Cumbria · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Newbiggin, Cumbria
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone in Newbiggin, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Leaks at the edges
- Black spots in the silicone
- Old sealant that looks dirty
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Bath resealing in Newbiggin without replacing anything
We reseal baths with them filled with water, so the joint opens fully, so the seal doesn’t tear when the bath is first used. Common call-outs are for gaps by the taps and leaks at the edges, on shower trays & enclosures, wet rooms and baths.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we’ll come back.
- Location
- Newbiggin (CA11)
- County
- Cumbria
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Newbiggin
We give every job a fixed price from pictures. These are the things that affect it:
- Access to the area
- How many areas need work
- How many items we do on one visit
- What kind of damage it is
There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Getting a price from pictures
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
If you are in Newbiggin and want a price, photos are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
About Newbiggin
Newbiggin is about 3 miles west of Penrith, in Cumbria. Anywhere in CA11, a technician comes to you. Newbiggin is one of 438 places in Cumbria where we work. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 52 miles away.
We cover every part of CA11 and the streets around it. If you’re just outside Newbiggin, we cover Stainton (1 mile east), Newton Reigny (2 miles north), Greystoke (3 miles north-west), Pooley Bridge (3 miles south) and Penruddock (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Penrith (3 miles east), Keswick (13 miles west), Appleby-in-Westmorland (14 miles east), Fair Hill (3 miles north-east), Carleton (4 miles east) and Chestnut Hill (13 miles west).
Local landmarks in Newbiggin
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith and Stainton CofE Primary School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Penrith station, about 2.5 miles east. A little further out are Penrith Steam Museum (2.6 miles east) and Penrith Castle (2.5 miles east). Open spaces near Newbiggin include Dunmallard Hill.
FAQs for Newbiggin
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
Can you price it without visiting?
In nearly every case. If photos do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.
How long before I can shower?
You will get the curing time from us, normally around a day.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.
Will there be a smell?
There can be some smell while we work. It clears as the materials cure.
Can pets and children be at home?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
What information do you need?
Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Do you work in Newbiggin?
We do. Technicians travel to Newbiggin from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
What a repair cannot fix
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:
- Hollow or loose tiles
- A bath or tray that moves, until its support is fixed
- Very wide gaps that need a trim
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Basins & vanity units
- Wet rooms
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Baths
Aftercare tips
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Give the seal a regular clean
- Dry the seal after bathing
- Use the extractor fan
- Air the room after use
Keep the room well ventilated, and dry the joints after bathing so mould struggles to take hold.
Do not wait until water gets behind the bath. Gaps or lifting edges mean it needs doing.
Resealing in Newbiggin: why it matters
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. Compared with replacing, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Why book with us
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Everything repaired in place
Take a look at our full price list.
Places near Newbiggin
What else we do in Newbiggin
Repairs by material
Sinks and worktops
Basins, vanity units and kitchen worktops are resealed too, with the joint fully dried first.
Shower trays
Trays are sealed with weight on them, so the joint is at its widest.
What we do, step by step
We begin by going over the job with you, so you know exactly what we’re doing. Then the area is sheeted and masked and we start. It normally takes around two hours, and we’ll keep you posted as we go.
- We cut out and remove all of the old sealant.
- Next we clean the joint and deal with mould.
- The joint is dried thoroughly.
- Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
- We run a new bead of mould-resistant silicone and smooth it neatly, taps included.
Before we arrive
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
Ask for a price
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.
Advice
Common problems we fix in Newbiggin
Sealant doesn’t last forever. Every bath or shower adds moisture and soap residue, which mould feeds on, and the joint moves slightly every time the bath is filled.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- Damp near the bath
- Black spots in the silicone
- Gaps in the seal
- Gaps by the taps
What your quote should include
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- Who turns up on the day
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
