Staffordshire · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Burston, Staffordshire
Bath resealing in and around Burston: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
- A messy previous reseal
- Black spots in the silicone
About our bath resealing in Burston
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. We’re often asked to fix missing sealant behind the taps and discoloured, yellow sealant, on wet rooms, kitchen worktops & sinks and baths.
All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Burston (ST18)
- County
- Staffordshire
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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.
Shower trays
Trays are sealed with weight on them, so the joint is at its widest.
Also in Burston
Why reseal now?
Putting new silicone over old doesn’t last. It soon peels, and mould stays trapped behind it. We remove the old sealant completely. No two jobs are quite the same, 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 combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Burston
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- One price list for the entire UK
- Most jobs done in one visit
See our pricing.
What we do, step by step
Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so there are no surprises. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. It normally takes about two hours for a bath, and we will keep you posted as we go.
- We cut out and remove all of the old sealant.
- Next we clean the joint and deal with mould.
- We ensure the joint is completely dry.
- We fill a bath with water before sealing so the gap is at its widest.
- We apply new mould-resistant silicone and tool it to a neat finish, including around the taps.
Before we arrive
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
How to get a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job without visiting.
Related advice
Our work in Burston
Burston is about 3 miles south-east of Stone, in Staffordshire. We visit homes and businesses in Burston and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. We cover all 512 towns and villages across Staffordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 29 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: ST18. Streets in the area include Shruggs Lane, Lichfield Road and Butterhill Bank. Other places close to Burston include Sandon (1 mile south-east), Smallrice (1 mile north-east), Dayhills (2 miles north-east), Salt (2 miles south-east) and Sandonbank (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Stafford (5 miles south), Newcastle-under-Lyme (12 miles north-west), Cannock (12 miles south), Longton (8 miles north), Rugeley (10 miles south-east) and Burntwood (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Burston
Around Burston, we work in homes near St Rufin's. For rail, the closest station is Stone station, roughly 3.7 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Stafford Hospital (4.2 miles south) and Chartley Castle (4.5 miles east). Open spaces near Burston include Doxey Marshes.
When we’d advise against a repair
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
- Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing
- Loose tiles, which need refixing first
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Baths
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Basins & vanity units
- Wet rooms
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
Burston questions
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Is there a call-out fee?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, so the repair isn’t disturbed while it cures.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit usually costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, often. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
What do you need from me?
Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Keeping it looking good
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Air the room after use
- Use the extractor fan
- Replace the seal when mould sets in
- Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
Good ventilation is the best protection, and wipe the joints after use to keep mould away.
Black mould in sealant isn’t just unsightly, it’s a sign moisture is sitting in the joint. Resealing early keeps water out of the walls and floor.
Prices and what affects them
A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We look at:
- The type of damage
- How hard the colour is to match
- How many items we do on one visit
- What the surface is made of
Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it.
Quotes from your photos
You can usually get a fixed price without us visiting. To help us price it:
- Any details about the material
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
If you’re in Burston and want a price, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Can I fix it myself?
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
When to call us in Burston
Most reseals are because of black mould. It grows into the sealant itself, so cleaning cannot get it all out.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- An untidy old seal
- Missing sealant behind the taps
- Sealant that’s split or lifting
- Stained silicone
Comparing quotes
- How changes to the job are handled
- What prep work is covered
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Who turns up on the day
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
