Sunderland · England
Shower Tray Repair for Washington Village homes
We travel to Washington Village for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Cracks running from the waste
- A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
How to care for the repair
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Stick to gentle cleaners
- Check the seal every few months
- Don’t use strong acids or bleach
- Use the extractor fan
Store heavy bottles on a shelf, not on the tray, so they can’t be knocked over.
A small crack lets in a little water every time you shower, which can damage the floor over time. An early repair is far cheaper than floor repairs.
Shower tray repair in Washington Village without replacing anything
Every crack has a cause, and we find it first. If the tray moves, the support is fixed or flagged before we repair it, so the crack does not come back. Typical jobs include movement when you stand on it and a damaged area around the waste, across ceramic, cast iron and acrylic.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Location
- Washington Village (NE38, NE37)
- Area hub
- Sunderland
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY kit or professional repair?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
What shower tray repair costs
Repairs from £95. We give every job a fixed price from pictures. This is what makes a difference:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The material and finish
- How many areas need work
Compared with replacing, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Quotes from your pictures
When you take your pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Something in shot to show the size
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Any details about the material
- A wider photo showing the entire shower tray
Upload pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Washington Village, and we will reply with a fixed price.
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Materials and what they mean for the repair
Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so it’s worth repairing early.
Acrylic
Acrylic trays are lighter and slightly flexible, so a firm base is essential. Cracks and scratches can be repaired.
Washington Village and nearby
Washington Village is about 1 mile north-east of Washington, in Sunderland. From the centre of Washington Village to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in 75 places in Sunderland, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Newcastle upon Tyne, about 8 miles away.
Jobs in NE38 and NE37 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. From Abbey Road, Spout Lane and The Avenue or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Washington Village sits on or near the A195 and A1231, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover include Concord (1 mile north), Albany (1 mile north-west), Blackfell (1 mile west), Usworth (2 miles north) and Springwell (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Sunderland (5 miles east), Houghton-le-Spring (4 miles south-east), Sunniside (6 miles east), Fulwell (6 miles east), Hendon (6 miles east) and Ford (4 miles east).
Around Washington Village
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Washington Academy, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School and Washington School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Heworth station, about 3.8 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Lambton Castle (2.5 miles south) and Queen Elizabeth Hospital (3.5 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Warden Law and WWT Washington.
How it works
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we will get on with it. Most visits take a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray.
- We protect the floor and the enclosure.
- Any sealant in the way is cut out.
- We clean and key the tray, then repair the damage.
- We refinish the surface to match the tray.
- We clean up and give you the curing time.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
Get a quote
Most clients in Washington Village get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Related advice
Why repair rather than replace?
A new shower tray frequently means a new enclosure fitting, new tiling and new sealant. Repairing it avoids all of that. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Washington Village. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Washington Village
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
See our full price list.
Work for landlords and builders
For anyone letting property in or around Washington Village, we will quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we will price them together.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip.
What we can’t put right
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Rotten or damaged flooring underneath
- Leaking waste fittings
- A tray that moves underfoot
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before booking.
Materials we repair
- Enamelled steel
- Cast iron
- Ceramic
- Acrylic
- Stone resin
Questions from Washington Village
Is there a call-out fee?
There is no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Do you reseal the tray as well?
We can. After a repair is a good time to reseal.
When can you do it?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.
Is it OK to use a cracked tray?
Not until you know the crack is not letting water through. Look for damp or stains below.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Can you make an old tray look new?
Yes, it’s a common job. A full resurface makes a tired tray look fresh.
When can I use the shower again?
Normally by the following day. We’ll confirm before we leave.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
