Devon · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Hele, Devon
Our repair technicians come to Hele for bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- An untidy old seal
- Stained silicone
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
Bath resealing at your home in Hele
We reseal baths, shower trays, basins and worktops. Most jobs take a couple of hours, then it needs to cure. We’re frequently asked to fix silicone smeared on tiles and damp near the bath, in wet rooms, baths and basins & vanity units.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will sort it.
- Where
- Hele (EX5)
- County
- Devon
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What your bath or shower is made of matters
Baths
We fill the bath before sealing, to open the joint fully.
Shower trays
Trays are sealed with weight on them, for the same reason.
What a repair can’t fix
We would rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- A flexing bath
- Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing
- Loose tiles, which need refixing first
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Wet rooms
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Basins & vanity units
- Baths
Also in Hele
The process
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, do the job and clear up. Allow about two hours for a bath from start to finish. Before we go, we will explain how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- We protect the area and mask the joint lines.
- Old sealant and residue are removed.
- We clean, treat and dry the joint.
- Fresh silicone is applied in a continuous bead.
- The bead is smoothed, the tape removed and the seal left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Ensure the area is dry
Get a quote
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath or shower, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Advice
DIY kit or professional repair?
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
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.
When to call us in Hele
Poor ventilation speeds things up: damp hangs around, and mould takes hold.
The things customers usually mention when they call include:
- Sealant that’s split or lifting
- Gaps by the taps
- An untidy old seal
- Old sealant that looks dirty
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if they find more damage
- Who turns up on the day
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- How long it needs to cure
Prices and what affects them
A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We look at:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The material
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Hele. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Send pictures for a quote
Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Try to send:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- One picture of the entire bath or shower
- Details of any past repairs
To get a price, send two or three photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
About Hele
Hele is about 3 miles south-west of Cullompton, in Devon. Clients in Hele get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. Our repair technicians cover all 586 towns and villages in Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.
Our technicians cover all of the EX5 postcode area. You’ll find streets such as Hele Road, Station Road and Strathculm Road, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Hele, we cover Bradninch (1 mile north), Silverton (2 miles west), Colebrook (2 miles north), Ponsford (3 miles north) and Cullompton (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Exeter (7 miles south-west), Exmouth (13 miles south), Tiverton (7 miles north), Sidmouth (12 miles south-east), Honiton (10 miles east) and St Thomas (8 miles south-west).
What’s near Hele
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St Disen's Church, Crossways Tavern and The Duchy School Bradninch. Hele’s nearest station is Cranbrook (Devon) station, roughly 4.4 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Bradninch Castle Hill (1.2 miles north) and Heavitree Isolation Hospital (6 miles south).
Your questions about bath resealing in Hele
Is it messy?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
What does bath resealing cost?
We give a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up and a picture of the entire item and your postcode.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course, and it generally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and we’ll quote them together.
Do you cover Hele?
Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Hele from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
How long does resealing take?
A bath or shower normally takes a couple of hours. It then needs time to cure.
Can landlords book you?
Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it isn’t worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Landlord and trade work in Hele
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Devon and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Is resealing worth it?
Resealing costs very little. Failed sealant can lead to water damage that is much more expensive. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Hele
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Work done at your home or business
- Everything repaired in place
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