Leicestershire · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Garthorpe, Leicestershire
Bath resealing across Garthorpe and nearby, usually in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Discoloured, yellow sealant
- Leaks at the edges
- An untidy old seal
Garthorpe: your questions answered
How long does resealing take?
Most reseals take about two hours. It then needs time to cure.
Is there a call-out fee?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Can new silicone go over old?
Never over old. The old sealant is cut out and the joint cleaned and dried.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Include pictures of each item.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it is not worth repairing, we will tell you.
What happens next?
We come back with a fixed quote. There’s no obligation to book.
How long before I can shower?
We will give you the curing time, usually around a day.
Bath resealing in Garthorpe without replacing anything
Resealing is one of the simplest ways to protect your bathroom. Failed sealant lets water get where it shouldn’t, and resealing puts a stop to that. Whether it’s silicone smeared on tiles and black spots in the silicone, we can generally put it right, on basins & vanity units, shower trays & enclosures and baths alike.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there’s a problem and we’ll sort it.
- Area
- Garthorpe (LE14)
- County
- Leicestershire
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
For landlords and businesses
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Resealing in Garthorpe: why it matters
Resealing costs very little. Leaving failed sealant can let water cause damage that costs far more to fix. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Garthorpe
- No extra charge for your area
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Everything repaired in place
See our prices page.
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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, it’s worth having it done properly.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
When a repair is not the answer
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits too:
- Hollow or loose tiles
- Hidden water damage
- Very wide gaps that need a trim
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Baths
- Basins & vanity units
- Wet rooms
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Shower trays & enclosures
What affects the price in Garthorpe
Each job gets its own fixed quote. These are the things that affect it:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- What the surface is made of
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether we combine several jobs
Compared with replacing, repairing usually costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Quotes from your photos
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what we need:
- One picture of the entire bath or shower
- What it’s made of, if you know
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath or shower, add your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.
What we are called out for in Garthorpe
Sealant does not last forever. Each shower leaves moisture and soap behind, which mould feeds on, and the joint flexes each time the bath fills.
The things clients normally mention when they call are:
- Missing sealant behind the taps
- Sealant that’s split or lifting
- A messy previous reseal
- Black spots in the silicone
Questions to ask before you book
- How to care for the finish
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Whether the price covers travel
- How changes to the job are handled
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, so the joint is at its widest.
Sinks and worktops
Basins, vanity units and kitchen worktops are resealed too, with the joint fully dried first.
Where we work around Garthorpe
Garthorpe is about 5 miles east of Melton Mowbray, in Leicestershire. From the centre of Garthorpe to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Garthorpe is one of 287 places in Leicestershire we cover. Our jobs stretch from Garthorpe to Birmingham (52 miles away).
Here we cover the LE14 postcode area. Close by, we cover Saxby (1 mile south-west), Coston (1 mile north-east), Wymondham (2 miles south-east), Teigh (4 miles south-east) and Whissendine (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Melton Mowbray (5 miles west), Syston (14 miles south-west), Sileby (14 miles west), Scraptoft (15 miles south-west), East Goscote (13 miles west) and Asfordby (8 miles west).
What’s near Garthorpe
Around Garthorpe, we work in homes near St Mary's Church and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Garthorpe Motte (within half a mile south-east). Not far away are Cribb's Meadow.
How the visit works
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and tidy away. Plan for about two hours for a bath. Before we go, we’ll explain how long to leave it and how to care for it.
- We cut out and remove all of the old sealant.
- We clean the joint and treat any mould.
- We dry the joint thoroughly.
- We fill a bath with water before sealing so the gap is at its widest.
- We run a new bead of mould-resistant silicone and smooth it neatly, including around the taps.
Before we arrive
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
Getting a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.
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