Midlothian · Scotland

Bath Resealing in Newbattle

We travel to Newbattle for bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Gaps in the seal
  • Black spots in the silicone
  • Old sealant that looks dirty
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

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About our bath resealing in Newbattle

All of the old sealant is cut out, treat any mould, and apply fresh mould-resistant silicone. We do this for baths, showers, sinks and worktops, and that includes the awkward spots behind the taps. Our repair technicians work on baths, basins & vanity units and kitchen worktops & sinks, and common reasons people get in touch are old sealant that looks dirty and sealant that’s split or lifting.

You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Newbattle as everywhere else we work.

Location
Newbattle (EH22, EH19)
County
Midlothian
Cover
A year, on every repair
Price
Free, fixed price from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Roll-top bath being refinished by a Surface Doctor technician

Why reseal now?

A reseal is one of the cheapest bathroom jobs there is, and it protects everything around the bath. Failed sealant can lead to water damage that is much more expensive. We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Newbattle

  • We leave the room as we found it
  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Generally one visit, start to finish
  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing

See our full price list.

FAQs for Newbattle

Which areas do you work in?

We work UK-wide, and that includes Newbattle. 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.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Normally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we will say so.

Can new silicone go over old?

No, we never seal over old silicone. It’s removed, cleaned off and the joint dried first.

How long does silicone take to cure?

You’ll get the curing time from us, usually around a day.

Why does the silicone keep cracking?

Something is moving. Persistent splitting can mean the support needs attention.

Is it messy?

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

What do you need from me?

Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.

Aftercare tips

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Open a window after bathing
  • Don’t stand toiletries on the seal
  • Run the extractor fan during and after showers
  • Dry the seal after bathing

Use the extractor fan, wipe the joints dry after use, and clean them regularly with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.

Reseal before water gets in. Split or lifting sealant is a sign it’s time.

Can I fix it myself?

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

For landlords and businesses

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there’s no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit.

About Newbattle

Newbattle is about 1 mile south-west of Dalkeith, in Midlothian. Jobs in Newbattle are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. Newbattle is one of 33 towns and villages in Midlothian where we work. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 7 miles away.

Every address in EH22 and EH19 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on Torsonce Road, Dalhousie Road and Bonnyrigg Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. If you’re just outside Newbattle, we cover Dalkeith (1 mile north-east), Newtongrange (1 mile south-east), Easthouses (1 mile east), Mayfield (2 miles south-east) and Gowkshill (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Penicuik (6 miles south-west), Loanhead (3 miles west), Gorebridge (3 miles south-east), Shawfair (3 miles north), Rosewell (3 miles south-west) and Roslin (4 miles south-west).

What’s near Newbattle

Typical jobs here are in homes near The Justinlees pub, Public Library and Dalkeith High School and the streets around them. Newbattle has its own railway station: Eskbank station. Well-known places in the area include Midlothian Community Hospital (0.5 miles west) and Dalkeith Palace (1.3 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Duddingston Loch and The New Leaf Co-op.

Map of Newbattle © OpenStreetMap contributors

The process

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

  1. We cut out all of the old sealant.
  2. Residue is removed and the joint cleaned.
  3. Any mould is treated and the joint dried.
  4. The bath is filled with water, or weight put on the tray.
  5. We apply fresh mould-resistant silicone and tool a neat bead.

How to prepare

  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing

Getting a price

Send us pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you are in Newbattle, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.

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Prices and what affects them

We price every job individually. The main factors are:

  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • What the surface is made of
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first

Set against the cost of replacement, repairing normally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

How to get a fixed price

When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.

What we’re called out for in Newbattle

Joints split if the bath or tray moves, often because it was sealed while the bath was empty.

People typically call us when they notice one of these:

  • A messy previous reseal
  • Silicone coming away from the tiles
  • Leaks at the edges
  • Unsealed corners

Questions to ask before booking

  • Whether the price covers travel
  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • How your room will be protected
  • When it can be used again

10 questions to ask before you book

Different materials, different repairs

Sinks and worktops

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

Shower trays

We put weight on a tray before sealing it, for the same reason.

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