Essex · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Tolleshunt D'Arcy, Essex
Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing for householders, landlords and businesses in Tolleshunt D'Arcy. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.
- Repairs from £95
- Damage around the waste
- Scratches from cleaning or grit
Shower tray repair in Tolleshunt D'Arcy without replacing anything
The first thing we do is check the tray: a tray that moves needs its support sorted first, otherwise any crack returns. We will explain what we find. We work on stone resin, acrylic and ceramic, and common reasons people contact us are scratches in the surface and a tray that looks tired however much you clean it.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Tolleshunt D'Arcy (CM9)
- Region
- Essex
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
When a repair is not the answer
We’d rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
- Multiple cracks across the tray
- Leaking waste fittings
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we repair
- Ceramic
- Cast iron
- Stone resin
- Enamelled steel
- Acrylic
How the visit works
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. It usually takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, and you can get on with other things while we are there.
- We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
- Next we clean and prepare the tray.
- We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
- We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the entire tray.
- We leave it to cure; the shower is typically usable the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Ask for a price
You do not need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Advice
Questions from Tolleshunt D'Arcy
Can you make an old tray look new?
Yes. We can resurface the entire tray for a fresh finish without removing it.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Most of the time. Let us know what was used before and we’ll plan for it.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Which areas do you work in?
Everywhere in the UK, Tolleshunt D'Arcy included. Travel is included in the price.
Will there be a smell?
Expect a mild smell while we are working, which fades afterwards.
What happens next?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Can I fix it myself?
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. 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.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so early repairs help.
Acrylic
Acrylic trays are lighter and slightly flexible, so a firm base is essential. We repair cracks and scratches.
What shower tray repair costs
Prices start from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Tolleshunt D'Arcy. What changes the price is:
- The type of damage
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The material and finish
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Send photos for a quote
Before you send photos, a few simple things make all the difference:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
Email us photos of the damage and one of the whole item, with your CM9 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Aftercare tips
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts:
- Do not use strong acids or bleach
- Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
- Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
- Get a moving tray checked
Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off the tray. A soft cloth and washing-up liquid do the job.
A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, and over months that can rot the floor. An early repair is far cheaper than floor repairs.
What we’re called out for in Tolleshunt D'Arcy
Trays fitted on timber floors can crack if the floor moves, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On solid floors, cracks usually point to an uneven base.
Most people contact us when they notice one of these:
- Scratches from cleaning or grit
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
- A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How changes to the job are handled
- Who turns up on the day
- How long it needs to cure
Tolleshunt D'Arcy and nearby
Tolleshunt D'Arcy is about 6 miles north-east of Maldon, in Essex. Wherever you are in the CM9 postcode area, a technician comes to you. Tolleshunt D'Arcy is one of 644 places in Essex where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 43 miles away.
We cover every part of CM9. From Station Road, South Street and North Street or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Close by, we cover Oxley Green (2 miles north-west), Tolleshunt Major (2 miles west), Tolleshunt Knights (2 miles north-west), Little Totham (2 miles west) and Goldhanger (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (9 miles north-east), Chelmsford (13 miles west), Braintree (13 miles north-west), Clacton-on-Sea (15 miles east), Maldon (6 miles south-west) and Rayleigh (15 miles south-west).
Around Tolleshunt D'Arcy
Typical jobs here are in homes near Church of St Nicholas, Tolleshunt D'Arcy St Nicholas CofE VA Primary School and Queen's Head pub and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Maldon & District Agricultural & Domestic Museum (2.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Oxley Meadow.
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Repair or replace in Tolleshunt D'Arcy?
A new shower tray frequently means a new enclosure fitting, new tiling and new sealant. A repair leaves all of that untouched and costs far less. Prices start from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You will see the full price before you book.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Tolleshunt D'Arcy
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
See our prices page.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
