Orkney Islands · Scotland

Bath Resealing for Kirbister homes

Fixed-price bath resealing in Kirbister and the surrounding area, normally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.

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 Kirbister

What happens on the day

Once we’re through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes about two hours for a bath, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.

We cut out and remove all of the old sealant.
Next we clean the joint and deal with mould.
We dry the joint thoroughly.
For a bath, we fill it with water first so the joint is at its widest.
We apply new mould-resistant silicone and tool it to a neat finish, including around the taps.

Before we arrive

Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Point us to the nearest place to park
Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area

Getting a price

For a price in Kirbister, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

How we handle bath resealing in Kirbister

Resealing is one of the simplest ways to protect your bathroom. Old, split or mouldy sealant lets water get behind the bath or tray, and a new seal stops it. Typical jobs include black mould in the sealant and missing sealant behind the taps, on basins & vanity units, shower trays & enclosures and wet rooms.

Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee in Kirbister and across the Orkney Islands.

Location: Kirbister (KW17)
County: Orkney Islands
Cover: A year, on every repair
Price: Fixed and free, based on pictures
Call: 0345 017 0787
Last updated: 23 October 2026

Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Baths

Baths are resealed with water in them, to open the joint fully.

Sinks and worktops

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

Keeping it looking good

Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:

Reseal when black spots won’t clean off
Clean the sealant gently and regularly
Store bottles on a shelf
Run the extractor fan during and after showers

Let it cure fully before using the bath or shower, normally about a day.

Black mould in sealant isn’t just unsightly; it shows moisture is getting in. Resealing early keeps water out of the walls and floor.

When a repair is not the answer

In fairness, there are a few things a repair will not fix:

Water damage behind the bath that needs a builder
A bath or tray that moves, until its support is fixed
Hollow or loose tiles

Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before booking.

Materials we work on in Kirbister

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

FAQs for Kirbister

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Just add the extra items to your photos and you’ll get one combined price.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

We review the photos and send a fixed quote with dates.

Do you seal over the old sealant?

We always remove the old sealant completely. New silicone will not bond to old.

Can you repair something that is been repaired before?

Normally, yes. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send pictures.

How much does bath resealing cost in Kirbister?

The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You will get a fixed figure before you book.

What do you need from me?

Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.

Do you come to Kirbister?

Yes. We work across the UK and come to Kirbister. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders in Kirbister.

Prices and what affects them

We don’t charge extra for travel to Kirbister. The price comes down to:

The material and finish
How hard the colour is to match
Any earlier repairs that need removing first
Access to the area

The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You will see the full price before you book.

How to get a fixed quote

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

Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
A photo taken from further back
Any earlier repairs or coatings
A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale

A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the entire bath or shower, include your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

Kirbister and the surrounding area

Kirbister is about 6 miles south-west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. Across the KW17 area, we carry out the work at your property. Kirbister is one of 51 towns and villages in the Orkney Islands where we work.

All of KW17 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. With the A964 close by, Kirbister is easy for our repair technicians to reach. Nearby, we also work in Orphir (2 miles south-west), Midland (3 miles south-west), Germiston (3 miles north-west), Greenigoe (3 miles east) and Clestrain (3 miles west). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so it’s best to call first.

Landmarks near Kirbister

Other landmarks nearby include Balfour Hospital (5.4 miles east). Open spaces near Kirbister include Ward Hill and Loch of Kirbister.

Is resealing worth it?

Resealing is a small job. Leaving split or mouldy sealant can let water reach the walls and floor, which costs far more to put right. We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.