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Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Muddlebridge, Devon
Local bath resealing for Muddlebridge: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Sealant that is split or lifting
- Gaps by the taps
- Old sealant that looks dirty
Bath resealing in Muddlebridge without replacing anything
A reseal is a small job that makes a big difference. Clean, white joints make a bathroom look cared for, and they keep water out. We work on shower trays & enclosures, wet rooms and basins & vanity units, and common reasons people contact us are unsealed corners and a messy previous reseal.
Every job is backed for twelve months in Muddlebridge and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Area
- Muddlebridge (EX31)
- County
- Devon
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Our work in Muddlebridge
Muddlebridge is about 2 miles west of Barnstaple, in Devon. Whether you’re in the middle of Muddlebridge or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Muddlebridge is one of 586 places in Devon where we work.
Postcode districts we cover here: EX31. Neighbouring places we cover include Fremington (1 mile west), Chivenor (2 miles north-west), Yelland (2 miles west), Worlington (3 miles south-west) and Newton Tracey (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Bideford (6 miles south-west), Ilfracombe (9 miles north), Braunton (3 miles north-west), Newport (3 miles east), South Molton (12 miles east) and East-the-Water (6 miles south-west).
What’s near Muddlebridge
Our clients here include homes close to United Reform Church, Pilton Community College and Fremington Community Primary and Nursery School, among other places. Muddlebridge’s nearest station is Barnstaple station, about 1.9 miles east. Well-known places in the area include North Devon District Hospital (2.8 miles north-east) and St Annes Chapel and Old Grammar School Museum (2.2 miles east). For a walk, there’s Staddon Hill and Fremington Local Nature Reserve.
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Signs you need bath resealing in Muddlebridge
Joints split if the bath or tray moves, often because it was sealed with the bath empty.
Look out for any of the following:
- Mould you can’t clean out
- Stained silicone
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
- Leaks at the edges
What your quote should include
- What preparation is included
- Who will actually do the work
- Whether the price covers travel
- Aftercare advice
Muddlebridge questions
Which areas do you work in?
We work UK-wide. Our prices are the same everywhere.
Is there a guarantee?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Can you quote from pictures?
Usually, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Why does my sealant keep going mouldy?
Damp is the cause. Run the fan, dry the joints and the new seal stays cleaner for longer.
Do you come to Muddlebridge?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and come to Muddlebridge. Send pictures and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Most of the time. Let us know what was used before and we will plan for it.
Are there extra charges for Muddlebridge?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
The process
On the day, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job typically takes a couple of hours. We tidy up before we leave and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- The surrounding area is protected and the joints masked.
- Old sealant and residue are removed.
- We clean, treat and dry the joint.
- Fresh silicone is applied in a continuous bead.
- The bead is smoothed, the tape removed and the seal left to cure.
Before we arrive
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Get a quote
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole bath or shower, add your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
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Is resealing worth it?
A reseal is one of the cheapest bathroom jobs there is. 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 photos and you will get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Muddlebridge
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- A fixed quote before you book
- Nothing taken out or refitted
See our prices page.
Aftercare tips
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Use the extractor fan
- Store bottles on a shelf
- Give the seal a regular clean
- Replace the seal when mould sets in
Keep the room well ventilated, and wipe the joints after use to keep mould away.
If you notice damp, stains on the ceiling below or loose tiles, act quickly. It may be more than a reseal, and we will say if you need a builder or plumber.
What bath resealing costs
We charge the same across the UK, including Muddlebridge. The price reflects:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The material
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Unusual colours or finishes
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Getting a price from photos
Two or three clear photos are typically enough. Try to include:
- The material, if you know it
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A photo taken from further back
There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
When a repair isn’t the answer
Not everything can be repaired, and we would rather say so up front. We can’t fix:
- Movement in the bath or tray
- Water damage behind the bath that needs a builder
- Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Baths
- Basins & vanity units
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Wet rooms
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Shower trays
Trays are sealed with weight on them, for the same reason.
Baths
We fill the bath before sealing, so the joint is at its widest.
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