Essex · England

Bath Resealing for Foster Street homes

Bath resealing across Foster Street and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.

  • Mould you can’t clean out
  • Water getting behind the bath or tray
  • Gaps by the taps
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath resealing for Foster Street homes

Bath resealing in Foster Street, done in place

The key to a good reseal is getting all of the old silicone out. Fresh sealant does not stick to old, which is why so many DIY reseals peel. We work on shower trays & enclosures, basins & vanity units and wet rooms, and the jobs we see most are silicone coming away from the tiles and old sealant that looks dirty.

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

Roll-top bath being refinished by a Surface Doctor technician
Area
Foster Street (CM17)
Area hub
Essex
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quotes
Fixed and free, based on pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

When to call us in Foster Street

Even good sealant eventually discolours particularly in a well-used bathroom. Steam, soap and movement all wear it down.

Common reasons people in Foster Street contact us include:

  • Unsealed corners
  • Black spots in the silicone
  • Old sealant that looks dirty
  • Sealant that’s split or lifting

What to look for in a quote

  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • When it can be used again
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • Who turns up on the day

10 questions to ask before you book

What your bath or shower is made of matters

Shower trays

Trays are sealed with weight on them, so the joint is at its widest.

Sinks and worktops

We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, once the joint is completely dry.

How to look after the repair

Looking after the surface is easy:

  • Air the room after use
  • Reseal when black spots won’t clean off
  • Store bottles on a shelf
  • Dry the seal after bathing

Good ventilation is the best protection, and dry the joints after bathing to keep mould away.

Damp below or loose tiles need checking quickly. It may be more than a reseal, and we will say if you need a builder or plumber.

Foster Street and the surrounding area

Foster Street is about 2 miles east of Harlow, in Essex. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there’s no waiting around. Foster Street is one of 644 towns and villages in Essex we cover. We work right across the region, from Foster Street to London (about 21 miles away).

Jobs in CM17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes on Foster Street, Highfield Close and Hastingwood Park and the roads around them. Other places close to Foster Street include Hastingwood (1 mile south), Newhall (1 mile north-west), Latton (1 mile west), Magdalen Laver (1 mile east) and Housham Tye (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (14 miles east), Brentwood (11 miles south-east), Billericay (15 miles south-east), Loughton (9 miles south-west), Waltham Abbey (8 miles south-west) and Great Dunmow (12 miles north-east).

Near you in Foster Street

Typical jobs here are in homes near Brays Grove, John Barleycorn Public House and Henry Moore Primary School and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Church of All Saints (under half a mile north-east) and Passmores Academy (1.3 miles west). For rail, the closest station is Harlow Mill station, roughly 2.3 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Princess Alexandra Hospital (3 miles west) and Harlow Mill (2.4 miles north-west). The countryside around Foster Street includes Gernon Bushes.

Map of Foster Street © OpenStreetMap contributors

Why reseal now?

Resealing costs very little, and it protects everything around the bath. Leaving failed sealant can let water cause damage that costs far more to fix. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before booking.

Why us?

  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • A fixed quote before you book
  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • Usually one visit, start to finish

See our pricing.

Landlord and trade work in Foster Street

For anyone letting property in or around Foster Street, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we’ll price them together.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we will arrange it.

Can I fix it myself?

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.

Foster Street questions

How long does a reseal take?

A bath or shower usually takes a couple of hours. Leave it to cure before use.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Most of the time. Tell us what was done before and we will plan for it.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Generally, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.

Do you come to Foster Street?

Yes, we do. We send a technician to Foster Street for every job, with no extra charge for travel.

Can new silicone go over old?

Never over old. It’s removed, cleaned off and the joint dried first.

How long does silicone take to cure?

We will give you the curing time.

Why does my sealant keep splitting?

The bath or tray is probably flexing. Persistent splitting can mean the support needs attention.

What information do you need?

Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we’ll do the rest.

Prices and what affects them

We don’t charge extra for travel to Foster Street. The price depends on:

  • How many items we do on one visit
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • How many areas need work

Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Quotes from your photos

We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:

  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • One picture of the whole bath or shower
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection

Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. There is no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.

The process

Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and start once you are happy with the plan. Most jobs take a couple of hours, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.

  1. We cut out and remove all of the old sealant.
  2. The joint is cleaned and any mould treated.
  3. We ensure the joint is completely dry.
  4. Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
  5. We apply new mould-resistant silicone and tool it to a neat finish, including around the taps.

Preparing for the visit

  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive

Get a quote

We price from photos so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.

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