Aberdeenshire · Scotland

Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Cottown, Aberdeenshire

Bath resealing across Cottown and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.

  • Black mould in the sealant
  • Gaps by the taps
  • An untidy old seal
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath resealing in Cottown

How we handle bath resealing in Cottown

All of the old sealant is cut out, treat 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. We work on basins & vanity units, kitchen worktops & sinks and shower trays & enclosures, and people most frequently call us about water getting behind the bath or tray and sealant that’s split or lifting.

Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before you book.

Roll-top bath being refinished by a Surface Doctor technician
Area
Cottown (AB51)
County
Aberdeenshire
Cover
12 months on all our work
Price
Fixed and free, based on pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

What bath resealing costs

We price every job individually, from your pictures. The main factors are:

  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • What kind of damage it is
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • How hard the colour is to match

A repair generally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Quotes from your photos

When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • One picture of the whole bath or shower
  • Any details about the material
  • Details of any past repairs
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates

A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole bath or shower, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.

Honest limits

It helps to know what we cannot do too:

  • Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing
  • Water damage behind the bath that needs a builder
  • Movement in the bath or tray

Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.

What we work on

  • Wet rooms
  • Baths
  • Shower trays & enclosures
  • Kitchen worktops & sinks
  • Basins & vanity units

What your bath or shower is made of matters

Baths

Baths are resealed with water in them, to open the joint fully.

Sinks and worktops

We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, with the joint fully dried first.

Aftercare tips

It’s all simple stuff:

  • Do not stand toiletries on the seal
  • Air the room after use
  • Replace the seal when mould sets in
  • Clean the sealant gently and regularly

Keep the room well ventilated, and dry the joints after bathing.

Reseal before water gets in. Split or lifting sealant is a sign it’s time.

About Cottown

Cottown is about 4 miles south of Inverurie, in Aberdeenshire. Jobs in Cottown are booked in like any other job: a fixed price from your pictures, then a visit to do the work. We cover all 161 towns and villages in Aberdeenshire.

Here we cover the AB51 postcode area. Cottown is on the B994, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to Cottown include Kintore (1 mile east), Port Elphinstone (3 miles north), Kinellar (3 miles south-east), Garioch (4 miles north) and Inverurie (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Westhill (6 miles south-east), Ellon (15 miles north-east), Banchory (13 miles south), Oldmeldrum (8 miles north), Alford (12 miles west) and Insch (11 miles north-west). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so call us to arrange it.

What’s near Cottown

In Cottown, that means homes near Kemnay Academy, among other places. The closest station to Cottown is Kintore station, roughly 1.6 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Hallforest Castle (0.7 miles east) and Little Treasures: Toy Museum & Shop (1.4 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Scroggie Hill.

Map of Cottown © OpenStreetMap contributors

How the visit works

A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and tidy away. Allow about two hours for a bath. Before we go, we’ll explain when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.

  1. The surrounding area is protected and the joints masked.
  2. We remove the old sealant and every trace of residue.
  3. The joint is cleaned, treated and dried.
  4. We run a continuous bead of new silicone.
  5. The bead is smoothed, the tape removed and the seal left to cure.

How to prepare

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access

Ask for a price

We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.

Get a fixed price

Advice

DIY repairs versus a professional job

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

Why reseal now?

Resealing costs very little, and it protects everything around the bath. Leaving failed sealant can let water cause damage that costs far more to fix. Compared with replacing, repairing typically costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Why Cottown clients choose us

  • A fixed quote before you book
  • No extra charge for your area
  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Rooms protected and left tidy

See our prices page.

Do you need bath resealing in Cottown?

A bathroom without good ventilation is hard on sealant: damp hangs around, and mould grows faster.

Look out for any of the following:

  • Silicone smeared on tiles
  • Unsealed corners
  • Water getting behind the bath or tray
  • Black spots in the silicone

Comparing quotes

  • How long it needs to cure
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • How the colour is matched
  • What happens if they find more damage

How to compare quotes

Cottown questions

What areas do you cover?

Across the UK, so Cottown is covered. Our prices are the same everywhere.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.

Do you cover Cottown?

Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Cottown from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

Of course. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.

My seal keeps tearing. Why?

The bath or tray is probably flexing. Persistent splitting can mean the support needs attention.

Is there a guarantee?

Yes: twelve months. If there’s a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.

Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?

Yes, we often do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

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