Argyll and Bute · Scotland

Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Ardchattan, Argyll and Bute

Bath resealing in Ardchattan without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed quote from your photos, then we come to you.

  • Silicone coming away from the tiles
  • Black spots in the silicone
  • Unsealed corners
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath resealing in Ardchattan

Bath resealing at your home in Ardchattan

A proper reseal starts with removing every trace of the old silicone. Fresh sealant doesn’t stick to old, which is why so many DIY reseals peel. We work on kitchen worktops & sinks, shower trays & enclosures and basins & vanity units, and the jobs we see most are a messy previous reseal and gaps in the seal.

You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Ardchattan as everywhere else we work.

Roll-top bath being refinished by a Surface Doctor technician
Where
Ardchattan (PA37)
County
Argyll and Bute
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quote
Free, fixed quote from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

The process

Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes about two hours for a bath in most cases. We leave the room clean and you’ll know when it can be used.

  1. All the old sealant is cut out and removed.
  2. The joint is cleaned and any mould treated.
  3. We make sure the joint is completely dry.
  4. Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
  5. New mould-resistant silicone goes on and is tooled to a neat finish, taps included.

How to prepare

  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children

Get a quote

Most customers in Ardchattan get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

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Do you need bath resealing in Ardchattan?

Sealant does not last forever. Every bath or shower adds moisture and soap residue, which mould loves, and the joint moves slightly every time the bath is filled.

Clients typically contact us about:

  • Mould you cannot clean out
  • Silicone smeared on tiles
  • Water getting behind the bath or tray
  • Gaps by the taps

What to look for in a quote

  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • How changes to the job are handled
  • What prep work is covered
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers

Our hiring checklist

When we would advise against a repair

In fairness, some problems need a different fix:

  • Hidden water damage
  • A flexing bath
  • Loose tiles, which need refixing first

Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.

What we work on

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

Different materials, different repairs

Shower trays

Trays are sealed with weight on them, for the same reason.

Sinks and worktops

We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, with the joint fully dried first.

Ardchattan questions

How do I book?

Photos of the damage, a photo of the whole bath or shower and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.

How quickly can you book me in?

That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.

My seal keeps tearing. Why?

Movement is the usual cause. We fill the bath before sealing it.

Do you do work for letting agents?

We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.

What happens after I send pictures?

You get a fixed quote and available dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.

Why does my sealant keep going mouldy?

Mostly moisture and poor ventilation. Mould-resistant silicone and good ventilation help.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Nearly always. If pictures do not show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

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.

What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. 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.

Why reseal now?

Resealing is routine maintenance. Leaving split or mouldy sealant can let water reach the walls and floor, which costs far more to put right. A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Ardchattan

  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • One visit for most repairs
  • No extra charge for your area

See our pricing.

Landlord and trade work in Ardchattan

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.

Our work in Ardchattan

Ardchattan is about 40 miles north-west of Helensburgh, in Argyll and Bute. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. We cover all 118 towns and villages in Argyll and Bute. Our jobs stretch from Ardchattan to Glasgow (60 miles away).

Our repair technicians cover all of PA37 and the streets around it. From Dunlora and Achnacree Bay View or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. We also travel to Black Crofts (1 mile south-west), North Connel (2 miles south-west), Connel (2 miles south-west), Benderloch (2 miles north-west) and Dunbeg (4 miles south-west). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so call us to arrange it.

Landmarks near Ardchattan

In Ardchattan, that means homes near Ardchattan Parish Church and the streets around them. The closest station to Ardchattan is Connel Ferry station, roughly 1.6 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Dunstaffnage Castle (3.1 miles south-west). Open spaces near Ardchattan include Lochan Dubh.

Map of Ardchattan © OpenStreetMap contributors

Aftercare tips

Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:

  • Let steam out after showers
  • Dry the seal after bathing
  • Ventilate the bathroom well
  • Keep bottles off the joints

Let it cure fully before using the bath or shower, normally about a day.

Damp below or loose tiles need checking quickly. There may be more going on, and we’ll say if you need a builder or plumber.

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