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Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Alvaston, Derby

Bath resealing in and around Alvaston: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.

  • Mould you cannot clean out
  • Sealant that’s split or lifting
  • Discoloured, yellow sealant
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath resealing in Alvaston

What we can’t put right

A repair is not right for every job, including:

  • Loose tiles, which need refixing first
  • Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
  • Movement in the bath or tray

Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.

Surfaces we repair

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

How we handle bath resealing in Alvaston

We reseal baths with them filled with water, so the joint is at its widest, so the seal does not tear when the bath is first used. We regularly repair wet rooms, shower trays & enclosures and basins & vanity units, and the jobs we see most are gaps by the taps and water getting behind the bath or tray.

You are covered after we leave: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before booking.

Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath
Location
Alvaston (DE24, DE21)
County
Derby
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quotes
Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

What we do, step by step

Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes around two hours. We leave the room clean and ready to use once it has cured.

  1. We cut out and remove all of the old sealant.
  2. We clean the joint and treat any mould.
  3. We make sure the joint is completely dry.
  4. We fill a bath with water before sealing so the gap is at its widest.
  5. We run a new bead of mould-resistant silicone and smooth it neatly, taps included.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift

Getting a price

We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.

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Aftercare tips

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

  • Let steam out after showers
  • Give the seal a regular clean
  • Store bottles on a shelf
  • Reseal at the first sign of lifting

Use the extractor fan, dry the joints after bathing, and give them a regular clean with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.

Black mould in sealant is not just unsightly. Resealing early keeps water out of the walls and floor.

Prices and what affects them

We charge the same across the UK, including Alvaston. The price reflects:

  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • How many areas need work
  • How many items we do on one visit

Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.

Getting a price from pictures

You can usually get a fixed price without us visiting. To make it quick:

  • Something in shot to show the size
  • A wider photo showing the whole bath or shower
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit

Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.

Alvaston and the surrounding area

Alvaston is about 2 miles south-east of Derby, in Derby. 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 31 places across Derby. We work right across the region, from Alvaston to Birmingham (35 miles away).

Every address in DE24 and DE21 is covered. From Green Lane, Stiles Road and Curzon Lane or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. If you are just outside Alvaston, we cover Boulton (1 mile south-west), Allenton (1 mile south-west), Shelton Lock (2 miles south-west), Chellaston (2 miles south) and Normanton (3 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Oakwood (3 miles north), Cathedral Quarter (3 miles north-west), New Zealand (4 miles north-west), Sunny Hill (3 miles west), Littleover (3 miles west) and Allestree (5 miles north-west).

What’s near Alvaston

Around Alvaston, we work in homes near Alvaston Park, Blue Peter pub and Church of St Michael. Other local landmarks include Merrill Academy (1 mile south-west) and St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy (less than half a mile north-east). For rail, the closest station is Spondon station, about 1.1 miles north-east. A little further out are London Road Community Hospital (2.2 miles north-west) and Derbion (2.6 miles north-west).

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Different materials, different repairs

Baths

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

Sinks and worktops

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

Why it’s worth resealing in Alvaston

Compared with repairing water damage, resealing is cheap. It’s a quick job that protects your walls and floors. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.

What you get with us

  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • Fixed prices from your pictures

Read our pricing.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

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, then guarantee it for a year.

Do you need bath resealing in Alvaston?

Sealant splits when the bath or tray moves, frequently because it was sealed while the bath was empty.

People generally call us when they notice something like this:

  • Gaps by the taps
  • Leaks at the edges
  • Mould you can’t clean out
  • Silicone coming away from the tiles

What your quote should include

  • Who turns up on the day
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • How the room is protected while they work

How to compare quotes

Alvaston: your questions answered

What information do you need?

Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.

What does bath resealing cost?

The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You’ll get a fixed figure before booking.

Do you hold any accreditations?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

Can you repair several things at once?

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

When can you do it?

We will give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

Do you charge for travel?

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

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.

Can you repair something that is been repaired before?

Most of the time. Tell us what was done before.

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