Orkney Islands · Scotland
Bath Resealing for Cairston homes
Bath resealing across Cairston and nearby, usually in one visit.
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
- An untidy old seal
- Gaps by the taps
Bath resealing in Cairston without replacing anything
All of the old sealant is cut out, deal with any mould, and apply fresh mould-resistant silicone. We do this for baths, showers, sinks and worktops, and that includes the awkward spots behind the taps. If you’re dealing with missing sealant behind the taps and sealant that’s split or lifting, we can normally put it right.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.
- Where
- Cairston (KW16)
- Region
- Orkney Islands
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Common problems we fix in Cairston
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.
If you can see any of these, send us a photo:
- Unsealed corners
- A messy previous reseal
- Damp near the bath
- Old sealant that looks dirty
Before you book anyone
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Who turns up on the day
What happens on the day
When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take around two hours. We clean up when we’re done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- We protect the area and mask the joint lines.
- Old sealant and residue are removed.
- We clean, treat and dry the joint.
- Fresh silicone is applied in a continuous bead.
- 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
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Get a quote
There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Advice
DIY repairs versus a professional job
For a hairline mark somewhere you will 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, a professional repair is worth it.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- How many areas need work
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Whether we combine several jobs
- What kind of damage it is
It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you will get a fixed figure.
How to get a fixed price
Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Details of any past repairs
- A picture taken from further back
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- What it’s made of, if you know
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
More services for Cairston
Work for landlords and builders
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Cairston as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip.
Why reseal now?
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 is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking, with no extras added later.
Why book with us
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- No extra charge for your area
- One visit for most repairs
See our prices page.
How to care for the repair
It’s all simple stuff:
- Reseal at the first sign of lifting
- Run the extractor fan during and after showers
- Store bottles on a shelf
- 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 is not just unsightly. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.
FAQs for Cairston
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Do you cover the whole of the Orkney Islands?
We work UK-wide, so Cairston is covered. Our prices are the same everywhere.
Can you reseal over the old silicone?
Never over old. It’s removed, cleaned off and the joint dried first.
How soon can you come?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send pictures with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Is there a call-out fee?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
What happens if you find more damage?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Can you price it without visiting?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Covering Cairston
Cairston is about 11 miles west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. Anywhere in KW16, we carry out the work at your property. Cairston is one of 51 towns and villages in the Orkney Islands we cover.
Every address in KW16 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Cairston include Stromness (1 mile south-west), Clouston (2 miles east), Stenness (2 miles east), Wasbister (3 miles north) and Grimeston (4 miles north-east). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so call us to arrange it.
Local landmarks in Cairston
We visit homes around stromness primary school, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Stromness Museum (1.7 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Loch of Stenness and Brodgar RSPB Reserve.
What your bath or shower is made of matters
Baths
We fill the bath before sealing, to open the joint fully.
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, so the joint is at its widest.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
