Midlothian · Scotland
Bath Resealing for Dewartown homes
Bath resealing across Dewartown and nearby, generally in one visit.
- A messy previous reseal
- Discoloured, yellow sealant
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
Different materials, different repairs
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, to open the joint fully.
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, for the same reason.
About our bath resealing in Dewartown
A good reseal is all about preparation: old silicone removed, mould treated, the joint cleaned and dried. Then the fresh sealant goes on, in a neat, continuous bead. Typical jobs include silicone smeared on tiles and stained silicone, on shower trays & enclosures, basins & vanity units and wet rooms.
Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before you book.
- Area
- Dewartown (EH23)
- Region
- Midlothian
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What a repair can’t fix
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- Hidden water damage
- A bath or tray that moves, until its support is fixed
- Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Basins & vanity units
- Wet rooms
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
What we are called out for in Dewartown
Black mould is the most common reason people reseal. It grows into the sealant itself, so cleaning can’t get it all out.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Gaps by the taps
- An untidy old seal
- Mould you cannot clean out
- Gaps in the seal
Before you book anyone
- How long it needs to cure
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- How the colour is matched
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
What happens on the day
From the moment we arrive, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes around two hours, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- The surrounding area is protected and the joints masked.
- Old sealant and residue are removed.
- We clean, treat and dry the joint.
- Fresh silicone is applied in a continuous bead.
- We smooth the bead, remove the tape and leave it to cure.
Before we arrive
- Clear the area around the damage
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Open a window if you can
Get a quote
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath or shower, we can give you a fixed price the same day in most cases.
Related advice
Why it’s worth resealing in Dewartown
A professional reseal costs little compared with water damage. It’s a quick job that protects your walls and floors. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Dewartown
- Most jobs done in one visit
- We leave the room as we found it
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
Take a look at our full price list.
Also in Dewartown
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
Prices and what affects them
A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We take into account:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The material
- Doing more than one item at once
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. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
How to get a fixed quote
You can take the photos on your phone. Just ensure we can see:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Where you are, by postcode
- Any details about the material
We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
About Dewartown
Dewartown is about 3 miles south-east of Dalkeith, in Midlothian. Whether you are in the middle of Dewartown or on the outskirts, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Dewartown is one of 33 towns and villages in Midlothian we cover. Our jobs stretch from Dewartown to Edinburgh (about 10 miles away).
Every address in EH23 is within our area. Close by, we cover Edgehead (1 mile north-west), Pathhead (1 mile east), D'Arcy (1 mile west), Mayfield (2 miles west) and Easthouses (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Bonnyrigg (4 miles west), Dalkeith (3 miles north-west), Penicuik (9 miles west), Loanhead (6 miles west), Gorebridge (3 miles south-west) and Newtongrange (3 miles west).
Near you in Dewartown
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Newbattle Community High School and Ford, among other places. The closest station to Dewartown is Gorebridge station, roughly 2.7 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Midlothian Community Hospital (3.8 miles west) and Oxenfoord Castle (1.1 miles north-east).
FAQs for Dewartown
Do you cover Dewartown?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Dewartown. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Why does my sealant keep going mouldy?
Damp is the cause. Ventilation and drying keep it clean longer.
What happens next?
You get a fixed price and available dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
How long before I can shower?
We will give you the curing time.
Is repairing better than replacing?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
What do you need from me?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Do the materials smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, which is why we ventilate. It fades as everything cures.
Can you reseal over the old silicone?
All the old sealant comes out. Fresh silicone does not stick to old.
For landlords and businesses
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
