Dorset · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Winterborne Houghton, Dorset

Our repair technicians come to Winterborne Houghton for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Cracks running from the waste
  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Winterborne Houghton homes

What shower tray repair costs

Prices start from £95. You won’t pay by the hour. The price depends on:

  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • Access to the area
  • The type of damage

Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

How to get a fixed quote

Two or three clear pictures are usually enough. Try to include:

  • Details of any past repairs
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • The material, if you know it
  • A wider photo showing the entire shower tray

No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.

Shower tray repair in Winterborne Houghton without replacing anything

A worn or stained tray can be resurfaced, for a clean, uniform finish without removing the screen or tiles. Common call-outs are for damage from a refit or building work and staining and dullness across the tray, across ceramic, acrylic and cast iron.

Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Location
Winterborne Houghton (DT11)
County
Dorset
Cover
A year, on every repair
Price
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

The process

We turn up when we said we would and checks the damage against your pictures first. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before we open a single tin. The work itself takes a few hours, or most of a day for a full resurface, and we leave the room as we found it.

  1. We ensure the tray does not flex and look for the cause of any crack.
  2. The damaged area, or the whole tray, is cleaned and prepared.
  3. We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
  4. The repair is colour matched, or the whole tray gets a new finish.
  5. The tray is left to cure and can normally be used the next day.

Preparing for the visit

  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings

Getting a price

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.

Get a free quote

Advice

Winterborne Houghton: your questions answered

Can you resurface a whole tray?

Yes. We can resurface the whole tray for a fresh finish.

Can you quote from photos?

Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.

How do I book?

Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we will do the rest.

Are there extra charges for Winterborne Houghton?

We don’t add a call-out fee. Your fixed quote includes everything.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.

Can you replace the silicone at the same time?

We can. After a repair is a good time to reseal.

Which areas do you work in?

We work UK-wide. Prices do not change with location.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Winterborne Houghton

For anyone letting property in or around Winterborne Houghton, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send photos for each one and we will price them together.

We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we will arrange it.

Keeping it looking good

Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:

  • Do not use strong acids or bleach
  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use
  • Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
  • Keep the bathroom well ventilated

Avoid abrasive pads and strong descalers. Warm water and a mild detergent is enough.

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

About Winterborne Houghton

Winterborne Houghton is about 4 miles west of Blandford Forum, in Dorset. Whether you are in the middle of Winterborne Houghton or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Winterborne Houghton is one of 462 towns and villages in Dorset we cover.

All of DT11 is covered. Neighbouring places we cover include Dunbury (1 mile south), Winterborne Stickland (1 mile east), Winterborne Clenston (1 mile south-east), Milton Abbas (2 miles south-west) and The Folly (3 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Dorchester (12 miles south-west), Wimborne Minster (13 miles east), Blandford Forum (4 miles east), Gillingham (14 miles north), Shaftesbury (12 miles north) and Sherborne (14 miles north-west).

Landmarks near Winterborne Houghton

We visit homes around Milton Abbey School, The Crown Inn and Church of St Andrew, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Park Farm Museum (1.2 miles south-west) and Blandford Community Hospital (4.2 miles east). The countryside around Winterborne Houghton includes Bell Hill.

Map of Winterborne Houghton © OpenStreetMap contributors

Do you need shower tray repair in Winterborne Houghton?

Trays fitted on timber floors can crack if the floor moves, especially if the tray wasn’t bedded properly. On concrete, an uneven base is the usual cause.

Keep an eye out for these signs:

  • Chips on the edges
  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • A tray that flexes
  • Staining and dullness across the tray

What to look for in a quote

  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • How long it needs to cure
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • Who will actually do the work

Choosing a repair company

What a repair can’t fix

Not everything can be repaired, and we’d rather say so up front. Repairs won’t solve:

  • Leaking waste fittings
  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
  • Multiple cracks across the tray

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.

Materials we work on in Winterborne Houghton

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

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Acrylic

Acrylic trays are lighter and slightly flexible, so good support matters. Cracks and scratches can be repaired.

Enamelled steel

Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so it’s worth repairing early.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.

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