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Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Holcombe, Devon

Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Holcombe. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.

  • Silicone coming away from the tiles
  • Damp near the bath
  • Black spots in the silicone
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath resealing near Holcombe

Our work in Holcombe

Holcombe is about 1 mile north-east of Teignmouth, in Devon. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. We work in all 586 towns and villages in Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.

Our visits in EX7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Jobs here include addresses on Teignmouth Road, Derncleugh Gardens and Fordens Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Holcombe include Dawlish (1 mile north), Teignmouth (1 mile south-west), Coombe (2 miles west), Shaldon (2 miles south-west) and Dawlish Warren (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Exeter (11 miles north), Exmouth (6 miles north-east), Newton Abbot (6 miles south-west), Sidmouth (14 miles north-east), Kingsteignton (5 miles west) and St Thomas (11 miles north).

Near you in Holcombe

In Holcombe, that means homes near Westcliff Primary Academy, St George and Castle Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Dawlish station, about 1.2 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Bishopsteignton Heritage (2.9 miles west). The countryside around Holcombe includes Labrador Bay RSPB Reserve.

Map of Holcombe © OpenStreetMap contributors

Bath resealing at your home in Holcombe

We cut out all of the old sealant, treat any mould, and reseal with new mould-resistant silicone. We reseal baths, showers, sinks and worktops, including the awkward bits behind the taps. If you are dealing with missing sealant behind the taps and stained silicone, we can help, whatever the material.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right, ring us and we will sort it.

Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath
Area
Holcombe (EX7)
County
Devon
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quotes
Fixed and free, based on pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Is resealing worth it?

Putting new silicone over old does not last. It peels within weeks, and mould stays trapped behind it. We remove the old sealant completely. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing normally costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Holcombe

  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • No need to remove anything
  • Usually one visit, start to finish
  • No extra charge for your area

See our prices page.

Looking after it afterwards

It’s all simple stuff, just a few sensible habits:

  • Clean the sealant gently and regularly
  • Open a window after bathing
  • Store bottles on a shelf
  • Reseal at the first sign of lifting

Let it cure fully before using the bath or shower, normally around 24 hours.

Black mould in sealant isn’t just unsightly. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

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, it’s worth having it done properly.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.

What we’re called out for in Holcombe

Sealant doesn’t last forever. Each shower leaves moisture and soap behind, which mould loves, and the joint flexes each time the bath fills.

People normally call us when they notice one of these:

  • Mould you can’t clean out
  • An untidy old seal
  • Leaks at the edges
  • Gaps by the taps

What your quote should include

  • Who turns up on the day
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • What prep work is covered
  • What protection goes down before work starts

Our hiring checklist

What a repair cannot fix

We would rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so these are the limits:

  • A bath or tray that moves, until its support is fixed
  • Loose tiles, which need refixing first
  • Rotten walls or floors behind the bath

If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.

What we work on

  • Shower trays & enclosures
  • Wet rooms
  • Baths
  • Kitchen worktops & sinks
  • Basins & vanity units

For landlords and businesses

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip.

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Devon and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.

FAQs for Holcombe

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your photos and we’ll quote them together.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.

Do you do work for letting agents?

We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Is my repair covered?

Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.

Can you quote from pictures?

Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures cannot show what we need.

What areas do you cover?

We work UK-wide, so Holcombe is covered. Prices don’t change with location.

Do you seal over the old sealant?

No, we never seal over old silicone. The old sealant is cut out and the joint cleaned and dried.

The process

The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can stay at home while we’re there. We protect the area first, then the work takes a couple of hours. At the end we talk you through how soon it can be used and how to look after it.

  1. All the old sealant is cut out and removed.
  2. We clean the joint and treat any mould.
  3. We dry the joint thoroughly.
  4. Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
  5. New mould-resistant silicone goes on and is tooled to a neat finish, taps included.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
  • Keep a parking space free if you can

How to get a price

No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.

Get a fixed quote

Advice

How we price bath resealing

A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We look at:

  • The type of damage
  • The colour and finish to match
  • Access to the area
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.

Quotes from your photos

A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:

  • Any details about the material
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit

For a price in Holcombe, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

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