Torbay · England

Shower Tray Repair for Watcombe homes

Shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Watcombe. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • Scratches in the surface
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted shower tray repair in Watcombe

Can I fix it myself?

Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.

How we handle shower tray repair in Watcombe

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. Common call-outs are for scratches in the surface and staining and dullness across the tray, on ceramic, acrylic and enamelled steel.

All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Area
Watcombe (TQ2, TQ1)
County
Torbay
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

What happens on the day

Once we’re through the door, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.

  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. The surface is refinished to match.
  5. We clean up and give you the curing time.

How to prepare

  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat

Getting a price

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

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Aftercare tips

Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:

  • Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
  • Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
  • Keep the bathroom well ventilated
  • Don’t use strong acids or bleach

Store heavy bottles on a shelf, not on the tray, so they cannot be knocked over.

Failed sealant around a tray should be replaced quickly. It lets water behind the tray and can damage the floor below.

When a repair is not the answer

A repair isn’t always the answer, and we’ll tell you before we start. We cannot fix:

  • Multiple cracks across the tray
  • Leaking waste fittings
  • Damage below the tray that needs a builder

Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.

Materials we work on in Watcombe

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

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are heavy and rigid with a gel-coat finish. They crack if the base is not fully supported, and chips are filled and matched to the surface.

Acrylic

Acrylic-capped trays are lighter, so good support matters. We repair cracks and scratches.

Our work in Watcombe

Watcombe is about 1 mile north of Torquay, in Torbay. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. Watcombe is one of 23 places in Torbay where we work.

Here we cover the TQ2 and TQ1 postcode area. Jobs here include addresses on Lea Road, Moor Lane and Combe Road. We also travel to Combe Pafford (1 mile south-west), Barton (1 mile west), St Marychurch (1 mile south), Torquay (1 mile south) and Ellacombe (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Paignton (4 miles south-west), Brixham (7 miles south), Preston (3 miles south-west), Meadfoot (3 miles south), Marldon (4 miles south-west) and Cockington (3 miles south-west).

Local landmarks in Watcombe

Around Watcombe, we work in homes near Parish Church of St Martin, Torquay Academy and Palk Arms, among other places. Also close by are St Cuthbert Mayne School (0.8 miles south) and Watcombe Primary School (under half a mile west). For rail, the closest station is Torre station, about 1.8 miles south-west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Cary Castle (0.8 miles south) and Victorian Shopping Arcade (2.4 miles south). For a walk, there’s Labrador Bay RSPB Reserve.

Map of Watcombe © OpenStreetMap contributors

Watcombe: your questions answered

Is my repair covered?

Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.

Can you fix a cracked tray?

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

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.

When can I use the shower again?

Usually the day after. We’ll confirm before we leave.

Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?

Only if you’re sure it isn’t leaking. Look for damp or stains below.

Will you leave a mess?

Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.

Do you redo the sealant?

Yes, if you’d like us to. After a repair is a good time to reseal.

Can tenants book a repair?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.

How we price shower tray repair

Repairs from £95. There’s no area surcharge for Watcombe. The price reflects:

  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • The material and finish
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Doing more than one item at once

A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before you book.

How to get a fixed quote

You can take the pictures on your phone, there is no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:

  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Repair or replace in Watcombe?

A new shower tray frequently means a new enclosure fitting, new tiling and new sealant. A repair leaves all of that untouched, at a fraction of the cost. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Watcombe. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

Why us?

  • No extra charge for your area
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited

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For landlords and businesses

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we’ll arrange it.

For anyone letting property in or around Watcombe, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we’ll come back with a combined price.

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