Highland · Scotland
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Charlestown, Highland
Bath resealing across Charlestown and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Gaps by the taps
- Silicone smeared on tiles
- Black mould in the sealant
Common problems we fix in Charlestown
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:
- Missing sealant behind the taps
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- Sealant that is split or lifting
- Leaks at the edges
Questions to ask before you book
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Who turns up on the day
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How the room is protected while they work
Bath resealing at your home in Charlestown
The key to a good reseal is getting all of the old silicone out. Fresh sealant does not stick to old, which is why many DIY jobs peel. If you’re dealing with silicone coming away from the tiles and leaks at the edges, we can normally put it right, on kitchen worktops & sinks, wet rooms and basins & vanity units alike.
We guarantee the work for a year. If something is not right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Where
- Charlestown (IV1)
- County
- Highland
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
For landlords and businesses
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
Repairs by material
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, for the same reason.
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest.
What happens on the day
From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes about two hours for a bath, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking or access
- Clear the area around the damage
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Getting 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 will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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Resealing in Charlestown: why it matters
Resealing is routine maintenance. Leaving split or mouldy sealant can let water reach the walls and floor, and that damage costs much more to fix. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Charlestown
- Typically one visit, start to finish
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- A fixed quote before you book
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
Take a look at our full price list.
How we price bath resealing
A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We take into account:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The type of damage
- How many items we do on one visit
- What the surface is made of
Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.
Quotes from your photos
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:
- Natural light rather than flash
- Any details about the material
- Where you are, by postcode
- A picture taken from further back
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath or shower, add your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
What a repair cannot fix
Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits too:
- Hidden water damage
- Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing
- Hollow or loose tiles
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we work on in Charlestown
- Wet rooms
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Basins & vanity units
How to care for the repair
Aftercare is simple:
- Keep bottles off the joints
- Air the room after use
- Use the extractor fan
- Give the seal a regular clean
Avoid scraping the joints, and don’t stand bottles on the seal.
Damp below or loose tiles need checking quickly. There may be more going on, so we will tell you if it needs a builder or plumber.
Where we work around Charlestown
Charlestown is about 3 miles north-west of Inverness, in Highland. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. We cover all 253 towns and villages in Highland, from the larger towns to small villages.
Our visits in IV1 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Main Street, Oakleigh Road and Bellfield Road. Nearby, we also work in North Kessock (1 mile north-west), Merkinch (1 mile south), Longman (2 miles south-east), Leachkin (2 miles south) and Millburn (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Inverness (3 miles south-east), Nairn (15 miles east), Cradlehall (5 miles east), Dingwall (9 miles north-west), Hilton (3 miles south-east) and Alness (13 miles north). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so call us to arrange it.
Near you in Charlestown
We visit homes around Inverness High School. The nearest railway station is Inverness station, roughly 2 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Eastgate Shopping Centre (2.1 miles south-east) and Clan Maclennan Museum (1.3 miles north). For a walk, there’s Ord Hill.
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Charlestown questions
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Yes, we frequently do. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
What happens if you find more damage?
If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.
Do you charge for travel?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
What happens next?
We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
Is my repair covered?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
My seal keeps tearing. Why?
Normally because the bath or tray moves. We seal baths full of water.
How long does a reseal take?
Around two hours for a bath, then it needs to cure.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Normally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
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