Cambridgeshire · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Cottenham, Cambridgeshire
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Cottenham. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
- Damp near the bath
- Gaps by the taps
When to call us in Cottenham
In time, even good sealant discolours. Steam, soap and movement all take their toll.
Contact us if you’ve noticed any of these:
- Gaps by the taps
- A messy previous reseal
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
- Leaks at the edges
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Aftercare advice
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
About our bath resealing in Cottenham
Baths, trays, basins and kitchen worktops all get resealed. A typical reseal takes a couple of hours, plus curing time. Our repair technicians work on kitchen worktops & sinks, basins & vanity units and wet rooms, and common reasons people contact us are old sealant that looks dirty and black spots in the silicone.
Every job is backed for twelve months. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Location
- Cottenham (CB24)
- County
- Cambridgeshire
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we work around Cottenham
Cottenham is about 6 miles north of Cambridge, in Cambridgeshire. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. Cottenham is one of 371 towns and villages in Cambridgeshire where we work. Our jobs stretch from Cottenham to London (about 55 miles away).
Our technicians cover all of CB24 and the streets around it. Jobs here include addresses on High Street, Franklin Gardens and Lyles Road and the roads around them. Being close to the B1049, Cottenham is easy for our technicians to reach. Other places close to Cottenham include Landbeach (2 miles south-east), Histon (2 miles south), Impington (3 miles south), Waterbeach (3 miles south-east) and Milton (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Cambridge (6 miles south), Huntingdon (13 miles west), St Ives (9 miles west), Newmarket (12 miles east), Ely (10 miles north-east) and Cambourne (9 miles south-west).
What’s near Cottenham
In Cottenham, that means homes near Church of All Saints, Cottenham Village College and Cottenham Primary School. Cottenham’s nearest station is Waterbeach station, about 3.5 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include The Farmland Museum (2.5 miles east). Open spaces near Cottenham include Doghouse Grove.
Different materials, different repairs
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest.
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, for the same reason.
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How to look after the repair
It’s all simple stuff:
- Don’t stand toiletries on the seal
- Let steam out after showers
- Use the extractor fan
- Keep the joints dry
Let it cure fully before using the bath or shower, normally about a day.
Damp below or loose tiles need checking quickly. There may be more going on, and we will say if you need a builder or plumber.
What we do, step by step
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and start once you’re happy with the plan. It typically takes about two hours for a bath, and you can get on with other things while we are there.
- We cut out all of the old sealant.
- Residue is removed and the joint cleaned.
- We treat mould and dry the joint thoroughly.
- We fill the bath, or weight the tray, to open the joint.
- New mould-resistant silicone is applied and tooled neatly.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Ask for a price
Most customers in Cottenham get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Advice
Questions from Cottenham
How do I get a price for bath resealing in Cottenham?
The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before booking.
What happens if you find more damage?
We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Will there be a smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It fades as everything cures.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We look at the photos and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we’ll ask for another photo.
Do you charge for travel?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.
Why does my sealant keep splitting?
The bath or tray is probably flexing. If it keeps happening, the support may need fixing.
Landlord and trade work in Cottenham
For anyone letting property in or around Cottenham, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send pictures for each address and we will price them together.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, pictures and access details.
When we would advise against a repair
To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:
- Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
- Hollow or loose tiles
- Gaps too big for silicone alone
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Wet rooms
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Basins & vanity units
- Baths
DIY kit or professional repair?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. 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.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
Why reseal now?
Compared with repairing water damage, resealing is cheap. It’s quick, tidy and protects your home. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Cottenham
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Nothing taken out or refitted
Take a look at our pricing.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
