Isle of Wight · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Bowcombe, Isle of Wight
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone in Bowcombe, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Unsealed corners
- A messy previous reseal
- Black mould in the sealant
Signs you need bath resealing in Bowcombe
No sealant lasts for ever. Each shower leaves moisture and soap behind, which mould feeds on, and the joint flexes each time the bath fills.
The most common problems we are called about are:
- Unsealed corners
- Damp near the bath
- Sealant that’s split or lifting
- Stained silicone
What to look for in a quote
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Whether they match the colour on site
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
Bath resealing in Bowcombe, done in place
We reseal baths, shower trays, basins and worktops. A typical reseal takes a couple of hours, then it needs to cure. We work on wet rooms, shower trays & enclosures and kitchen worktops & sinks, and the jobs we see most are mould you can’t clean out and leaks at the edges.
You are covered after we leave: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before booking.
- Where
- Bowcombe (PO30)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
When we would advise against a repair
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- Hidden water damage
- Loose tiles, which need refixing first
- Movement in the bath or tray
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Wet rooms
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Basins & vanity units
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Baths
Questions from Bowcombe
Why does mould come back so fast?
Mostly moisture and poor ventilation. We use mould-resistant silicone, and ventilation helps it last.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Will there be a smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
When can I use the bath after resealing?
Normally about a day later. We confirm before we leave.
Can pets and children be at home?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
Why does the silicone keep cracking?
Typically because the bath or tray moves, or it was sealed with the bath empty. We fill the bath before sealing it.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
Do you cover Bowcombe?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Bowcombe and the rest of Isle of Wight. Send pictures and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Where we work around Bowcombe
Bowcombe is about 2 miles south-west of Newport, in Isle of Wight. Whether you’re in the middle of Bowcombe or on the outskirts, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We work in all 125 towns and villages in Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Bowcombe to London (about 78 miles away).
Our technicians cover all of PO30 and the streets around it. Close by, we cover Plaish (1 mile north-east), Clatterford (1 mile north-east), Carisbrooke (1 mile north-east), Gunville (1 mile north-east) and Gatcombe (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ryde (8 miles east), Cowes (6 miles north), Sandown (8 miles east), Shanklin (8 miles south-east), Ventnor (8 miles south-east) and East Cowes (6 miles north-east). For island and remote addresses, ring us first and we’ll plan the trip.
Near you in Bowcombe
We visit homes around Christ The King College, The Blacksmiths Arms and Church of St. Nicholas in Castro. Nearby you will also find Whitecroft Hospital (1.6 miles east) and Isle of Wight Music Museum (2.3 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Brighstone Down.
Towns and villages near Bowcombe
Other services in Bowcombe
Prices and what affects them
We give every job a fixed price from photos. This is what makes a difference:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- What kind of damage it is
- Unusual colours or finishes
- The material and finish
A repair normally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
How to get a fixed quote
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- A picture taken from further back
- Where you are, by postcode
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Any details about the material
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
For landlords and businesses
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Bowcombe use us as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
What your bath or shower is made of matters
Shower trays
Trays are sealed with weight on them, for the same reason.
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest.
Why it’s worth resealing in Bowcombe
Putting new silicone over old doesn’t last. It soon peels, and mould stays trapped behind it. A proper reseal removes the old first. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Bowcombe
- We leave the room as we found it
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
See our prices page.
What happens on the day
Here’s how a visit generally runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and tidy away. Plan for around two hours. Before we go, we’ll explain how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- We cut out and remove all of the old sealant.
- We clean the joint and treat any mould.
- We ensure the joint is completely dry.
- Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
- We apply new mould-resistant silicone and tool it to a neat finish, taps included.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Ask for a price
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Related advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
