Liverpool · England

Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Allerton, Liverpool

We travel to Allerton for bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Unsealed corners
  • Mould you cannot clean out
  • Sealant that is split or lifting
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath resealing in Allerton

About our bath resealing in Allerton

We reseal baths with them filled with water, so the joint is at its widest, so the seal doesn’t tear when the bath is first used. If you’re dealing with stained silicone and damp near the bath, we can help.

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

Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath
Location
Allerton (L19, L18, L25)
County
Liverpool
Guarantee
One year on every repair
Quote
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Prices and what affects them

Prices are worked out job by job. The main factors are:

  • How many items we do on one visit
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • The material
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first

We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

Send pictures for a quote

Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • The material, if you know it
  • A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll say immediately whether it can be repaired.

Different materials, different repairs

Sinks and worktops

We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, once the joint is completely dry.

Baths

We fill the bath before sealing, so the joint is at its widest.

When we’d advise against a repair

A repair isn’t right for every job, including:

  • A flexing bath
  • Water damage behind the bath that needs a builder
  • Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing

Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.

Surfaces we repair

  • Basins & vanity units
  • Shower trays & enclosures
  • Baths
  • Wet rooms
  • Kitchen worktops & sinks

Can I fix it myself?

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

Looking after it afterwards

Aftercare is simple:

  • Keep the joints dry
  • Do not stand toiletries on the seal
  • Replace the seal when mould sets in
  • Let steam out after showers

Don’t scrape the sealant with anything sharp, and keep shampoo bottles off the joints.

Reseal before water gets in. Split or lifting sealant is a sign it’s time.

Questions from Allerton

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 much does bath resealing cost in Allerton?

Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

Why does my sealant keep going mouldy?

Mould needs moisture. Ventilation and drying keep it clean longer.

When can I use the bath after resealing?

You’ll get the curing time from us, usually around a day.

Why does my sealant keep splitting?

Something is moving. Persistent splitting can mean the support needs attention.

Does someone need to be in?

We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.

Do you charge for travel?

Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.

Is it messy?

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

What we do, step by step

When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job generally takes around two hours. We clean up when we’re done and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. All the old sealant is cut out and removed.
  2. The joint is cleaned and any mould treated.
  3. The joint is dried thoroughly.
  4. For a bath, we fill it with water first so the joint is at its widest.
  5. New mould-resistant silicone goes on and is tooled to a neat finish, including around the taps.

Before we arrive

  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before

Ask for a price

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole bath or shower, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.

Get a free quote

Related advice

Signs you need bath resealing in Allerton

Joints split if the bath or tray moves, frequently because it was sealed while the bath was empty.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • Silicone smeared on tiles
  • Mould you cannot clean out
  • Leaks at the edges
  • Silicone coming away from the tiles

What your quote should include

  • How your room will be protected
  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
  • How changes to the job are handled

Choosing a repair company

Is resealing worth it?

Putting new silicone over old doesn’t last. It peels within weeks, and traps mould underneath. We remove the old sealant completely. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.

Why us?

  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • A fixed quote before you book
  • No extra charge for your area

See our full price list.

Allerton and nearby

Allerton is about 3 miles south-east of Liverpool, in Liverpool. Whether you’re in the middle of Allerton or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Allerton is one of 52 towns and villages in Liverpool where we work.

Postcode districts we cover here: L19, L18 and L25. Streets in the area include Heath Road, Ramsey Road and Hylton Road. Nearby, we also work in Garston (1 mile south), Woolton (1 mile east), Gateacre (2 miles north-east), Hunt's Cross (2 miles east) and Childwall (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Liverpool (3 miles north-west), Crosby (10 miles north-west), Everton (5 miles north-west), Orrell (8 miles north-west), Brighton-le-Sands (10 miles north-west) and Wavertree (3 miles north-west).

What’s near Allerton

We visit homes around St Benedict's College, Allerton Tower Park and All Souls' Church. You’ll also find Greenhills pub (under half a mile north-west), New Heys Comprehensive School (less than half a mile east) and Springwood Heath Primary School (less than half a mile south-east). For rail, the closest station is West Allerton station, about 0.6 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include New Mersey Shopping Park (1.4 miles south-east) and Liverpool Castle (4.7 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Princes Park lake and Speke and Garston Coastal Reserve.

  • Other local spots include Allerton and Hunts Cross (1.1 miles south-east)
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