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Shower Tray Repair in Westgate-on-Sea

Shower tray repair in Westgate-on-Sea without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed quote from your pictures, then we come to you.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chipped corners or rims
  • A cracked shower tray
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair in Westgate-on-Sea

How to care for the repair

It’s all simple stuff:

  • Don’t use strong acids or bleach
  • Report any creaking or movement early
  • Rinse the tray after each shower
  • Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth

Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. A soft cloth and washing-up liquid do the job.

Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water can get through to the floor and walls, and the damage below isn’t visible.

How we handle shower tray repair in Westgate-on-Sea

Shower tray repairs are one of our most common jobs. Chips by the waste, cracks across the base and dull, stained surfaces are all things we fix in place. Whether it’s a tray that flexes and a cracked shower tray, we can usually put it right, whatever the material.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Location
Westgate-on-Sea (CT8, CT9, CT7)
County
Kent
Cover
One year on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Common problems we fix in Westgate-on-Sea

Heavy bottles, shower heads and dropped razors chip trays, typically on the edges or near the plughole.

Customers normally contact us about:

  • A damaged area around the waste
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
  • Damage from a refit or building work
  • Cracks running from the waste

Before booking anyone

  • How the room is protected while they work
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • What prep work is covered

10 questions to ask before you book

Work for landlords and builders

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Kent and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.

What your shower tray is made of matters

Enamelled steel

Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Chips can rust if they’re left, so it’s worth repairing early.

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are rigid and slim. They need a flat, solid base, and we match repairs to the surface finish.

Westgate-on-Sea and the surrounding area

Westgate-on-Sea is about 2 miles west of Margate, in Kent. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We work in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 62 miles away.

Our technicians cover all of CT8, CT9 and CT7 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Sea Road, Thanet Road and Cedric Road, all of which we cover. You’ll find Westgate-on-Sea on the A28, which makes it straightforward to reach. If you’re just outside Westgate-on-Sea, we cover Garlinge (1 mile east), Westbrook (1 mile east), Birchington (1 mile west), Flete (2 miles south-east) and Acol (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (4 miles south-east), Broadstairs (4 miles east), Whitstable (13 miles west), Deal (12 miles south) and Herne Bay (9 miles west).

Local landmarks in Westgate-on-Sea

Our customers here include homes close to St Saviour's Church of England Junior School, Church of St Saviour and Ursuline College, among other places. There’s a railway station in Westgate-on-Sea itself: Westgate-On-Sea station. Further afield, we also cover the area around Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (2.3 miles east) and Westwood Cross (3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.

  • Other local spots include Margate West (0.5 miles east)
Map of Westgate-on-Sea © OpenStreetMap contributors

Should I try a DIY kit first?

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, and the work is guaranteed.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.

What affects the price in Westgate-on-Sea

Prices start from £95. There’s no charge for travel to Westgate-on-Sea. The price comes down to:

  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • What kind of damage it is
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • How many areas need work

A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.

How to get a fixed price

Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Where you are, by postcode

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures using our quote form or call us. We’ll say right away whether it can be repaired.

What we do, step by step

You do not need to empty the room. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. Most jobs take a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.

  1. We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
  2. We clean and prepare the damaged area or the entire tray.
  3. We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
  4. We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
  5. The tray is left to cure and can usually be used the day after.

How to prepare

  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area

Getting a price

A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole shower tray, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.

Send pictures for a quote

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What a repair can’t fix

Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair will not do:

  • Trays cracked in several places
  • Plumbing leaks under the tray
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported

Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.

Materials we repair

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

Your questions about shower tray repair in Westgate-on-Sea

Is there any odour?

There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the materials cure.

Do you cover the whole of Kent?

Across the UK, and that includes Westgate-on-Sea. Our prices are the same everywhere.

What happens once I’ve sent pictures?

You get a fixed quote and available dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.

How quickly can you book me in?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.

Can landlords book you?

Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Do you cover Westgate-on-Sea?

We do. Repair technicians travel to Westgate-on-Sea from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.

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