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Bath Resealing in Craigleith

Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone for homes and businesses in Craigleith and across Edinburgh. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.

  • A messy previous reseal
  • Black spots in the silicone
  • Sealant that’s split or lifting
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath resealing in Craigleith

What we do, step by step

It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, then carry out the work, which generally takes about two hours for a bath. If anything looks different from your photos, we will talk to you before going ahead.

  1. We protect the area and mask the joint lines.
  2. We remove the old sealant and every trace of residue.
  3. We clean, treat and dry the joint.
  4. We run a continuous bead of new silicone.
  5. We smooth the bead, remove the tape and leave it to cure.

How to prepare

  • Ensure the room can be ventilated
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible

How to get a price

We price from photos so you do not 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.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

How we handle bath resealing in Craigleith

A proper reseal starts with removing every trace of the old silicone. Fresh sealant doesn’t stick to old, which is why many DIY jobs peel. We work on basins & vanity units, wet rooms and baths, and people most often call us about leaks at the edges and sealant that’s split or lifting.

All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Edinburgh.

Where
Craigleith (EH4, EH5, EH3)
Region
Edinburgh
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Price
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Questions from Craigleith

My seal keeps tearing. Why?

Normally because the bath or tray moves. We seal baths full of water.

How much does bath resealing cost in Craigleith?

Every job gets a fixed quote based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.

Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?

In most cases. We remove the old repair before doing a new one.

What areas do you cover?

We cover the entire UK, including Craigleith and the rest of Edinburgh. Just include your postcode and we will offer you dates.

How long will it take?

Around two hours for a bath, plus curing time.

How soon can you come?

That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.

When can I use the bath after resealing?

Normally about a day later. We’ll tell you the exact time.

Are you accredited?

We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

Is resealing worth it?

Resealing costs very little and protects the walls and floor. Leaving failed sealant can let water cause damage that costs far more to fix. 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

  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • Everything repaired in place
  • A year’s guarantee on all work

See our pricing.

What your bath or shower is made of matters

Sinks and worktops

We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, once the joint is completely dry.

Shower trays

Trays are sealed with weight on them, so the joint is at its widest.

Covering Craigleith

Craigleith is about 2 miles north-west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Our repair technicians come to clients in Craigleith and nearby villages, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. Craigleith is one of 175 towns and villages in Edinburgh we cover.

All of EH4, EH5 and EH3 is within our area. That includes homes on Ferry Road, Orchard Road and Grigor Avenue. Other places close to Craigleith include East Pilton (1 mile north-west), Comely Bank (1 mile south-east), Crewe Toll (1 mile north-west), Inverleith (1 mile north-east) and Stockbridge (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Leith (3 miles north-east), Newington (3 miles south-east), Queensferry (7 miles west), Burgh Muir (3 miles south-east), Timber Bush (3 miles north-east) and Lochend (3 miles east).

Around Craigleith

Our customers here include homes close to Dean Parish Church, Stewart's Melville College and Hamilton's Bar & Kitchen. Nearby too are Broughton High School (within half a mile east), King George V Park (1.2 miles east), Gabrielle Keiller Library (0.7 miles south) and St Columba's Parish Church (0.9 miles west). For rail, the closest station is Haymarket station, about 1.2 miles south. Nearby you will also find Western General Hospital (less than half a mile west) and Edinburgh Castle (1.4 miles south-east). Not far away are Corstorphine Hill and Dunsapie Loch.

Map of Craigleith © OpenStreetMap contributors

Should I try a DIY kit first?

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

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.

For landlords and businesses

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.

Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

Keeping it looking good

To keep it looking its best for years:

  • Dry the seal after bathing
  • Reseal at the first sign of lifting
  • Air the room after use
  • Clean the joints with a mild cleaner

Good ventilation is the best protection, and wipe the joints after use.

Do not wait until water gets behind the bath. Split or lifting sealant is a sign it’s time.

Prices and what affects them

There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:

  • The material
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first

The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.

Send photos for a quote

Phone photos are fine, there’s no need for anything special. Just make sure we can see:

  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • The material, if you know it
  • Details of any past repairs

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or call us. We will say immediately whether it can be repaired.

What we can’t put right

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
  • Gaps too big for silicone alone
  • Loose tiles, which need refixing first

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.

What we work on

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