Greater London · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Upper Ruxley, Greater London
Shower tray repair across Upper Ruxley and nearby, normally in one visit.
- Repairs from £95
- A dull, stained or worn surface
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
How we handle shower tray repair in Upper Ruxley
If the whole tray looks tired, we can resurface it, giving it a fresh, even finish. Our repair technicians work on cast iron, ceramic and enamelled steel, and people most often call us about a crack across the base and damage from a refit or building work.
We guarantee the work for a year. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Location
- Upper Ruxley (DA14)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Upper Ruxley
Prices start from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We look at:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Access to the area
- The material
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
How to get a fixed price
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Where you are, by postcode
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Details of any past repairs
- A wider photo showing the entire shower tray
Most clients in Upper Ruxley get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
DIY kit or professional repair?
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 fails, we can still put it right.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
FAQs for Upper Ruxley
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
When can you do it?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
Can you fix a cracked tray?
In most cases. A tray that moves needs its support sorting before the repair.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Can you resurface a whole tray?
Yes. A full resurface makes a tired tray look fresh.
Do the materials smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
Can you replace the silicone at the same time?
We can. After a repair is a good time to reseal.
What happens next?
You get a fixed price and available dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
What your shower tray is made of matters
Ceramic
Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. They chip and crack from impact, and we match the gloss when we repair them.
Enamelled steel
Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so it’s worth repairing early.
When a repair isn’t the answer
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
- Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
- Multiple cracks across the tray
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we work on in Upper Ruxley
- Stone resin
- Ceramic
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
- Enamelled steel
Repair or replace: which is better?
The tray is normally 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. A repair usually costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Upper Ruxley
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- No need to remove anything
- Same prices wherever you are
- Colour mixed on the day to match
Read our prices page.
About Upper Ruxley
Upper Ruxley is about 2 miles south-east of Sidcup, in Greater London. Wherever you are in the DA14 postcode area, we come to you. Our technicians cover 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 12 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: DA14. Streets in the area include Maidstone Road and Old Maidstone Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we cover Ruxley (1 mile north-west), Hockenden (1 mile south-east), Stonehill Green (1 mile east), Foots Cray (1 mile west) and North Cray (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover London (12 miles north-west), City of Westminster (15 miles north-west), Marylebone (14 miles north-west), St Pancras (14 miles north-west), Shoreditch (12 miles north-west) and Walthamstow (14 miles north-west).
Around Upper Ruxley
Our customers here include homes close to Hope Community School, Kemnal Technology College and Foots Cray Meadows and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Swanley station, about 1.7 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Queen Mary's Hospital (1.8 miles west) and Eynsford Castle (4.2 miles south-east). Open spaces near Upper Ruxley include The Warren and Summer Hill.
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Landlords, agents and businesses in Upper Ruxley
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Looking after it afterwards
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- Avoid strong descalers and bleach
- Do not ignore a tray that flexes
- Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
- Rinse away soap after showering
Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, gentle cleaning and good ventilation keep it in good shape.
A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, and over months that can rot the floor. Getting it repaired quickly is much cheaper than fixing a floor.
How it works
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will get on with it. Most visits take a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface.
- We protect the floor and the enclosure.
- 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 clean up and give you the curing time.
Before we arrive
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Clear the area around the damage
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
How to get a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures through our quote form or ring us. We’ll say immediately if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
