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Bath Resealing in Gathurst
Our technicians come to Gathurst for bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Mould you cannot clean out
- Leaks at the edges
- Silicone smeared on tiles
Keeping it looking good
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Dry the seal after bathing
- Clean the sealant gently and regularly
- Reseal at the first sign of lifting
- Run the extractor fan during and after showers
Avoid scraping the joints, and keep shampoo bottles off the joints.
If you notice damp, stains on the ceiling below or loose tiles, act quickly. It may be more than a reseal, and we will say if you need a builder or plumber.
About our bath resealing in Gathurst
A reseal is a small job that makes a big difference. Fresh joints make the entire room look cleaner, and they protect the walls and floor. If you are dealing with sealant that’s split or lifting and unsealed corners, we can typically put it right, on wet rooms, basins & vanity units and shower trays & enclosures alike.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Where
- Gathurst (WN5)
- Region
- Wigan
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest.
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, so the joint is at its widest.
Why reseal now?
A reseal is one of the cheapest bathroom jobs there is and protects the walls and floor. Leaving failed sealant can let water cause damage that costs far more to fix. What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so you know the cost before booking.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Gathurst
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- One price list for the entire UK
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
See our prices page.
When to call us in Gathurst
Sealant splits when the bath or tray moves, frequently because it was sealed while the bath was empty.
The things customers usually mention when they call include:
- Silicone smeared on tiles
- Mould you cannot clean out
- Leaks at the edges
- Unsealed corners
Comparing quotes
- If travel is included in the price
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- What aftercare is recommended
Landlord and trade work in Gathurst
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Gathurst use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it generally costs far less than a refit.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
What we do, step by step
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets 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.
- We cut out all of the old sealant.
- We remove the residue and clean the joint.
- Any mould is treated and the joint dried.
- The bath is filled with water, or weight put on the tray.
- New mould-resistant silicone is applied and tooled neatly.
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Point us to the nearest place to park
Get a quote
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.
Related advice
Gathurst: your questions answered
How long before I can shower?
Normally about a day later. We’ll tell you the exact time.
Do you work in Gathurst?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Gathurst and the rest of Wigan. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Is there any odour?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
What happens if you find more damage?
Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. If there is more, we will tell you before starting.
How much does bath resealing cost in Gathurst?
Because every job differs, we price from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Can you reseal over the old silicone?
We always remove the old sealant completely. Fresh silicone doesn’t stick to old.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Of course, and it normally saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and we’ll quote them together.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes: twelve months. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
What affects the price in Gathurst
Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:
- Access to the area
- Doing more than one item at once
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
We charge the same wherever you are, so there’s no premium for Gathurst. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Send pictures for a quote
Before you send pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
To get a price, send a couple of photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll say straight away if a repair is the right fix.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
Covering Gathurst
Gathurst is about 1 mile north of Orrell, in Wigan. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Gathurst is one of 63 places in Wigan we cover. Our jobs stretch from Gathurst to Liverpool (14 miles away).
Our visits in WN5 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Crooke (1 mile north-east), Shevington (1 mile north), Kitt Green (1 mile south-east), Marsh Green (1 mile east) and Beech Hill (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Leigh (8 miles south-east), Ashton-in-Makerfield (5 miles south-east), Hindley (6 miles east), Atherton (9 miles east), Ince-in-Makerfield (4 miles east) and Standish (3 miles north-east).
What’s near Gathurst
We visit homes around St John Rigby College, St Francis of Assisi and Laithwaite Park. Other local landmarks include The Old Springs pub (0.6 miles south-east), St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School (1.2 miles north) and St Peter's Catholic High School (1.1 miles south). Gathurst has its own railway station: Gathurst station. Other landmarks nearby include Wrightington Hospital (2.4 miles north) and The Galleries (2.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Billinge Hill.
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