Essex · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Downham, Essex
Our repair technicians come to Downham for bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Black mould in the sealant
- A messy previous reseal
- Gaps by the taps
Bath resealing in Downham, done in place
All of the old sealant is cut out, deal with any mould, and apply fresh mould-resistant silicone. We reseal baths, showers, sinks and worktops, and that includes the awkward spots behind the taps. We’re frequently asked to fix stained silicone and gaps by the taps, on baths, basins & vanity units and shower trays & enclosures.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Area
- Downham (CM11)
- County
- Essex
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Downham: your questions answered
What happens next?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.
Is there any odour?
A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
Will you leave a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
Are there extra charges for Downham?
There’s no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
What happens if you find more damage?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Do you seal over the old sealant?
Never over old. The old sealant is cut out and the joint cleaned and dried.
The process
When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job typically takes a couple of hours. We tidy up before we leave and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- We cut out all of the old sealant.
- We remove the residue and clean the joint.
- Any mould is treated and the joint dried.
- The bath is filled with water, or weight put on the tray.
- New mould-resistant silicone is applied and tooled neatly.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Let us know which floor the room is on
Ask for a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.
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DIY repairs versus a professional job
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
What we can’t put right
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, for example:
- A bath or tray that moves, until its support is fixed
- Water damage behind the bath that needs a builder
- Tiles that move, until they’re refixed
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Basins & vanity units
- Wet rooms
What affects the price in Downham
There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:
- How many items we do on one visit
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The material
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
Phone photos are fine. Ensure they show:
- One picture of the whole bath or shower
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Where you are, by postcode
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
To get a price, send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We will say right away whether it can be repaired.
Different materials, different repairs
Sinks and worktops
We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, once the joint is completely dry.
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, to open the joint fully.
When to call us in Downham
In time, even good sealant discolours particularly in a well-used bathroom. Steam, soap and movement all wear it down.
The most common problems we’re called about are:
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
- Black mould in the sealant
- A messy previous reseal
- Damp near the bath
What your quote should include
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How the room is protected while they work
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
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Other services in Downham
Aftercare tips
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
- Let steam out after showers
- Keep bottles off the joints
- Keep the joints dry
Use the extractor fan, dry the joints after bathing, and clean them regularly with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.
Mouldy sealant is more than a cosmetic problem; it shows moisture is getting in. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.
Where we work around Downham
Downham is about 3 miles north-west of Wickford, in Essex. Wherever you are in the CM11 postcode area, we come to you. We cover 644 places across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Downham to London (about 27 miles away).
All of CM11 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From School Road, Crowsheath Lane and Sudbury Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. We also cover the places around Downham: Ramsden Heath (1 mile west), Ramsden Bellhouse (1 mile south), Crays Hill (3 miles south), Stock (3 miles north-west) and Billericay (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (7 miles north), Basildon (5 miles south), Brentwood (8 miles west), Maldon (10 miles north-east), Canvey Island (9 miles south-east) and Rayleigh (6 miles south-east).
What’s near Downham
We visit homes around Church of St Margaret, The White Horse Public House and The Bromfords School and Sixth Form College, among other places. The closest station to Downham is Wickford station, about 1.9 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find Barleylands Farm Museum (3.2 miles south-west) and Mayflower Community Hospital (3.9 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Crowsheath Wood.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Downham
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Essex and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
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.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
