Essex · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Great Wigborough, Essex
Bath resealing in Great Wigborough without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then book a visit.
- An untidy old seal
- Black spots in the silicone
- Gaps by the taps
Can I fix it myself?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
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.
About our bath resealing in Great Wigborough
All of the old sealant is cut out, deal with any mould, and apply fresh mould-resistant silicone. We reseal baths, showers, sinks and worktops, including the awkward bits behind the taps. If you are dealing with silicone coming away from the tiles and black mould in the sealant, we can generally put it right.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Great Wigborough (CO5)
- Region
- Essex
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
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Why it’s worth resealing in Great Wigborough
Putting new silicone over old doesn’t last. It peels within weeks, and traps mould underneath. A proper reseal removes the old first. A repair usually costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Great Wigborough
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- One price list for the whole UK
Read our full price list.
Repairs by material
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, so the joint is at its widest.
Baths
We fill the bath before sealing, so the joint is at its widest.
Your questions about bath resealing in Great Wigborough
Do you seal over the old sealant?
No, we never seal over old silicone. It’s removed, cleaned off and the joint dried first.
Is there any odour?
There may be a mild smell during the work that clears as it cures.
Can tenants book a repair?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You do not need to watch us work.
How long does silicone take to cure?
You’ll get the curing time from us.
Can you quote from photos?
Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
Do you cover Great Wigborough?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Great Wigborough and the rest of Essex. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
How do I book?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.
Where we work around Great Wigborough
Great Wigborough is about 6 miles south of Colchester, in Essex. From the centre of Great Wigborough to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We cover 644 places in Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 46 miles away.
We work across the CO5 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether you live on School Lane and Maldon Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Little Wigborough (1 mile east), Peldon (2 miles north-east), Layer Breton (2 miles north-west), Birch Green (3 miles north-west) and Layer-de-la-Haye (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Colchester (6 miles north), Braintree (14 miles north-west), Clacton-on-Sea (13 miles east), Maldon (9 miles south-west), Witham (9 miles west) and Camulodunum (6 miles north).
Around Great Wigborough
Around Great Wigborough, we work in homes near Kings Head Public House and Church of St Stephen. Further afield, we also cover the area around Birch Castle (3.2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Abbotts Hall Farm.
Work for landlords and builders
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
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.
Common problems we fix in Great Wigborough
Most reseals are because of black mould. It grows into the silicone, so cleaning cannot get it all out.
Clients usually contact us about:
- Leaks at the edges
- Discoloured, yellow sealant
- Missing sealant behind the taps
- An untidy old seal
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- What aftercare is recommended
- When it can be used again
- How your room will be protected
What happens on the day
On the day, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job normally takes around two hours. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.
- We cut out and remove all of the old sealant.
- We clean the joint and treat any mould.
- We make sure the joint is completely dry.
- Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
- We apply new mould-resistant silicone and tool it to a neat finish, taps included.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Point us to the nearest place to park
How to get a price
Most customers in Great Wigborough get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Related advice
What we cannot put right
We won’t take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Gaps too big for silicone alone
- Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
- A flexing bath
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Basins & vanity units
- Baths
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Wet rooms
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
How to care for the repair
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Ventilate the bathroom well
- Clean the sealant gently and regularly
- Open a window after bathing
- Wipe the joints dry after use
Use the extractor fan, dry the joints after bathing, and clean them regularly with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.
Black mould in sealant isn’t just unsightly; it shows moisture is getting in. Resealing early keeps water out of the walls and floor.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
