Middlesbrough · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Tunstall, Middlesbrough

Our technicians come to Tunstall for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Edge chips from dropped bottles
  • Damage around the waste
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Tunstall homes

Shower tray repair at your home in Tunstall

If the whole tray looks tired, we can resurface it, giving it a fresh, even finish without removing the screen or tiles. Typical jobs include a dull, stained or worn surface and damage around the waste, across cast iron, ceramic and enamelled steel.

All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Middlesbrough.

Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after
Location
Tunstall (TS7)
Area hub
Middlesbrough
Cover
One year on every repair
Quote
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

When we would advise against a repair

We’d rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:

  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray

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

Materials we repair

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

Do you need shower tray repair in Tunstall?

Cracks often start at the waste, because that is where the tray is weakest and the fitting puts pressure on it.

The things customers generally mention when they call are:

  • Movement when you stand on it
  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • A cracked shower tray

What to look for in a quote

  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • Whether they match the colour on site

10 questions to ask before you book

Tunstall questions

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We will tell you when the room can be used again.

Is there any odour?

It depends on the job, but often a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help.

Are there extra charges for Tunstall?

There is no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.

Is a cracked tray repairable?

Generally, as long as it doesn’t flex. We reinforce the crack, fill it and refinish the surface.

Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?

In most cases. The old repair comes out first.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Typically, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Do I need to be at home?

We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.

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

Prices start from £95. We give a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.

How to look after the repair

Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts:

  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use
  • Replace failing sealant promptly
  • Stick to gentle cleaners
  • Do not use strong acids or bleach

Store heavy bottles on a shelf, not on the tray, to avoid chips.

A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, which can damage the floor over time. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.

What we do, step by step

Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface for most jobs. The room is left tidy and you will know when it can be used.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
  3. The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
  4. We refinish the surface to match the tray.
  5. We tidy up and tell you when you can shower.

How to prepare

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Clear the area around the damage

Ask for a price

Email us photos of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Tunstall, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.

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Should I try a DIY kit first?

If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.

Repairs by material

Ceramic

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

Acrylic

Acrylic trays are lighter and slightly flexible, so good support matters. Cracks and scratches can be repaired.

Repair or replace in Tunstall?

A new tray can be cheap, but fitting it isn’t: removing the screen, breaking out tiles, relaying the base and re-tiling. Repairing it takes one visit. Prices start from £95. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Tunstall

  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • Same prices wherever you are
  • Colour mixed on the day to match
  • Fixed prices from your pictures

Take a look at our pricing.

About Tunstall

Tunstall is about 4 miles south of Middlesbrough, in Middlesbrough. We travel to clients in Tunstall, so nothing has to leave your home. Our repair technicians cover all 33 towns and villages in Middlesbrough, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 38 miles away.

Jobs in TS7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Tunstall: Nunthorpe (2 miles north), Newton under Roseberry (3 miles east), Ormesby (3 miles north), Park End (4 miles north) and Netherfields (4 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Middlesbrough (4 miles north), Berwick Hills (4 miles north), Whale Hill (5 miles north-east), Normanby (4 miles north), Brookfield (3 miles north-west) and Marton Grove (4 miles north).

Landmarks near Tunstall

In Tunstall, that means homes near The King's Academy. The nearest railway station is Nunthorpe station, roughly 2 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Castle Hill (2.2 miles south) and James Cook University Hospital (3.7 miles north). For a walk, there’s Roseberry Topping.

  • Other local spots include Cleveland (1.7 miles north)
Map of Tunstall © OpenStreetMap contributors

What affects the price in Tunstall

Repairs from £95. We price every job individually. What matters most is:

  • The material and finish
  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • What kind of damage it is

What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.

Send photos for a quote

Two or three clear pictures are usually enough. Try to include:

  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • A wider photo showing the entire shower tray
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size

No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.

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