Greater London · England

Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Monkhams, Greater London

Fixed-price bath resealing in Monkhams and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.

  • Unsealed corners
  • Silicone coming away from the tiles
  • Silicone smeared on tiles
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath resealing in Monkhams?

Bath resealing in Monkhams without replacing anything

All of the old sealant is cut out, deal with any mould, and apply fresh mould-resistant silicone. We reseal baths, showers, sinks and worktops, including the awkward bits behind the taps. Whether it’s stained silicone and damp near the bath, we can normally put it right.

Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.

Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath
Area
Monkhams (IG8, IG9, E4)
Region
Greater London
Cover
A year, on every repair
Price
Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

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.

What we do, step by step

Visits start with a quick look at the job together. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. Allow around two hours.

  1. We protect the area and mask the joint lines.
  2. We remove the old sealant and every trace of residue.
  3. The joint is cleaned, treated and dried.
  4. Fresh silicone is applied in a continuous bead.
  5. We smooth the bead, remove the tape and leave it to cure.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive

How to get a price

For a price in Monkhams, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Send pictures for a quote

Advice

What bath resealing costs

Prices are worked out job by job. The main factors are:

  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • What the surface is made of
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.

Getting a price from pictures

Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:

  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • Any details about the material

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole bath or shower, include your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.

Work for landlords and builders

For developers and builders, we fix 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 to keep costs down.

If you manage property in Monkhams, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.

Why it’s worth resealing in Monkhams

Resealing is routine maintenance. Putting off a reseal can let water reach the walls and floor, which costs far more to put right. Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Monkhams

  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • Everything repaired in place
  • Generally one visit, start to finish
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited

Take a look at our pricing.

Monkhams and nearby

Monkhams is about 1 mile north of Woodford, in Greater London. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. Monkhams is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we work. We work right across the region, from Monkhams to London (10 miles away).

Our visits in IG8, IG9 and E4 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Oak Lane, Wood Lane and Mill Lane. Monkhams is on the A121, so it’s easy for us to reach. If you’re just outside Monkhams, we cover Woodford Wells (1 mile east), Friday Hill (1 mile west), Woodford (1 mile south), Buckhurst Hill (1 mile north-east) and Chingford Hatch (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as London (10 miles south-west), City of Westminster (10 miles south-west), Marylebone (10 miles south-west), Kensington (13 miles south-west), St Pancras (9 miles south-west) and Shoreditch (8 miles south-west).

Around Monkhams

Typical jobs here are in homes near Trinity Catholic High School, The Monkhams pub and All Saints' Church, among other places. Other local landmarks include Wells Primary School (within half a mile south-east), The Highams Park (0.7 miles west) and Woodford Green Preparatory School (0.6 miles south). The nearest railway station is Highams Park station, about 1.2 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Claybury Hospital (2.1 miles south-east) and 17 & Central (3.1 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Highams Park Lake and Pole Hill.

  • Parks and local facilities nearby include Buckhurst Hill East (1.1 miles north-east)
Map of Monkhams © OpenStreetMap contributors

When to call us in Monkhams

A bathroom without good ventilation is hard on sealant: moisture sits on the joints longer, and mould takes hold.

You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:

  • Leaks at the edges
  • Gaps in the seal
  • Silicone smeared on tiles
  • Stained silicone

Comparing quotes

  • How changes to the job are handled
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • How long it needs to cure

10 questions to ask before booking

Common questions in Monkhams

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. Everywhere else in the home is fine.

What happens if you find more damage?

The price is fixed for what the pictures show. If there is more, we will tell you before starting.

Can you quote from photos?

Typically, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.

Is my repair covered?

Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Normally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.

Can tenants book a repair?

Of course. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.

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

Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.

When a repair is not the answer

It helps to know what we cannot do:

  • Hollow or loose tiles
  • Movement in the bath or tray
  • Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing

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

Materials we repair

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

Should I try a DIY kit first?

Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. 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.

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