Essex · England
Shower Tray Repair in Wakes Colne
Damaged shower tray in Wakes Colne? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- A crack across the base
- Scratches in the surface
Shower tray repair in Wakes Colne, done in place
Most tray damage can be repaired in place, from chipped edges to cracks across the floor of the tray. The colour and finish are matched. If you’re dealing with a damaged area around the waste and movement when you stand on it, we can help, on stone resin, ceramic and enamelled steel alike.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Location
- Wakes Colne (CO6)
- Region
- Essex
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you’re 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.
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 photos, as it can add time.
How the visit works
There is not much you need to do on the day. Let us in and show us the room, and we will take it from there. Most visits take a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, tidy-up included.
- We check the tray for movement first.
- The damaged area is cleaned and opened up.
- Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
- We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
- We leave it to cure, normally until the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Open a window if you can
- Let us know which floor the room is on
Get a quote
If you are in Wakes Colne and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Advice
Signs you need shower tray repair in Wakes Colne
The waste is a common starting point for cracks, because that’s where the tray is weakest and the fitting puts pressure on it.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Scratches in the surface
- Edge chips from dropped bottles
- A crack across the base
- Chips caused during fitting
Comparing quotes
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- What aftercare is recommended
- How long it needs to cure
Keeping it looking good
It’s all simple stuff:
- Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
- Do not ignore a tray that flexes
- Use the extractor fan
- Do not use strong acids or bleach
Check the silicone around the tray every few months, and reseal when it starts to fail.
A tray that moves underfoot needs looking at, before it cracks or gets worse.
What a repair can’t fix
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, for example:
- Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
- A tray broken in more than one place
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Wakes Colne
- Enamelled steel
- Ceramic
- Stone resin
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
Common questions in Wakes Colne
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we have finished.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we will tell you.
Is it OK to use a cracked tray?
Not until you know the crack isn’t letting water through. Look for damp or stains below.
What happens next?
You will get a fixed quote back, plus dates. You are under no obligation.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Usually, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Do you come to Wakes Colne?
Yes. We cover the whole UK and travel to Wakes Colne. Send photos and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
When can I use the shower again?
Normally the day after. We’ll confirm before we leave.
Also near Wakes Colne
Other services in Wakes Colne
Repair or replace: which is better?
When the tray is firm and dry underneath, repair is the obvious choice. If the floor is damaged or the tray is badly cracked, replacement may make more sense. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Wakes Colne
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- One visit for most repairs
- We leave the room as we found it
- Nothing taken out or refitted
See our prices page.
About Wakes Colne
Wakes Colne is about 5 miles east of Halstead, in Essex. Customers in Wakes Colne get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. Wakes Colne is one of 644 places in Essex we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 47 miles away.
Here we cover the CO6 postcode area. You will find streets such as Station Road, The Street and Colchester Road. Main roads around Wakes Colne include the A1124, so getting to you is simple. Close by, we cover Chappel (1 mile south), Rose Green (1 mile south-east), Swan Street (1 mile south), White Colne (1 mile west) and Great Tey (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Colchester (7 miles east), Braintree (9 miles west), Maldon (14 miles south), Witham (10 miles south-west), Camulodunum (6 miles south-east) and Halstead (5 miles west).
Near you in Wakes Colne
In Wakes Colne, that means homes near Church of St Barnabas, Colne Valley and The Swan pub. There’s a railway station in Wakes Colne itself: Chappel & Wakes Colne station. Well-known places in the area include Mount Bures (2.5 miles north) and Halstead Hospital (5.2 miles west). Open spaces near Wakes Colne include Sergeants Orchard.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Wakes Colne
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Essex and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
Repairs by material
Ceramic
Ceramic gives a hard, high-gloss surface. Impacts can chip or crack them, 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 early repairs help.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
