Dorset · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Ilsington, Dorset
Our repair technicians come to Ilsington for bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Black spots in the silicone
- Stained silicone
- Unsealed corners
Is resealing worth it?
A reseal is one of the cheapest bathroom jobs there is and protects the walls and floor. Failed sealant can lead to water damage that is much more expensive. 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.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Ilsington
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Work done at your home or business
- One price list for the entire UK
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
Read our prices page.
How we handle bath resealing in Ilsington
A reseal is a small job that makes a big difference. Clean, white joints make a bathroom look cared for, and they protect the walls and floor. Whether it’s stained silicone and damp near the bath, we can normally put it right, whatever the material.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Area
- Ilsington (DT2)
- Region
- Dorset
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What a repair can’t fix
Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits:
- Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing
- Hidden water damage
- Movement in the bath or tray
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Wet rooms
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Basins & vanity units
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Baths
Questions from Ilsington
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
You will get a fixed quote back, typically with dates to choose from. There is no obligation to book.
Can tenants book a repair?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Do I have to be there?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
How long will it take?
A bath or shower normally takes a couple of hours. It then needs time to cure.
What areas do you cover?
Everywhere in the UK, Ilsington included. There is no extra charge for travel.
Do the materials smell?
There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It fades as everything cures.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses in Ilsington.
The process
Your technician turns up when we said we would and looks over the damage before anything else. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before we open a single tin. Most visits take around two hours, and we leave the room as we found it.
- We cut out and remove all of the old sealant.
- The joint is cleaned and any mould treated.
- We make sure the joint is completely dry.
- Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
- New mould-resistant silicone goes on and is tooled to a neat finish, including around the taps.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Ask for a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.
Advice
Prices and what affects them
You won’t pay by the hour. The price is based on:
- What kind of damage it is
- Doing more than one item at once
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Unusual colours or finishes
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Quotes from your photos
Phone pictures are fine. Just make sure we can see:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- A wider photo showing the whole bath or shower
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
Email us a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you are in Ilsington, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
Landlord and trade work in Ilsington
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Looking after it afterwards
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Open a window after bathing
- Reseal at the first sign of lifting
- Ventilate the bathroom well
- Keep the joints dry
Good ventilation is the best protection, and dry the joints after bathing to keep mould away.
Damp below or loose tiles need checking quickly. There may be more going on, and we’ll say if you need a builder or plumber.
Different materials, different repairs
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, to open the joint fully.
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, so the joint is at its widest.
Covering Ilsington
Ilsington is about 4 miles east of Dorchester, in Dorset. Jobs in Ilsington are booked in like any other job: a fixed price from your pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. We cover 462 places in Dorset, from the larger towns to small villages.
Jobs in DT2 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. If you’re just outside Ilsington, we cover Tincleton (1 mile east), Woodsford (1 mile south-east), Puddletown (2 miles north), Higher Bockhampton (2 miles west) and Burleston (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Weymouth (9 miles south-west), Dorchester (4 miles west), Blandford Forum (12 miles north-east), Corfe Mullen (15 miles east), Portland (13 miles south) and Rodwell (10 miles south-west).
What’s near Ilsington
We visit homes around Dorset Studio School and Church of Saint John the Baptist. For rail, the closest station is Moreton (Dorset) station, about 2.3 miles south-east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum (2.6 miles north-east) and Dorset County Hospital (4.3 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Tadnoll and Winfrith Heath.
Towns and villages near Ilsington
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