Norfolk · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Lakenham, Norfolk
Bath resealing in and around Lakenham: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Sealant that’s split or lifting
- Missing sealant behind the taps
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
DIY kit or professional repair?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
About our bath resealing in Lakenham
We reseal baths with them filled with water, so the joint is at its widest, which stops the new seal tearing the first time the bath is used. Our repair technicians work on basins & vanity units, wet rooms and shower trays & enclosures, and people most often call us about an untidy old seal and black spots in the silicone.
Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Location
- Lakenham (NR1, NR2, NR4)
- County
- Norfolk
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
When a repair isn’t the answer
A repair isn’t right for every job, for example:
- Gaps too big for silicone alone
- Hidden water damage
- A bath or tray that moves, until its support is fixed
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Basins & vanity units
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Wet rooms
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Baths
Your questions about bath resealing in Lakenham
Do you come to Lakenham?
We do. Repair technicians travel to Lakenham from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.
Will you leave a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Can new silicone go over old?
Never over old. The old sealant is cut out and the joint cleaned and dried.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Are you accredited?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
What information do you need?
Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
For landlords and businesses
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
When to call us in Lakenham
In time, even good sealant discolours. Steam, soap and movement all wear it down.
The things customers generally mention when they call are:
- A messy previous reseal
- Black spots in the silicone
- Leaks at the edges
- Gaps in the seal
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if they find more damage
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Whether the price covers travel
- How soon you can use it again
Places near Lakenham
Other services in Lakenham
Prices and what affects them
We give every job a fixed price from photos. These are the things that affect it:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Unusual colours or finishes
- The material and finish
We do not add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
How to get a fixed quote
Before you send pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Something in shot to show the size
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Where you are, by postcode
- A wider photo showing the whole bath or shower
For a price in Lakenham, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Keeping it looking good
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- Air the room after use
- Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
- Wipe the joints dry after use
- Keep bottles off the joints
Run the extractor fan, dry the joints after bathing, and clean them regularly with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.
If you notice damp, stains on the ceiling below or loose tiles, act quickly. There may be more going on, and we’ll say if you need a builder or plumber.
Our work in Lakenham
Lakenham is about 2 miles south of Norwich, in Norfolk. Whether you’re in the middle of Lakenham or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Lakenham is one of 797 places in Norfolk we cover.
Jobs in NR1, NR2 and NR4 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Jobs here include addresses on Coke Road, Alan Road and City Road. Lakenham sits on or near the A146 and A1054, so getting to you is simple. Other places close to Lakenham include Norwich Lanes (1 mile north), Golden Triangle (1 mile north-west), Heigham (1 mile north-west), Eaton (1 mile west) and Norwich (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Wymondham (8 miles west), Sprowston (3 miles north), Attleborough (14 miles south-west), North Walsham (15 miles north), Hethersett (5 miles west) and Cringleford (3 miles west).
What’s near Lakenham
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to The Hewett School, Lakenham Primary School and Church of St Mark. Other local landmarks include The Freemasons Arms (under half a mile north), The Hewett School (0.5 miles west) and Chapelfield Gardens (0.9 miles north-west). The closest station to Lakenham is Norwich station, about 0.8 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Norwich Castle (0.8 miles north) and Norfolk and Norwich Hospital (0.7 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Wensum Local Nature Reserve.
Resealing in Lakenham: why it matters
Putting new silicone over old doesn’t last. It soon peels, and traps mould underneath. We remove the old sealant completely. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Lakenham
- We leave the room as we found it
- One visit for most repairs
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
Take a look at our prices page.
What we do, step by step
We work cleanly and quietly. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes a couple of hours. Before we leave, we explain how soon it can be used and how to care for it.
- We protect the area and mask the joint lines.
- Old sealant and residue are removed.
- We clean, treat and dry the joint.
- We run a continuous bead of new silicone.
- The bead is smoothed, the tape removed and the seal left to cure.
How to prepare
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
Getting a price
You do not need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
