East Lothian · Scotland
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Bolton, East Lothian
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone in Bolton, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Sealant that is split or lifting
- Stained silicone
- Unsealed corners
How we handle bath resealing in Bolton
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint opens fully, which stops the new seal tearing the first time the bath is used. Common call-outs are for leaks at the edges and discoloured, yellow sealant, on wet rooms, kitchen worktops & sinks and baths.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Location
- Bolton (EH41)
- County
- East Lothian
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What we can’t put right
Not everything can be repaired, and we will tell you before we start. We can’t fix:
- Water damage behind the bath that needs a builder
- A flexing bath
- Gaps too big for silicone alone
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials we repair
- Baths
- Basins & vanity units
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Wet rooms
Common questions in Bolton
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Do I have to be there?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
How long does silicone take to cure?
You’ll get the curing time from us, normally around a day.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, we frequently do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.
Do the materials smell?
Expect a mild smell while we are working that clears as it cures.
When can you do it?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Bolton and nearby
Bolton is about 2 miles south of Haddington, in East Lothian. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Bolton is one of 48 towns and villages in East Lothian where we work. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 16 miles away.
Here we cover the EH41 postcode area. If you are just outside Bolton, we cover Dovecote (2 miles north), Gifford (2 miles south-east), East Saltoun (2 miles south-west), Haddington (2 miles north) and Gladsmuir (3 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Musselburgh (10 miles west), Dunbar (12 miles north-east), Tranent (6 miles west), North Berwick (10 miles north), Prestonpans (8 miles west) and Cockenzie and Port Seton (7 miles north-west).
Near you in Bolton
We visit homes around Bolton Parish Church and Knox Academy and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Roodlands General Hospital (2.5 miles north) and East Saltoun Old Castle (2.4 miles south-west). Not far away are Skid Hill.
What we do, step by step
There’s not much you need to do on the day. Let us in and show us the room, and we will take it from there. Most visits take around two hours, including clearing up.
- We protect the area and mask the joint lines.
- Old sealant and residue are removed.
- We clean, treat and dry the joint.
- We run a continuous bead of new silicone.
- We smooth the bead, remove the tape and leave it to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
Ask for a price
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Advice
Towns and villages near Bolton
Also in Bolton
Signs you need bath resealing in Bolton
Even good sealant eventually discolours, especially in a busy family bathroom. Steam, soap and movement all wear it down.
Clients typically contact us about:
- Gaps by the taps
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- Black spots in the silicone
- Damp near the bath
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if they find more damage
- Who will actually do the work
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- How to care for the finish
Is resealing worth it?
Resealing costs very little. Failed sealant can lead to water damage that is much more expensive. We do not 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.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Bolton
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- One-year guarantee on every repair
Read our prices page.
DIY kit or professional repair?
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Bolton
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Bolton use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
What your bath or shower is made of matters
Sinks and worktops
We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, with the joint fully dried first.
Baths
We fill the bath before sealing, to open the joint fully.
Prices and what affects them
We charge the same across the UK, including Bolton. The price reflects:
- The material and finish
- The colour and finish to match
- How much damage there is
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Quotes from your pictures
Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
