West Berkshire · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Colthrop, West Berkshire
Bath resealing for Colthrop, without a refit. Get a fixed quote from your photos, then book a visit.
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- Black mould in the sealant
- Missing sealant behind the taps
What affects the price in Colthrop
We charge the same across the UK, including Colthrop. The price reflects:
- The material and finish
- How easy the damage is to reach
- What kind of damage it is
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Getting a price from photos
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
You do not need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Bath resealing in Colthrop without replacing anything
Preparation is everything in a reseal: old silicone removed, mould treated, the joint cleaned and dried. Then the fresh sealant goes on, as one neat, continuous bead. We regularly repair baths, wet rooms and basins & vanity units, and people most frequently call us about leaks at the edges and gaps in the seal.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are not left on your own once we have gone.
- Area
- Colthrop (RG19, RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How the visit works
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and start once you’re happy with the plan. Most jobs take a couple of hours, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- The old silicone is cut out completely.
- Residue is removed and the joint cleaned.
- Any mould is treated and the joint dried.
- The bath is filled with water, or weight put on the tray.
- We apply fresh mould-resistant silicone and tool a neat bead.
Before we arrive
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
How to get a price
We price from photos so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.
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What a repair cannot fix
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Hollow or loose tiles
- A flexing bath
- Gaps too big for silicone alone
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we work on
- Wet rooms
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Basins & vanity units
- Baths
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What your bath or shower is made of matters
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, so the joint is at its widest.
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest.
Colthrop and nearby
Colthrop is about 1 mile east of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Jobs in Colthrop are booked in like any other job: a fixed price from your photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Colthrop is one of 155 places in West Berkshire we cover. We work right across the region, from Colthrop to London (about 50 miles away).
We work across the RG19 and RG18 postcode area and the streets around it. We regularly work on streets such as Bath Road, Ashman Road and Fokerham Road. We also cover the places around Colthrop: Crookham (2 miles south-east), Hyde End (2 miles south-east), Heads Hill (2 miles south-west), Mill Green (2 miles south) and Goose Hill (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Newbury (4 miles west), Burghfield Common (8 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles west), Hungerford (12 miles west), Spencers Wood (12 miles east) and Calcot (9 miles east).
Landmarks near Colthrop
Around Colthrop, we work in homes near The Swan pub, Kennet School and St Mary's Church, among other places. The closest station to Colthrop is Thatcham station, about 0.5 miles south-west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.6 miles south-west) and Donnington Castle (4.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Thatcham Reed Beds.
Common questions in Colthrop
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
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.
Do you work in Colthrop?
Yes, we do. We send a technician to Colthrop for every job, with no extra charge for travel.
How long before I can shower?
Typically after around 24 hours. We confirm before we leave.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted.
Do the materials smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It fades as everything cures.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Colthrop
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Colthrop as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
For anyone letting property in or around Colthrop, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Why reseal now?
A professional reseal costs little compared with water damage. It’s a quick job that protects your walls and floors. 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’ll get a fixed figure.
What you get with us
- Work done at your home or business
- A fixed quote before you book
- We leave the room as we found it
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
Read our full price list.
Keeping it looking good
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Wipe the joints dry after use
- Give the seal a regular clean
- Reseal at the first sign of lifting
- Open a window after bathing
Run the extractor fan, wipe the joints dry after use, and clean them regularly with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.
Mouldy sealant is more than a cosmetic problem, it’s a sign moisture is sitting in the joint. Resealing early keeps water out of the walls and floor.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
