Dorset · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Blackwater, Dorset
Bath resealing across Blackwater and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- A messy previous reseal
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- Mould you cannot clean out
How we handle bath resealing in Blackwater
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint opens fully, so the seal does not tear when the bath is first used. If you are dealing with discoloured, yellow sealant and damp near the bath, we can help.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Area
- Blackwater (BH23)
- County
- Dorset
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Your questions about bath resealing in Blackwater
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Normally, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one, so mention it when you send photos.
Is repairing better than replacing?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.
Can new silicone go over old?
We always remove the old sealant completely. Fresh silicone does not stick to old.
Do you cover the entire of Dorset?
We work UK-wide. Our prices are the same everywhere.
What happens if you find more damage?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Why does my sealant keep splitting?
Movement is the usual cause. We seal baths full of water.
How do I stop mould in sealant?
Typically poor ventilation and moisture sitting on the joint. Mould-resistant silicone and good ventilation help.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You do not need to watch us work.
Common problems we fix in Blackwater
Even good sealant eventually discolours particularly in a well-used bathroom. Steam, soap and movement all wear it down.
People usually call us when they notice one of these:
- Leaks at the edges
- Black spots in the silicone
- Sealant that is split or lifting
- Gaps by the taps
What to look for in a quote
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- What preparation is included
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
What affects the price in Blackwater
You will not pay by the hour. The price is based on:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Access to the area
- The type of damage
- The material and finish
Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Getting a price from pictures
When you take your pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Any details about the material
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Natural light rather than flash
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
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DIY repairs versus a professional job
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Honest limits
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair will not fix:
- A flexing bath
- Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
- Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Basins & vanity units
- Wet rooms
- Baths
- Shower trays & enclosures
For landlords and businesses
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access.
For developers and builders, we fix 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.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Sinks and worktops
We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, with the joint fully dried first.
Baths
We fill the bath before sealing, so the joint is at its widest.
Covering Blackwater
Blackwater is about 2 miles north of Pokesdown, in Dorset. Across the BH23 area, we come to you. Blackwater is one of 462 towns and villages in Dorset where we work.
Every address in BH23 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on Hurn Road, Old Barn Road and Chalfont Avenue or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Holdenhurst (1 mile west), Jumpers Common (1 mile south), Townsend (1 mile south-west), Iford (1 mile south) and Hurn (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Christchurch (3 miles south-east), Wimborne Minster (8 miles west), Verwood (9 miles north), Ferndown (5 miles north-west), Broadstone (8 miles west) and Corfe Mullen (9 miles west).
Near you in Blackwater
Typical jobs here are in homes near Harewood College, Church of St John and Twynham Primary School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Christchurch station, roughly 1.7 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Christchurch (2 miles south-east) and The Museum of Electricity (1.8 miles south-east). Not far away are St Catherine's Hill.
How to look after the repair
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Keep the joints dry
- Air the room after use
- Reseal when black spots will not clean off
- Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
Avoid scraping the joints, and keep shampoo bottles off the joints.
Reseal before water gets in. Split or lifting sealant is a sign it’s time.
What we do, step by step
We work cleanly and quietly. We protect the area first, then the work takes around two hours. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.
- All the old sealant is cut out and removed.
- Next we clean the joint and deal with mould.
- We dry the joint thoroughly.
- For a bath, we fill it with water first so the joint is at its widest.
- New mould-resistant silicone goes on and is tooled to a neat finish, taps included.
How to prepare
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Get a quote
Email us a picture of the damage and one of the whole item, with your BH23 postcode, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
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