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Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Fortrose, Highland

We travel to Fortrose for bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Water getting behind the bath or tray
  • Discoloured, yellow sealant
  • Black mould in the sealant
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath resealing in Fortrose

Bath resealing in Fortrose without replacing anything

The key to a good reseal is getting all of the old silicone out. New silicone won’t bond to old, which is why many DIY jobs peel. Whether it’s an untidy old seal and mould you can’t clean out, we can typically put it right.

Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.

Where
Fortrose (IV10)
Area hub
Highland
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quote
Free, fixed quote from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Roll-top bath being refinished by a Surface Doctor technician

FAQs for Fortrose

When can you do it?

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

How long does a reseal take?

Normally a couple of hours, plus curing time.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Generally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Is there a call-out fee?

Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.

Do you work in Fortrose?

We do. Repair technicians travel to Fortrose from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

Can landlords book you?

Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

What information do you need?

Photos of the damage, a photo of the whole bath or shower and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.

Are you accredited?

We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

Landlord and trade work in Fortrose

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.

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Sinks and worktops

Basins, vanity units and kitchen worktops are resealed too, once the joint is completely dry.

Baths

We fill the bath before sealing, to open the joint fully.

Prices and what affects them

We charge the same across the UK, including Fortrose. The price reflects:

  • Access to the area
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • The material and finish
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

How to get a fixed quote

Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:

  • A wider photo showing the whole bath or shower
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area

Upload a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you are in Fortrose, and we will reply with a fixed price.

What we cannot put right

Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits:

  • A bath or tray that moves, until its support is fixed
  • Hidden water damage
  • Very wide gaps that need a trim

If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.

Materials we repair

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

Resealing in Fortrose: why it matters

Compared with repairing water damage, resealing is cheap. It’s quick, tidy and protects your home. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.

Why Fortrose customers choose us

  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • One price list for the entire UK
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing

Read our prices page.

Common problems we fix in Fortrose

Sealant splits when the bath or tray moves, frequently because it was sealed while the bath was empty.

Typical reasons for a call-out include:

  • Stained silicone
  • Sealant that is split or lifting
  • A messy previous reseal
  • Mould you cannot clean out

Before you book anyone

  • If travel is included in the price
  • How changes to the job are handled
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • Whether they match the colour on site

10 questions to ask before you book

What we do, step by step

On the day, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job usually takes around two hours. We clean up when we are done and tell you when it’s ready to use.

  1. We cut out and remove all of the old sealant.
  2. Next we clean the joint and deal with mould.
  3. We dry the joint thoroughly.
  4. Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
  5. New mould-resistant silicone goes on and is tooled to a neat finish, including around the taps.

How to prepare

  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before

Getting a price

To get a price, send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.

Get a fixed quote

Related advice

Fortrose and the surrounding area

Fortrose is about 8 miles north-east of Inverness, in Highland. Anywhere in IV10, we come to you. Fortrose is one of 253 towns and villages in Highland where we work.

Every address in IV10 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Cathedral Square, High Street and Station Road. Main roads around Fortrose include the A832, which makes travel easy. If you are just outside Fortrose, we cover Rosemarkie (1 mile north-east), Avoch (2 miles south-west), Killen (3 miles west), Ardersier (4 miles east) and Davidston (5 miles north). Further out, we also cover Inverness (8 miles south-west), Nairn (10 miles east), Cradlehall (7 miles south), Merkinch (8 miles south-west), Dingwall (11 miles west) and Hilton (9 miles south). For island and remote addresses, call first so we can plan the visit.

Around Fortrose

Typical jobs here are in homes near St Andrew's Episcopal Church and the streets around them. The closest station to Fortrose is Inverness Airport station, about 4.3 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Groam House Museum (0.9 miles north-east) and Chanonry of Ross (under half a mile north-west). Not far away are Fairy Glen.

Map of Fortrose © OpenStreetMap contributors

Looking after it afterwards

Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts:

  • Let steam out after showers
  • Keep bottles off the joints
  • Wipe the joints dry after use
  • Run the extractor fan during and after showers

Run the extractor fan, wipe the joints dry after use, and give them a regular clean with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.

Do not wait until water gets behind the bath. Split or lifting sealant is a sign it’s time.

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