Dorset · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Barrow Hill, Dorset
Fixed-price bath resealing in Barrow Hill and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Gaps by the taps
- Sealant that’s split or lifting
- Silicone smeared on tiles
When to call us in Barrow Hill
No sealant lasts for ever. Every bath or shower adds moisture and soap residue, which mould loves, and the joint moves slightly every time the bath is filled.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed:
- Leaks at the edges
- Black spots in the silicone
- Stained silicone
- An untidy old seal
Questions to ask before booking
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- How changes to the job are handled
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
About our bath resealing in Barrow Hill
We reseal baths, shower trays, basins and worktops using mould-resistant silicone. Most jobs take a couple of hours, then it needs to cure. We regularly repair baths, kitchen worktops & sinks and wet rooms, and common reasons people contact us are silicone coming away from the tiles and old sealant that looks dirty.
All our work comes with a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Barrow Hill (BH16)
- County
- Dorset
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What your bath or shower is made of matters
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, so the joint is at its widest.
Baths
We fill the bath before sealing, so the joint is at its widest.
Why it’s worth resealing in Barrow Hill
Putting new silicone over old doesn’t last. It peels within weeks, and mould stays trapped behind it. A proper reseal removes the old first. The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You will see the full price before you book.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Barrow Hill
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
Read our full price list.
Towns and villages near Barrow Hill
What else we do in Barrow Hill
Work for landlords and builders
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
What bath resealing costs
We don’t charge extra for travel to Barrow Hill. The price comes down to:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Doing more than one item at once
- What kind of damage it is
We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Getting a price from pictures
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Where you are, by postcode
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath or shower, we can give you a fixed quote the same day in most cases.
Barrow Hill questions
Do the materials smell?
A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Of course, and it generally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.
Are you accredited?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
How long does silicone take to cure?
Generally after around 24 hours. We confirm before we leave.
What do you need from me?
Photos of the damage, a picture of the whole bath or shower and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.
Why does the silicone keep cracking?
Movement is the usual cause, or it was sealed with the bath empty. We fill the bath before sealing it.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
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 on the day
Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so you know exactly what we are doing. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. Allow a couple of hours.
- We cut out all of the old sealant.
- Residue is removed and the joint cleaned.
- We treat mould and dry the joint thoroughly.
- We fill the bath, or weight the tray, to open the joint.
- We apply fresh mould-resistant silicone and tool a neat bead.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
How to get a price
Most customers in Barrow Hill get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Advice
About Barrow Hill
Barrow Hill is about 2 miles west of Corfe Mullen, in Dorset. Across the BH16 area, we carry out the work at your property. Barrow Hill is one of 462 towns and villages in Dorset we cover.
Our visits in BH16 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Purbeck Road, Wimborne Road and Lime Kiln Road, and we cover them all. We also travel to Lytchett Matravers (1 mile west), Post Green (1 mile south), Beacon Hill (1 mile east), Henbury (2 miles north) and Lytchett Minster (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Christchurch (14 miles east), Wimborne Minster (5 miles north-east), Blandford Forum (8 miles north-west), Verwood (12 miles north-east), Ferndown (8 miles east) and Broadstone (3 miles east).
Landmarks near Barrow Hill
Our customers here include homes close to St Mary the Virgin, Rose & Crown pub and Lytchett Minster School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Hamworthy station, roughly 3.3 miles south-east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Poole Hospital (5 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Ham Common (LNR) and Stoney Down.
Looking after it afterwards
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
- Open a window after bathing
- Use the extractor fan
- Wipe the joints dry after use
Do not scrape the sealant with anything sharp, and do not stand bottles on the seal.
Reseal before water gets in. Split or lifting sealant is a sign it’s time.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
