Scottish Borders · Scotland

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Westruther, Scottish Borders

Our repair technicians come to Westruther for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Edge chips from dropped bottles
  • A tray that creaks or moves underfoot
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted shower tray repair in Westruther

Shower tray repair in Westruther, done in place

Shower tray repairs are one of our most common jobs. Chips by the waste, cracks across the base and dull, stained surfaces can all be put right without removing the tray. Whether it’s scratches from cleaning or grit and staining and dullness across the tray, we can generally put it right, whatever the material.

Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Westruther and across the Scottish Borders.

Location
Westruther (TD3)
Area hub
Scottish Borders
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Should I try a DIY kit first?

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.

Westruther and nearby

Westruther is about 12 miles north-east of Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders. From the centre of Westruther to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We cover 89 places across the Scottish Borders, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Edinburgh, about 28 miles away.

Our visits in TD3 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Westruther: Gordon (4 miles south), Greenlaw (5 miles south-east), Longformacus (6 miles north-east), Lauder (7 miles west) and Nether Blainslie (7 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Galashiels (12 miles south-west), Kelso (11 miles south-east), Duns (10 miles east), Melrose (11 miles south-west), Langlee (12 miles south-west) and St Boswells (12 miles south).

Landmarks near Westruther

Typical jobs here are in homes near Old Parish Church and Churchyard. Nearby you’ll also find Old Thirlestane Castle (4.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Gordon Moss and Twin Law.

Map of Westruther © OpenStreetMap contributors

FAQs for Westruther

What happens next?

We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.

Can a stained tray be refinished?

Yes, it’s a common job. Resurfacing gives a worn tray an even, clean finish.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. Everywhere else in the home is fine.

What areas do you cover?

The entire UK, including all of the Scottish Borders. Just include your postcode and we will offer you dates.

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.

Is the work guaranteed?

Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

What information do you need?

Photos of the damage, a photo of the entire shower tray and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.

Are you accredited?

We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.

Looking after it afterwards

Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:

  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
  • Don’t ignore a tray that flexes
  • Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use

Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off the tray. A soft cloth and washing-up liquid do the job.

If the tray creaks or moves, get it checked, before it cracks.

Prices and what affects them

Repairs from £95. Each job gets its own fixed price. These are the things that affect it:

  • The material
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • Access to the area

The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.

Send pictures for a quote

Most quotes are done from photos alone. To make it quick:

  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • A wider photo showing the entire shower tray
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Details of any past repairs

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole shower tray, we can price the job.

How the visit works

Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and start once you are happy with the plan. Most jobs take a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and you can get on with other things while we are there.

  1. We check the tray for movement first.
  2. The damaged area is cleaned and opened up.
  3. Cracks are reinforced and the damage filled.
  4. We shape the repair, match the colour and finish it.
  5. It’s left to cure, normally until the day after.

Preparing for the visit

  • Let us know about parking or access
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Open a window if you can

How to get a price

No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.

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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.

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are heavy and rigid with a gel-coat finish. Poor support underneath leads to cracks, and chips are filled and matched to the surface.

What a repair can’t fix

We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair won’t do:

  • A tray that moves underfoot
  • Damage below the tray that needs a builder
  • A tray broken in more than one place

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.

What we work on

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

When to call us in Westruther

Stone resin trays are rigid, so they crack rather than bend if the floor beneath them is not flat and fully supported. Movement in a timber floor has the same effect.

People usually call us when they notice something like this:

  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
  • A tray that flexes
  • Edge chips from dropped bottles
  • A dull, stained or worn surface

Questions to ask before booking

  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • How your room will be protected
  • How long it needs to cure
  • Whether they match the colour on site

Choosing a repair company

Work for landlords and builders

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

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

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