Leicestershire · England
Bath Resealing for Desford homes
Local bath resealing for Desford: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.
- Black spots in the silicone
- An untidy old seal
- Discoloured, yellow sealant
Aftercare tips
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Use the extractor fan
- Don’t stand toiletries on the seal
- Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
- Let steam out after showers
Do not scrape the sealant with anything sharp, and do not stand bottles on the seal.
Mouldy sealant is more than a cosmetic problem; it shows moisture is getting in. Resealing early keeps water out of the walls and floor.
Bath resealing in Desford without replacing anything
Resealing is quick, but it transforms the look. Clean, white joints make a bathroom look cared for, and they keep water out. Common call-outs are for old sealant that looks dirty and sealant that’s split or lifting, across basins & vanity units, wet rooms and baths.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.
- Area
- Desford (LE9)
- Region
- Leicestershire
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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Materials and what they mean for the repair
Sinks and worktops
Basins, vanity units and kitchen worktops are resealed too, with the joint fully dried first.
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest.
When to call us in Desford
Black mould is the most common reason people reseal. It grows into the sealant itself, so cleaning only removes the surface.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- A messy previous reseal
- Discoloured, yellow sealant
- Black mould in the sealant
- Unsealed corners
Before you book anyone
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- How changes to the job are handled
- What protection goes down before work starts
What affects the price in Desford
Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- Access to the area
- How hard the colour is to match
- How many areas need work
- Whether we combine several jobs
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Quotes from your pictures
You can generally get a fixed quote without us visiting. To help us price it:
- Any details about the material
- A picture taken from further back
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Something in shot to show the size
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed price.
Where we work around Desford
Desford is about 7 miles north-east of Hinckley, in Leicestershire. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Our technicians cover 287 places in Leicestershire. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 27 miles away.
Our visits in LE9 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include High Street, Main Street and Station Road. We also travel to Newtown Unthank (1 mile north-east), Peckleton Common (1 mile south), Botcheston (1 mile north), Leicester Forest West (2 miles south-east) and Kirby Muxloe (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Loughborough (11 miles north), Hinckley (7 miles south-west), Wigston (8 miles east), Coalville (7 miles north), Ashby-de-la-Zouch (11 miles north-west) and Shepshed (10 miles north).
Near you in Desford
In Desford, that means homes near Church of St Martin, Desford Community Primary School and The Blue Bell Inn and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Kirby Muxloe Castle (3 miles east) and Glenfield Hospital (5.4 miles north-east). Open spaces near Desford include Sheet Hedges Wood and Croft Hill.
Questions from Desford
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
How long does a reseal take?
Around two hours for a bath, plus curing time.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
In most cases. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send photos.
What happens next?
We review the photos and send a fixed quote with dates.
Do you charge for travel?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Can you reseal over the old silicone?
Never over old. It’s removed, cleaned off and the joint dried first.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.
Will the price change on the day?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. If there is more, we will tell you before starting.
Why reseal now?
Resealing is routine maintenance. Leaving split or mouldy sealant lets water get behind the bath or tray, and that damage costs much more to fix. The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Desford
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Same prices wherever you are
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
See our pricing.
What happens on the day
When we visit, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job normally takes about two hours for a bath. We clean up when we’re done and let you know when you can use it again.
- 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.
- We smooth the bead, remove the tape and leave it to cure.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Clear the area around the damage
Ask for a price
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and businesses in Desford
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
When we’d advise against a repair
We will not take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
- Tiles that move, until they’re refixed
- Very wide gaps that need a trim
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
What we work on
- Wet rooms
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Basins & vanity units
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
