

Shower tray repair in Thorpe Satchville, done in place

A cracked or chipped shower tray doesn’t always need replacing. If it’s solid underneath, it can normally be repaired in place, which is far less work than a replacement. Our repair technicians work on cast iron, ceramic and enamelled steel, and people most frequently call us about edge chips from dropped bottles and snagging damage in a new bathroom.

You’re covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before booking.

Where
Thorpe Satchville (LE14)
Region
Leicestershire
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Signs you need shower tray repair in Thorpe Satchville

On timber floors, movement can crack a tray, particularly if it wasn’t fully bedded. On concrete, an uneven base is the usual cause.

Customers generally contact us about:

  • Chips on the edges
  • Chips caused during fitting
  • Damage around the waste
  • A tray that creaks or moves underfoot

Questions to ask before you book

  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • When it can be used again
  • How changes to the job are handled

10 questions to ask before booking

DIY kit or professional repair?

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.

How to look after the repair

Once the work has cured, treat it gently:

  • Avoid strong descalers and bleach
  • Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use
  • Use the extractor fan

Keep an eye on the sealant, and replace it when it splits or goes black.

Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water may be getting under the tray, where it causes damage you cannot see.

The process

When we visit, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job usually takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. We clean up when we are done and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
  2. Next we clean and prepare the tray.
  3. Chips and cracks are filled, reinforced and sanded level.
  4. We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
  5. Once cured, normally by the following day, you can use the shower.

How to prepare

  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Ensure the room can be ventilated

Get a quote

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job without visiting.

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When a repair isn’t the answer

Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:

  • A tray broken in more than one place
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
  • Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.

Materials we work on in Thorpe Satchville

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

What affects the price in Thorpe Satchville

Repairs from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Thorpe Satchville. What changes the price is:

  • The colour and finish to match
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • The material and finish
  • Doing more than one item at once

A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You will see the full price before you book, with no extras added later.

Getting a price from pictures

Phone pictures are fine, there’s no need for anything special. Just make sure we can see:

  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • A picture taken from further back
  • The material, if you know it
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare

Email us a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your LE14 postcode, and we will come back with a fixed quote.

Covering Thorpe Satchville

Thorpe Satchville is about 5 miles south of Melton Mowbray, in Leicestershire. Jobs in Thorpe Satchville are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. Thorpe Satchville is one of 287 places in Leicestershire where we work. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 44 miles away.

Jobs in LE14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Main Street, Church Lane and Salter's Hill Drive, all of which we cover. Other places close to Thorpe Satchville include Twyford (1 mile south), Barsby (2 miles west), Lowesby (3 miles south), South Croxton (3 miles west) and Cold Newton (4 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Loughborough (13 miles west), Wigston (11 miles south-west), Melton Mowbray (5 miles north), Syston (7 miles west), Shelthorpe (13 miles west) and Blaby (14 miles south-west).

Near you in Thorpe Satchville

In Thorpe Satchville, that means homes near Church of St Michael, among other places. The nearest railway station is Melton Mowbray station, about 4.5 miles north of the centre. A little further out are The Mount motte at Melton Mowbray (4.5 miles north). The countryside around Thorpe Satchville includes Ankle Hill.

Map of Thorpe Satchville © OpenStreetMap contributors

Common questions in Thorpe Satchville

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.

Are there extra charges for Thorpe Satchville?

Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.

Is it messy?

We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.

Can you replace the silicone at the same time?

Yes. Add it to your quote and we’ll do both on one visit.

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

Repairs from £95. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

Can landlords book you?

Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.

Is it OK to use a cracked tray?

We would stop using it until it’s repaired, in case water is getting through.

Do the materials smell?

Expect a mild smell while we’re working.

Different materials, different repairs

Acrylic

Acrylic trays are lighter and slightly flexible, so a firm base is essential. Cracks and scratches can be repaired.

Ceramic

Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. Impacts can chip or crack them, and the repair is polished to match the shine.

Repair or replace in Thorpe Satchville?

Trays sit under the screen and tiles, so replacing one disturbs a lot around it. A repair keeps everything as it is. Prices start from £95. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.

Why Thorpe Satchville clients choose us

  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • No extra charge for your area

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