Leak in your shower tiling? You’re not alone — and you’re probably wondering what it’s going to cost to fix properly.
We get it. You’ve seen cracked grout, water under tiles, or drips through to the ceiling below, and now you’re Googling “shower repair” or “tile leak repair” trying to make sense of it all.
Let’s break it down for you: real costs, real options — and what to consider when getting quotes.
Why Shower Repairs Don’t Charge by the Square Metre
Tiling rates usually go per m² — but not when you’re dealing with a leaking shower. Why? Because this isn’t just about tiles.
Proper shower repair involves:
- Careful demolition (if needed)
- Waterproofing and screeding
- Epoxy sealing or retiling
- Shower screen removal and refit
- Subfloor or timber frame repairs if moisture has spread
All in a tiny space that most tilers avoid. It’s slow, specialist work — often involving multiple trades, not just a guy with a trowel. That’s why our work is priced by time and complexity, not per square metre.
1. Epoxy Shower Seal
For showers with sound tiles but failing grout or minor leaks
If your tiles are still solid and there’s no deep water damage underneath, a regrout and epoxy seal could be all you need.
We use FlexiShield™ Epoxy — not cement grout like many “shower seal” companies. It’s:
- Waterproof and flexible
- Resistant to mould and staining
- Designed specifically for wet areas
- Backed by a 10-year product warranty
We’ll remove your screen, prep the area, apply the seal, and refit the screen — all in one day. You can shower again the next day.
✅ No tiles removed. No drama. Just results.
💧 Fix leaking showers fast, properly, and permanently (from $990 depending on layout).
2. Floor-Only Shower Retile
For showers where tiles are compromised but full renovation isn’t needed
When the floor tiles are loose, cracked, or drummy (and can’t be sealed), the next step up is a floor-only retiling. We remove and retile the base, including the first row of wall tiles, and install full waterproofing and epoxy grout.
It’s the cheapest way to guarantee waterproofing without retiling the whole shower, but we’ll be honest: the wall tile match won’t be perfect.
You’ll know it’s a repair — but it’ll be watertight, clean, and under 10-year warranty.
⏱ Timeframe: approx. 5 half-days
💧 Starting from: $4,500 depending on size and screen type
3. Full Shower Retile
The complete rebuild with long-term value
If you’re after resale value, a clean slate, or have multiple leak points, this is the gold standard.
We strip the shower to bare structure, rebuild and waterproof it properly, and retile with your chosen look.
A full 15-year warranty is included because we know it’s done right.
⏱ Timeframe: approx. 5 full days
💧 Starting from: $6,000 depending on size, tile choice, and screen
Let’s Talk About the Shower Screen…
Most people don’t realise: your screen really should be removed and resealed underneath (and that’s where the leaks sneak back in)
We’re one of the few who actually handle this for you.
Other tradies will just remove it (damaging it in the process) and tell you to simply go get a new screen installed.
We carefully:
- Remove and store your screen
- Clean and reseal underneath
- Refit it securely after tiles are set. Sometimes the screens don’t survive the removal because they’re built to permanently stay on, but we give it a go to save our customers and have a great track record of screen survival!
🔧 Screen removal and refit: $375–$625
✨ New screen upgrades available: From $1,000–$2,500
Frameless looks amazing but costs more, and anything custom-cut for tricky corners will increase the price. Click HERE or ask us for more details.
What If There’s Structural Damage?
We won’t know for sure until tiles come up — but if your leak has reached the timber subfloor or wall frame, it may need replacing.
We’ve seen everything from minor swelling to fully rotted frames, so we’re upfront about it.
🪵 Timber/subfloor repairs typically range from $500–$1,000 depending on extent.
Why Most Competitors Can’t Match This
You’ll find cheap “grout guys” offering quick seals — often with cement grout, unlicensed technicians, and no long-term guarantees.
The problem? If their seal fails and water gets in, they can’t fix it.
Then there are regular tilers. They’ll retile — but they won’t touch your subfloor or refit the screen. You’ll be left juggling multiple trades (and warranty gaps).
We’re different. At Allspex Tiling:
- We specialise in wet area repairs
- We’re QBCC licensed
- We invented FlexiShield™ Epoxy after 20 years testing what works
- And we offer 10–15 year warranties others won’t
QBCC Home Warranty Insurance
If you’re in Queensland and the cost of your shower repair exceeds $3,300 including GST, the job must be covered under QBCC Home Warranty Insurance.
This protects you in case of defects or incomplete work and is a legal requirement for any residential building work under three storeys. The cost of this insurance is generally between $220–$300, depending on the overall project value.
A good contractor should handle the paperwork and make sure you’re covered if your projects meets these criteria, make sure you check they submit a policy for your property.
How to Get the Most Accurate Quote Without Surprises
No site visit needed for a ballpark.
✅ Send us photos of your shower — wide shots, floor, wall, and the screen
✅ We’ll assess whether a seal is possible or if tiles need replacing
✅ You’ll get repair options and transparent pricing upfront
If you want an in-person quote, we can book it in based on specialist availability.
Be honest about any past repairs or leaks — we once had a client who didn’t tell us her old tiler tiled over existing tiles (big no-no) and it cost her a day’s extra demolition.
💡 Start here: Get a Quote
📄 Or download our Shower Seal Factsheet (PDF) and Shower Retile Factsheet
🔧 Learn more about Our Repair Services
Final Thoughts
A proper shower repair is an investment — not just in your bathroom, but in peace of mind. We don’t promise the cheapest fix. We promise the right fix.
With the wrong company, you’ll be revisiting the problem in 6–12 months. With us, it’s sealed for good.
💬 Got questions or not sure where to start?
We’ll give you honest advice — no pressure, no upselling.
Just send us a message and let’s sort your leaking shower properly.
