Plymouth · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Crabtree, Plymouth
Bath resealing across Crabtree and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- Gaps in the seal
Bath resealing at your home in Crabtree
The key to a good reseal is getting all of the old silicone out. New silicone won’t bond to old, which is why so many DIY reseals peel. We work on baths, wet rooms and kitchen worktops & sinks, and people most frequently call us about silicone coming away from the tiles and a messy previous reseal.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Location
- Crabtree (PL3, PL7, PL6)
- Region
- Plymouth
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Keeping it looking good
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Store bottles on a shelf
- Air the room after use
- Keep the joints dry
- Clean the sealant gently and regularly
Run the extractor fan, wipe the joints dry after use, and give them a regular clean with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.
Damp below or loose tiles need checking quickly. There may be more going on, and we’ll say if you need a builder or plumber.
What we can’t put right
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Very wide gaps that need a trim
- Hollow or loose tiles
- Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Basins & vanity units
- Wet rooms
- Baths
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
Landlords, agents and businesses in Crabtree
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Crabtree use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it generally costs far less than a refit.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
What we are called out for in Crabtree
Sealant does not last forever. Each shower leaves moisture and soap behind, which mould feeds on, and the joint moves slightly every time the bath is filled.
People usually call us after spotting something like this:
- Silicone smeared on tiles
- Stained silicone
- Damp near the bath
- Unsealed corners
Before booking anyone
- What prep work is covered
- Aftercare advice
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- What protection goes down before work starts
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Shower trays
Trays are sealed with weight on them, for the same reason.
Sinks and worktops
Basins, vanity units and kitchen worktops are resealed too, once the joint is completely dry.
Crabtree questions
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
Can you price it without visiting?
Typically, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Of course, and it usually saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and we will quote them together.
Do you come to Crabtree?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and travel to Crabtree and the rest of Plymouth. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Is it messy?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
How do I book?
Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.
Are you accredited?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Places near Crabtree
What else we do in Crabtree
Where we work around Crabtree
Crabtree is about 2 miles east of Hartley, in Plymouth. From the centre of Crabtree to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Crabtree is one of 59 towns and villages in Plymouth where we work.
Jobs in PL3, PL7 and PL6 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Pike Road, Manor Lane and Coypool Road, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Crabtree: Plympton (2 miles east), Plymstock (2 miles south), Elburton (2 miles south-east), Plympton St Maurice (2 miles east) and Sherford (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include North Prospect (3 miles west), Stoke (3 miles west), Ford (3 miles west), Ham (3 miles west), Pennycross (3 miles west) and Keyham (4 miles west).
What’s near Crabtree
Our customers here include homes close to Lipson Co-operative Academy, Woodford Primary School and Efford Library. Also close by are Church of St Mary (0.8 miles south-west) and Marsh Mills pub (under half a mile north). For rail, the closest station is Plymouth station, about 2.5 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Elizabethan House Museum (2.5 miles south-west) and Drake Circus Shopping Centre (2.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Crabtree includes Crown Hill Down.
What we do, step by step
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can carry on at home. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes a couple of hours. Before we leave, we explain how soon it can be used and how to care for it.
- We protect the area and mask the joint lines.
- We remove the old sealant and every trace of residue.
- The joint is cleaned, treated and dried.
- Fresh silicone is applied in a continuous bead.
- The bead is smoothed, the tape removed and the seal left to cure.
Before we arrive
- Open a window if you can
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos through our quote form or call us. We will say immediately if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
Resealing in Crabtree: why it matters
A reseal is one of the cheapest bathroom jobs there is. Leaving failed sealant can let water cause damage that costs far more to fix. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why book with us
- No extra charge for your area
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
See our prices page.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
