Isle of Wight · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Downend, Isle of Wight
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone at your home in Downend, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Unsealed corners
- Stained silicone
- A messy previous reseal
Bath resealing in Downend, done in place
Resealing is one of the simplest ways to protect your bathroom. Old, split or mouldy sealant lets water get behind the bath or tray, and a new seal stops it. We are frequently asked to fix stained silicone and damp near the bath, across kitchen worktops & sinks, wet rooms and basins & vanity units.
We guarantee the work for a year. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Where
- Downend (PO30)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairs by material
Baths
We fill the bath before sealing, to open the joint fully.
Sinks and worktops
Basins, vanity units and kitchen worktops are resealed too, once the joint is completely dry.
When we would advise against a repair
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- Movement in the bath or tray
- Water damage behind the bath that needs a builder
- Gaps too big for silicone alone
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Wet rooms
- Basins & vanity units
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
What affects the price in Downend
We price every job individually. The main factors are:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The size and number of damaged areas
- How hard the colour is to match
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed price from your photos, so you know the cost before booking.
Send photos for a quote
You can take the pictures on your phone. Ensure they show:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- One picture of the whole bath or shower
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- The material, if you know it
Email us a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Downend, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Covering Downend
Downend is about 2 miles east of Newport, in Isle of Wight. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Downend is one of 125 places in Isle of Wight we cover. Our jobs stretch from Downend to London (75 miles away).
Our visits in PO30 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Briddlesford Road and Long Lane, and we cover them all. We also travel to Arreton (1 mile south), Merstone (2 miles south), Blackwater (2 miles south-west), Shide (2 miles west) and Newchurch (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Ryde (4 miles north-east), Cowes (5 miles north-west), Sandown (4 miles south-east), Shanklin (5 miles south-east), Ventnor (7 miles south) and East Cowes (5 miles north). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so call us to arrange it.
What’s near Downend
In Downend, that means homes near St. George's Church, Medina College and The White Lion pub, among other places. The closest station to Downend is Smallbrook Junction station, roughly 4.3 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Carisbrooke Castle (3 miles west) and Whitecroft Hospital (2.7 miles south-west). The countryside around Downend includes Brading Down and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
Signs you need bath resealing in Downend
Most reseals are because of black mould. It grows into the silicone, so cleaning only removes the surface.
Look out for these signs:
- Leaks at the edges
- Silicone smeared on tiles
- Gaps by the taps
- Black mould in the sealant
Questions to ask before booking
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- How changes to the job are handled
- What prep work is covered
- Whether a trained technician does the job
DIY kit or professional repair?
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
Looking after it afterwards
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Clean the sealant gently and regularly
- Ventilate the bathroom well
- Wipe the joints dry after use
- Store bottles on a shelf
Use the extractor fan, dry the joints after bathing, and give them a regular clean with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.
Reseal before water gets in. Split or lifting sealant is a sign it’s time.
Resealing in Downend: why it matters
Sealing over old silicone is a false economy. It soon peels, and traps mould underneath. A proper reseal removes the old first. Our prices are the same across the UK, so there is no premium for Downend. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why us?
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Work done at your home or business
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Rooms protected and left tidy
Take a look at our pricing.
What happens on the day
Visits start with a quick look at the job together. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. Allow about two hours for a bath, and we’ll keep you posted as we go.
- We cut out all of the old sealant.
- Residue is removed and the joint cleaned.
- We treat mould and dry the joint thoroughly.
- The bath is filled with water, or weight put on the tray.
- We apply fresh mould-resistant silicone and tool a neat bead.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the area is dry
- Open a window if you can
- Clear the area around the damage
Getting a price
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
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Common questions in Downend
Can new silicone go over old?
All the old sealant comes out. New silicone will not bond to old.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
Is there a call-out fee?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Why does mould come back so fast?
Damp is the cause. Run the fan, dry the joints and the new seal stays cleaner for longer.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit usually costs less than separate visits. Include photos of each item.
Will the price change on the day?
We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
Do you cover Downend?
We do. Repair technicians travel to Downend from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
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