Isles of Scilly · England

Bath Resealing in New Grimsby

Our repair technicians come to New Grimsby for bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Silicone smeared on tiles
  • Sealant that is split or lifting
  • Black mould in the sealant
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath resealing in New Grimsby

Bath resealing in New Grimsby without replacing anything

Resealing is quick, but it transforms the look. Fresh joints make the whole room look cleaner, and they protect the walls and floor. Typical jobs include black spots in the silicone and a messy previous reseal, on shower trays & enclosures, kitchen worktops & sinks and basins & vanity units.

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

Where
New Grimsby (TR24)
County
Isles of Scilly
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Quotes
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

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 normally takes a couple of hours. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. The surrounding area is protected and the joints masked.
  2. Old sealant and residue are removed.
  3. We clean, treat and dry the joint.
  4. We run a continuous bead of new silicone.
  5. The bead is smoothed, the tape removed and the seal left to cure.

Preparing for the visit

  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Open a window if you can

Get a quote

Upload a photo of the damage and one of the entire item, with your TR24 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.

Get a free quote

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What affects the price in New Grimsby

A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We take into account:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • The type of damage
  • The size and number of damaged areas

What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before you book.

Send photos for a quote

Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • One picture of the whole bath or shower

You don’t 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 will come back to you with a fixed figure.

Common questions in New Grimsby

Will the price change on the day?

We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

Will you leave a mess?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.

Do the materials smell?

There can be some smell while we work, which is why we ventilate. It clears as the materials cure.

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

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

How do I stop mould in sealant?

Damp is the cause. Run the fan, dry the joints and the new seal stays cleaner for longer.

What happens once I’ve sent pictures?

You’ll get a fixed quote back, usually with dates to choose from. You’re under no obligation.

Can you quote from pictures?

Nearly always. If pictures do not show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.

How long will it take?

Most reseals take about two hours. It then needs time to cure.

Signs you need bath resealing in New Grimsby

No sealant lasts for ever. Every bath or shower adds moisture and soap residue, which mould loves, and the joint moves slightly every time the bath is filled.

Look out for any of the following:

  • Leaks at the edges
  • A messy previous reseal
  • Black mould in the sealant
  • Old sealant that looks dirty

What to look for in a quote

  • What preparation is included
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges

Choosing a repair company

Honest limits

We’d rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:

  • Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing
  • A flexing bath
  • Loose tiles, which need refixing first

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.

What we work on

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

How to care for the repair

To keep it looking its best for years:

  • Do not stand toiletries on the seal
  • Replace the seal when mould sets in
  • Run the extractor fan during and after showers
  • Let steam out after showers

Don’t scrape the sealant with anything sharp, and keep shampoo bottles off the joints.

Mouldy sealant is more than a cosmetic problem. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.

Work for landlords and builders

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in New Grimsby as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it typically costs far less than a refit.

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Covering New Grimsby

New Grimsby is about 37 miles west of Penzance, in the Isles of Scilly. Whether you’re in the middle of New Grimsby or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in all 13 towns and villages across the Isles of Scilly.

Here we cover the TR24 postcode area. Streets in the area include Palace Lane, New Grimsby Quay and Back Lane, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also work in Dolphin Town (1 mile north-east), Old Grimsby (1 mile north-east), Higher Town (2 miles east), Telegraph (2 miles south-east) and Trenoweth (3 miles south-east). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so it’s best to call first.

What’s near New Grimsby

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Fraggle Rock Bar and St Nicholas's Church and the streets around them. A little further out are St Mary's Hospital (3.3 miles south-east) and King Charles's Castle (0.6 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Mount Todden and The Great Pool.

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Different materials, different repairs

Sinks and worktops

We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, once the joint is completely dry.

Baths

Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest.

Why it’s worth resealing in New Grimsby

Putting new silicone over old does not last. It peels within weeks, and traps mould underneath. We remove the old sealant completely. A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.

What you get with us

  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish

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