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Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Burscott, Devon

Bath resealing across Burscott and nearby, generally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.

  • Black mould in the sealant
  • Unsealed corners
  • Discoloured, yellow sealant
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book bath resealing in Burscott

Bath resealing in Burscott without replacing anything

A good reseal is all about preparation: old silicone removed, mould treated, the joint cleaned and dried. Only then does the new sealant go on, in a neat, continuous bead. Typical jobs include silicone smeared on tiles and sealant that’s split or lifting, on baths, shower trays & enclosures and kitchen worktops & sinks.

Every job is backed for twelve months in Burscott and everywhere else. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.

Area
Burscott (EX39)
Area hub
Devon
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quote
Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Why it’s worth resealing in Burscott

Putting new silicone over old doesn’t last. It soon peels, and mould stays trapped behind it. A proper reseal removes the old first. A repair normally costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.

Why book with us

  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited

Read our pricing.

Covering Burscott

Burscott is about 8 miles west of Bideford, in Devon. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there’s no waiting around. We cover all 586 towns and villages in Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.

We cover every part of EX39. Whether you live on Wrinkleberry Lane and Winsworthy or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. We also travel to Higher Clovelly (1 mile north-west), Clovelly (1 mile north), Woolfardisworthy (2 miles south-east), Buck's Cross (2 miles east) and Hartland (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Bideford (8 miles east), Braunton (13 miles north-east), Roundswell (15 miles east), East-the-Water (9 miles east), Northam (9 miles north-east) and Westward Ho! (8 miles north-east).

Landmarks near Burscott

We visit homes around St Peter's Chapel and The New Inn Hotel and the streets around them. Green spaces nearby include Meddon Green Local Nature Reserve.

Map of Burscott © OpenStreetMap contributors

Prices and what affects them

There’s no charge for travel to Burscott. The price comes down to:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • What the surface is made of
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • What kind of damage it is

Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

Getting a price from photos

You can typically get a fixed price without us visiting. To help us price it:

  • A photo taken from further back
  • Any details about the material
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.

When a repair isn’t the answer

We would rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so these are the limits:

  • Hidden water damage
  • Gaps too big for silicone alone
  • Hollow or loose tiles

Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.

Materials we work on in Burscott

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

Your questions about bath resealing in Burscott

Do you charge for travel?

There’s no separate call-out charge. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.

Is it messy?

Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.

Why does my sealant keep splitting?

Something is moving. If it keeps happening, the support may need fixing.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted.

Do the materials smell?

There can be some smell while we work. It clears as the materials cure.

Can you reseal over the old silicone?

All the old sealant comes out. Fresh silicone doesn’t stick to old.

What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

Your quote covers the damage in the photos. If there’s more, we will tell you before starting.

Can pets and children be at home?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.

Can I fix it myself?

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

What your bath or shower is made of matters

Baths

Baths are resealed with water in them, to open the joint fully.

Shower trays

Trays are sealed with weight on them, so the joint is at its widest.

Looking after it afterwards

So the finish stays in good condition:

  • Clean the sealant gently and regularly
  • Keep bottles off the joints
  • Keep the joints dry
  • Ventilate the bathroom well

Good ventilation is the best protection, and dry the joints after bathing to keep mould away.

Mouldy sealant is more than a cosmetic problem; it shows moisture is getting in. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.

Signs you need bath resealing in Burscott

Joints split if the bath or tray moves, often because it was sealed while the bath was empty.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • Silicone smeared on tiles
  • Silicone coming away from the tiles
  • Gaps by the taps
  • Mould you cannot clean out

What your quote should include

  • What aftercare is recommended
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • How the room is protected while they work

How to compare quotes

What happens on the day

We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes a couple of hours in most cases. The room is left tidy.

  1. All the old sealant is cut out and removed.
  2. The joint is cleaned and any mould treated.
  3. We dry the joint thoroughly.
  4. Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
  5. We apply new mould-resistant silicone and tool it to a neat finish, including around the taps.

Before we arrive

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift

Getting a price

To get a price, send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Send pictures for a quote

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