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Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Holmbush, Cornwall

Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone in Holmbush, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.

  • Black mould in the sealant
  • Leaks at the edges
  • A messy previous reseal
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book bath resealing in Holmbush

Bath resealing at your home in Holmbush

We reseal baths with them filled with water, so the joint opens fully, which stops the new seal tearing the first time the bath is used. If you’re dealing with gaps by the taps and silicone coming away from the tiles, we can help, whatever the material.

Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Holmbush and across Cornwall.

Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath
Area
Holmbush (PL25, PL26)
Area hub
Cornwall
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quotes
Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Do you need bath resealing in Holmbush?

Even good sealant eventually discolours, especially in a busy family bathroom. Steam, soap and movement all wear it down.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • Old sealant that looks dirty
  • Damp near the bath
  • Silicone smeared on tiles
  • Unsealed corners

What to look for in a quote

  • Aftercare advice
  • When it can be used again
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • How your room will be protected

How to compare quotes

Landlords, agents and businesses in Holmbush

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Cornwall and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Builders use us to fix snagging 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.

What affects the price in Holmbush

We give every job a fixed price from pictures. This is what makes a difference:

  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • Doing more than one item at once
  • The material
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first

We charge the same wherever you are, so there’s no premium for Holmbush. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

Quotes from your photos

We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:

  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower

Email us pictures of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Holmbush, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.

What a repair can’t fix

Not everything can be repaired, and we’ll tell you before we start. We cannot fix:

  • Hidden water damage
  • Tiles that move, until they’re refixed
  • Movement in the bath or tray

Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.

Surfaces we repair

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

What your bath or shower is made of matters

Sinks and worktops

We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, with the joint fully dried first.

Baths

Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest.

Can I fix it myself?

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

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.

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 around two hours. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we’ll explain it before carrying on.

  1. All the old sealant is cut out and removed.
  2. The joint is cleaned and any mould treated.
  3. We dry the joint thoroughly.
  4. We fill a bath with water before sealing so the gap is at its widest.
  5. We run a new bead of mould-resistant silicone and smooth it neatly, including around the taps.

Preparing for the visit

  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing

Ask for a price

Most clients in Holmbush get their price from photos. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

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Keeping it looking good

So the finish stays in good condition:

  • Do not stand toiletries on the seal
  • Wipe the joints dry after use
  • Use the extractor fan
  • Replace the seal when mould sets in

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

Damp below or loose tiles need checking quickly. There may be more going on, so we’ll tell you if it needs a builder or plumber.

About Holmbush

Holmbush is about 1 mile east of St Austell, in Cornwall. We travel to homes and businesses in Holmbush and the surrounding area, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. We cover all 644 towns and villages across Cornwall.

Our visits in PL25 and PL26 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes on Lyons Road, Church Road and Bethel Road and the roads around them. We also travel to Charlestown (1 mile south), Bethel (1 mile north), Sandy Bottom (1 mile north-west), St Austell (1 mile west) and Carlyon Bay (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Truro (14 miles west), Newquay (14 miles west), Bodmin (9 miles north), Wadebridge (13 miles north), Looe (14 miles east) and Nansledan (13 miles north-west).

What’s near Holmbush

In Holmbush, that means homes near Poltair Park, St Paul's Church and Charlestown Primary School, among other places. Holmbush’s nearest station is St Austell station, roughly 1.2 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include St Austell Community Hospital (0.9 miles south-west) and Lost Gardens of Heligan (4.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Hensbarrow Beacon and Tresayes Quarry.

  • Local facilities include Restormel (1.3 miles west)
Map of Holmbush © OpenStreetMap contributors

Questions from Holmbush

Can you repair several things at once?

Of course, and it normally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.

When can you do it?

Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.

What happens next?

You’ll get a fixed quote back. You are under no obligation.

Why does mould come back so fast?

Mould needs moisture. Ventilation and drying keep it clean longer.

What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

Is there any odour?

There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It fades as everything cures.

Can you quote from photos?

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

How do I get a price for bath resealing in Holmbush?

The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

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