Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Howes, Dumfries and Galloway
Bath resealing in and around Howes: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Gaps in the seal
- Stained silicone
- Black mould in the sealant
About our bath resealing in Howes
The key to a good reseal is getting all of the old silicone out. New silicone will not bond to old, which is why many DIY jobs peel. We work on basins & vanity units, baths and wet rooms, and the jobs we see most are old sealant that looks dirty and leaks at the edges.
We guarantee the work for a year. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Where
- Howes (DG12)
- Region
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
To keep it looking its best:
- Give the seal a regular clean
- Use the extractor fan
- Store bottles on a shelf
- Wipe the joints dry after use
Let it cure fully before using the bath or shower, generally around 24 hours.
Black mould in sealant is not just unsightly, it’s a sign moisture is sitting in the joint. Resealing early keeps water out of the walls and floor.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, for the same reason.
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest.
Other services in Howes
Landlord and trade work in Howes
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
If you manage property in Howes, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we’ll price them together.
Howes questions
How long does silicone take to cure?
We will give you the curing time.
What do you need from me?
Photos of the damage, a photo of the whole bath or shower and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.
Why does my sealant keep splitting?
Something is moving. Persistent splitting can mean the support needs attention.
What happens after I send pictures?
You’ll get a fixed quote back, plus dates. You’re under no obligation.
Can you quote from photos?
Normally, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
Do you seal over the old sealant?
We always remove the old sealant completely. Fresh silicone does not stick to old.
Can pets and children be at home?
Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Is there any odour?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.
Howes and nearby
Howes is about 14 miles east of Dumfries, in Dumfries and Galloway. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so you are not left waiting in all day. We cover all 138 towns and villages across Dumfries and Galloway, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Howes to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 65 miles away).
We work across the DG12 postcode area. Neighbouring places we cover include Annan (1 mile east), Newbie (1 mile south-west), Brydekirk (2 miles north), Powfoot (3 miles west) and Dornock (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Dumfries (14 miles west), Lockerbie (10 miles north), Heathhall (14 miles north-west), Langholm (15 miles north-east), Gretna (8 miles east) and Lochmaben (12 miles north-west).
Around Howes
In Howes, that means homes near Queensberry Arms Hotel, Old Parish Church and Annan Academy, among other places. The closest station to Howes is Annan station, about 0.6 miles south-east. A little further out are Annan Museum (less than half a mile south-east) and Annan Hospital (0.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Campfield Marsh RSPB reserve.
Do you need bath resealing in Howes?
A bathroom without good ventilation is hard on sealant: moisture sits on the joints longer, and mould grows faster.
If you can see any of these, send us a photo:
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- An untidy old seal
- Black spots in the silicone
- Damp near the bath
Before booking anyone
- When it can be used again
- What aftercare is recommended
- What happens if they find more damage
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
What we do, step by step
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and start once you’re happy with the plan. Most jobs take a couple of hours, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We cut out all of the old sealant.
- We remove the residue and clean the joint.
- Any mould is treated and the joint dried.
- The bath is filled with water, or weight put on the tray.
- New mould-resistant silicone is applied and tooled neatly.
Preparing for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Ask for a price
Most customers in Howes get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Related advice
What a repair can’t fix
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Tiles that move, until they’re refixed
- Gaps too big for silicone alone
- A bath or tray that moves, until its support is fixed
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Baths
- Wet rooms
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Basins & vanity units
What bath resealing costs
There is no area surcharge for Howes. The price reflects:
- The material and finish
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Unusual colours or finishes
Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Getting a price from photos
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- A picture taken from further back
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. There is no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.
DIY kit or professional repair?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, 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 is not prepared the repair will not last.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
