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Bath Resealing in East Down

Bath resealing in and around East Down: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.

  • Gaps by the taps
  • A messy previous reseal
  • Black spots in the silicone
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath resealing in East Down

Different materials, different repairs

Baths

Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest.

Shower trays

Trays are sealed with weight on them, for the same reason.

How we handle bath resealing in East Down

Preparation is everything in a reseal: old silicone removed, mould treated, the joint cleaned and dried. Then the fresh sealant goes on, in a neat, continuous bead. Whether it’s discoloured, yellow sealant and sealant that’s split or lifting, we can help, whatever the material.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re covered after the visit.

Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath
Location
East Down (EX31)
County
Devon
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Price
Free, fixed quote from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Why it’s worth resealing in East Down

A professional reseal costs little compared with water damage. It’s a quick job that protects your walls and floors. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

Why East Down clients choose us

  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures

Read our prices page.

Common problems we fix in East Down

Poor ventilation speeds things up: damp hangs around, and mould grows faster.

Look out for these signs:

  • Sealant that’s split or lifting
  • Black mould in the sealant
  • Damp near the bath
  • Silicone smeared on tiles

Before booking anyone

  • Who turns up on the day
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • What preparation is included
  • How the room is protected while they work

Choosing a repair company

What happens on the day

Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so there are no surprises. After that, protection goes down around the work area and the work begins. Allow around two hours.

  1. All the old sealant is cut out and removed.
  2. We clean the joint and treat any mould.
  3. We dry the joint thoroughly.
  4. For a bath, we fill it with water first so the joint is at its widest.
  5. We run a new bead of mould-resistant silicone and smooth it neatly, taps included.

Before we arrive

  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit

How to get a price

A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath or shower, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.

Get a fixed quote

Advice

Questions from East Down

How long before I can shower?

Normally about a day later. We confirm before we leave.

Will the price change on the day?

If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.

How long does resealing take?

Typically a couple of hours, then it needs to cure.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.

What do you need from me?

Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll do the rest.

When can you do it?

We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

Is the work guaranteed?

All our work carries our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

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.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.

What bath resealing costs

Prices are worked out job by job. What matters most is:

  • What kind of damage it is
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it

Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.

Getting a price from photos

You can generally get a fixed price without us visiting. To help us price it:

  • Any details about the material
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • One picture of the entire bath or shower
  • Details of any past repairs

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath or shower, we can price the job the same day in most cases.

About East Down

East Down is about 6 miles south-east of Ilfracombe, in Devon. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. We cover 586 places in Devon.

Here we cover the EX31 postcode area. If you are just outside East Down, we cover Churchill (1 mile south-west), Patchole (1 mile north-east), Kentisbury (2 miles north-east), Shirwell (3 miles south) and Combe Martin (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Barnstaple (6 miles south-west), Bideford (13 miles south-west), Ilfracombe (6 miles north-west), Braunton (8 miles south-west), Newport (6 miles south) and South Molton (12 miles south-east).

Near you in East Down

We visit homes around Church of St John the Baptist and Pyne Arms and the streets around them. Further afield, we also cover the area around North Devon District Hospital (5.1 miles south-west) and Combe Martin Museum (3.7 miles north-west).

Map of East Down © OpenStreetMap contributors

When we would advise against a repair

Not everything can be repaired, and we would rather say so up front. Repairs won’t solve:

  • Hollow or loose tiles
  • Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
  • Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing

Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.

Materials we repair

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

Aftercare tips

Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:

  • Use the extractor fan
  • Air the room after use
  • Dry the seal after bathing
  • Give the seal a regular clean

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

Reseal before water gets in. Split or lifting sealant is a sign it’s time.

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