Hertfordshire · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Charlton, Hertfordshire
Bath resealing across Charlton and nearby, usually in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Leaks at the edges
- Silicone smeared on tiles
- Missing sealant behind the taps
Bath resealing at your home in Charlton
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest, so the seal doesn’t tear when the bath is first used. Whether it’s black mould in the sealant and an untidy old seal, we can generally put it right, on baths, basins & vanity units and wet rooms alike.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Hertfordshire.
- Area
- Charlton (SG5)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Charlton use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details and we will handle the rest.
Repairs by material
Sinks and worktops
We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, with the joint fully dried first.
Baths
We fill the bath before sealing, so the joint is at its widest.
DIY kit or professional repair?
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.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
What happens on the day
From the moment we arrive, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes a couple of hours, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- The surrounding area is protected and the joints masked.
- We remove the old sealant and every trace of residue.
- We clean, treat and dry the joint.
- Fresh silicone is applied in a continuous bead.
- The bead is smoothed, the tape removed and the seal left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure the area is dry
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Get a quote
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.
Advice
Signs you need bath resealing in Charlton
Most reseals are because of black mould. It grows into the sealant itself, so cleaning cannot get it all out.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- Missing sealant behind the taps
- Silicone smeared on tiles
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- Mould you cannot clean out
What your quote should include
- What prep work is covered
- How to care for the finish
- How changes to the job are handled
- Who turns up on the day
What else we do in Charlton
Charlton questions
How long before I can shower?
We will give you the curing time.
Is my repair covered?
Yes: twelve months. If there’s a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
What do you need from me?
Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Typically, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Do you cover Charlton?
Yes. We cover the whole UK and travel to Charlton and the rest of Hertfordshire. Send photos and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Is there a call-out fee?
We don’t add a call-out fee. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.
How do I stop mould in sealant?
Damp is the cause. Ventilation and drying keep it clean longer.
What a repair can’t fix
In fairness, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing
- Loose tiles, which need refixing first
- Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
What we work on
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Basins & vanity units
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Wet rooms
About Charlton
Charlton is about 1 mile south-west of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. Across the SG5 area, a technician comes to you. Our repair technicians cover all 381 towns and villages across Hertfordshire. We work right across the region, from Charlton to London (about 31 miles away).
Every address in SG5 is covered. We also cover the places around Charlton: Gosmore (1 mile south-east), Hitchin (1 mile north-east), Benslow (1 mile north-east), Bearton (1 mile north) and Westmill (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Hemel Hempstead (15 miles south-west), Stevenage (5 miles south-east), St Albans (13 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (11 miles south), Harpenden (9 miles south) and Hatfield (12 miles south).
Around Charlton
Around Charlton, we work in homes near Highbury Infant School and Nursery, Kingshott School and Hitchin Boys' School. Other local landmarks include St Mary's Church (0.8 miles north-east), The Three Moorhens Public House (0.5 miles east), Butts Close (0.9 miles north) and St Mary's Church (0.8 miles north-east). The nearest railway station is Hitchin station, about 1.4 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find North Hertfordshire Museum (0.8 miles north-east) and Lister Hospital (3.3 miles east). Not far away are Markham's Hill and Oughtonhead Nature Reserve.
Prices and what affects them
Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:
- How many items we do on one visit
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The colour and finish to match
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Getting a price from photos
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Any details about the material
For a price in Charlton, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Why it’s worth resealing in Charlton
Resealing is a small job. Leaving split or mouldy sealant can let water reach the walls and floor, which costs far more to put right. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Charlton
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- One visit for most repairs
- One price list for the whole UK
Read our prices page.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
