Isle of Wight · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Gaskins, Isle of Wight
Bath resealing in Gaskins without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then book a visit.
- Unsealed corners
- A messy previous reseal
- Gaps in the seal
Bath resealing in Gaskins without replacing anything
A fresh seal protects your bathroom. Old, split or mouldy sealant lets water get behind the bath or tray, and resealing puts a stop to that. Our repair technicians work on baths, shower trays & enclosures and wet rooms, and common reasons people get in touch are mould you can’t clean out and damp near the bath.
We guarantee the work for a year. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Where
- Gaskins (PO33, PO36)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What a repair cannot fix
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:
- Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing
- A flexing bath
- Tiles that move, until they’re refixed
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Basins & vanity units
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Baths
- Wet rooms
More services for Gaskins
Work for landlords and builders
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
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.
Common problems we fix in Gaskins
No sealant lasts for ever. Every bath or shower adds moisture and soap residue, which mould loves, and the joint flexes each time the bath fills.
Contact us if you’ve noticed any of these:
- Stained silicone
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
- Missing sealant behind the taps
- Sealant that’s split or lifting
Questions to ask before you book
- What aftercare is recommended
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How the room is protected while they work
- Whether they match the colour on site
FAQs for Gaskins
Is it safe with children and pets around?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.
What areas do you cover?
Across the UK, and that includes Gaskins. Prices do not change with location.
Can landlords book you?
Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
How long will it take?
A bath or shower normally takes a couple of hours. Leave it to cure before use.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
How long before I can shower?
You’ll get the curing time from us.
Can you price it without visiting?
In nearly every case. If pictures do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you’ll get one combined price.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
Keeping it looking good
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Clean the sealant gently and regularly
- Use the extractor fan
- Open a window after bathing
- Reseal when black spots will not clean off
Leave the sealant to cure for the time we give you, normally about a day.
Mouldy sealant is more than a cosmetic problem. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.
Gaskins and nearby
Gaskins is about 3 miles south-east of Ryde, in Isle of Wight. From the centre of Gaskins to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in 125 places in Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 71 miles away.
Every address in PO33 and PO36 is within our area. Other places close to Gaskins include St Helens (1 mile north-east), Brading (1 mile south-west), Yarbridge (2 miles south-west), Morton (2 miles south-west) and Yaverland (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Newport (8 miles west), Ryde (3 miles north-west), Cowes (9 miles north-west), Sandown (3 miles south-west), Shanklin (5 miles south-west) and Ventnor (8 miles south-west). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so it’s best to call first.
What’s near Gaskins
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St Helens Primary School, St Catherine-by-the-Green and The Vine Inn. For rail, the closest station is Brading station, roughly 1.2 miles south-west. A little further out are Sandown Castle (2.7 miles south) and Lilliput Museum of Antique Dolls And Toys (1.2 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Brading Down and Brading Marshes RSPB reserve.
Different materials, different repairs
Sinks and worktops
We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, once the joint is completely dry.
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, so the joint is at its widest.
What happens on the day
Here’s how a visit typically runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and tidy away. Plan for about two hours for a bath from start to finish. Before we go, we will explain when it can be used and how to care for it.
- The surrounding area is protected and the joints masked.
- We remove the old sealant and every trace of residue.
- The joint is cleaned, treated and dried.
- We run a continuous bead of new silicone.
- The bead is smoothed, the tape removed and the seal left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Clear the area around the damage
Ask for a price
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 give you a fixed price without visiting.
Related advice
Is resealing worth it?
Resealing is routine maintenance. Putting off a reseal lets water get behind the bath or tray, and that damage costs much more to fix. A repair typically costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Gaskins
- We leave the room as we found it
- Work done at your home or business
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Usually one visit, start to finish
Read our prices page.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
