East Lothian · Scotland
Bath Resealing for Gladsmuir homes
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone for householders, landlords and businesses in Gladsmuir. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Gaps by the taps
- Discoloured, yellow sealant
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
Different materials, different repairs
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, to open the joint fully.
Shower trays
Trays are sealed with weight on them, for the same reason.
Bath resealing in Gladsmuir, done in place
The key to a good reseal is getting all of the old silicone out. Fresh sealant doesn’t stick to old, which is why many DIY jobs peel. We regularly repair wet rooms, shower trays & enclosures and kitchen worktops & sinks, and the jobs we see most are sealant that’s split or lifting and water getting behind the bath or tray.
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Gladsmuir (EH33)
- County
- East Lothian
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
When we would advise against a repair
Not everything can be repaired, and we’d rather say so up front. We can’t fix:
- A bath or tray that moves, until its support is fixed
- Hidden water damage
- Very wide gaps that need a trim
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Baths
- Wet rooms
- Basins & vanity units
Keeping it looking good
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Wipe the joints dry after use
- Ventilate the bathroom well
- Keep bottles off the joints
- Clean the sealant gently and regularly
Leave the sealant to cure for the time we give you, normally about a day.
Mouldy sealant is more than a cosmetic problem. Resealing early keeps water out of the walls and floor.
Resealing in Gladsmuir: why it matters
A professional reseal costs little compared with water damage. It’s a quick job that protects your walls and floors. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Gladsmuir
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- No extra charge for your area
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Most jobs done in one visit
See our prices page.
What happens on the day
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, then carry out the work, which normally takes about two hours for a bath. If anything looks different from your photos, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- First we strip out every bit of the old mastic.
- The joint is cleaned and any mould treated.
- We make sure the joint is completely dry.
- For a bath, we fill it with water first so the joint is at its widest.
- We run a new bead of mould-resistant silicone and smooth it neatly, taps included.
How to prepare
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Clear the area around the damage
- Make sure the area is dry
Ask for a price
We price from pictures so you do not 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.
Related advice
Common problems we fix in Gladsmuir
Sealant does not last forever. Every bath or shower adds moisture and soap residue, which mould feeds on, and the joint moves slightly every time the bath is filled.
Common reasons people in Gladsmuir contact us are:
- Sealant that’s split or lifting
- Black mould in the sealant
- Stained silicone
- An untidy old seal
What to look for in a quote
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- What prep work is covered
- Whether they match the colour on site
Our work in Gladsmuir
Gladsmuir is about 3 miles west of Haddington, in East Lothian. Book a date that suits you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. We cover all 48 towns and villages in East Lothian. Our nearest city page is Edinburgh, about 13 miles away.
Jobs in EH33 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Main roads around Gladsmuir include the A199, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover include Macmerry (2 miles west), Longniddry (2 miles north-west), Dovecote (3 miles east), New Winton (3 miles south-west) and Easter Pencaitland (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Musselburgh (7 miles west), Dunbar (14 miles east), Tranent (4 miles west), North Berwick (9 miles north-east), Prestonpans (5 miles west) and Cockenzie and Port Seton (4 miles west).
Local landmarks in Gladsmuir
We visit homes around Gladsmuir Parish Church. The closest station to Gladsmuir is Longniddry station, about 2.1 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include John Gray Centre Museum (3.3 miles east) and Seton Palace (2.9 miles west). For a walk, there’s Marl Loch and Skid Hill.
Nearby places to Gladsmuir
Other services in Gladsmuir
What affects the price in Gladsmuir
We price every job individually, from your photos. The main factors are:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How many items we do on one visit
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
How to get a fixed quote
When you take your pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Natural light rather than flash
- Something in shot to show the size
- One picture of the whole bath or shower
For a price in Gladsmuir, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Your questions about bath resealing in Gladsmuir
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
Why does mould come back so fast?
Mould needs moisture. Ventilation and drying keep it clean longer.
Can tenants book a repair?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Normally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Will there be a smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It clears as the materials cure.
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Can you price it without visiting?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send pictures with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
