Plymouth · England

Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Bickleigh, Plymouth

Bath resealing in Bickleigh without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then book a visit.

  • Sealant that’s split or lifting
  • Old sealant that looks dirty
  • Water getting behind the bath or tray
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath resealing near Bickleigh

How to look after the repair

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Use the extractor fan
  • Replace the seal when mould sets in
  • Give the seal a regular clean
  • Air the room after use

Good ventilation is the best protection, and wipe the joints after use so mould struggles to take hold.

Black mould in sealant isn’t just unsightly, it’s a sign moisture is sitting in the joint. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.

Bath resealing in Bickleigh without replacing anything

We reseal baths with them filled with water, so the joint is at its widest, which stops the new seal tearing the first time the bath is used. Whether it’s missing sealant behind the taps and water getting behind the bath or tray, we can help.

You’re covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.

Where
Bickleigh (PL6)
Area hub
Plymouth
Warranty
One year on every repair
Price
Free, fixed quote from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Work for landlords and builders

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Bickleigh as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it generally costs far less than a refit.

What a repair can’t fix

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
  • Very wide gaps that need a trim
  • A bath or tray that moves, until its support is fixed

If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.

What we work on

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

Bickleigh questions

What happens next?

We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.

Will it make a mess?

We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.

Why does mould come back so fast?

Mould needs moisture. Run the fan, dry the joints and the new seal stays cleaner for longer.

Do you hold any accreditations?

We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

Is my repair covered?

Yes, for a year. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Generally, yes. Let us know what was used before and we’ll plan for it.

Can you price it without visiting?

Usually, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.

Will the price change on the day?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

When to call us in Bickleigh

Sealant doesn’t last forever. Each shower leaves moisture and soap behind, which mould feeds on, and the joint flexes each time the bath fills.

Common reasons people in Bickleigh contact us include:

  • Water getting behind the bath or tray
  • Sealant that is split or lifting
  • Silicone smeared on tiles
  • Unsealed corners

Comparing quotes

  • How long it needs to cure
  • A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
  • How changes to the job are handled
  • Who will actually do the work

Our hiring checklist

Our work in Bickleigh

Bickleigh is about 4 miles north-east of Plymouth, in Plymouth. Jobs in Bickleigh are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your pictures, then a visit to do the work. Bickleigh is one of 59 towns and villages in Plymouth where we work.

We cover every part of the PL6 postcode area. Jobs here include addresses on New Road and Hatshill Farm Close and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Bickleigh: Wotter (2 miles east), Leigham (3 miles south), Lee Moor (3 miles east), Axtown (3 miles north) and Meavy (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Plymouth (4 miles south-west), Mannamead (5 miles south-west), Lipson (5 miles south-west), Mutley (5 miles south-west), North Prospect (5 miles south-west) and Stoke (6 miles south-west).

Local landmarks in Bickleigh

In Bickleigh, that means homes near Tor Bridge High, Bickleigh Down Church of England Primary School and Church of St Mary, among other places. The closest station to Bickleigh is Bere Ferrers station, about 4.5 miles west. Further afield, we also cover the area around Derriford Hospital (2.3 miles south-west) and Yelverton Paperweight Centre (3.6 miles north). The countryside around Bickleigh includes Crown Hill Down.

Map of Bickleigh © OpenStreetMap contributors

How we price bath resealing

There’s no area surcharge for Bickleigh. The price reflects:

  • Doing more than one item at once
  • The material and finish
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • The colour and finish to match

Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access.

Getting a price from pictures

Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before

A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the entire bath or shower, include your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed price, not an estimate.

Different materials, different repairs

Sinks and worktops

Basins, vanity units and kitchen worktops are resealed too, with the joint fully dried first.

Shower trays

We put weight on a tray before sealing it, for the same reason.

Is resealing worth it?

Sealing over old silicone is a false economy. It peels within weeks, and mould stays trapped behind it. A proper reseal removes the old first. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing typically costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Why Bickleigh customers choose us

  • Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • Same prices wherever you are

See our prices page.

What happens on the day

When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take a couple of hours. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. We cut out and remove all of the old sealant.
  2. The joint is cleaned and any mould treated.
  3. We dry the joint thoroughly.
  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.

Before we arrive

  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings

How to get a price

Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and no obligation.

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