Dorset · England

Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Newland, Dorset

Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone for householders, landlords and businesses in Newland. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.

  • An untidy old seal
  • Stained silicone
  • Black spots in the silicone
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath resealing in Newland

Bath resealing in Newland without replacing anything

Resealing is quick, but it transforms the look. Fresh joints make the entire room look cleaner, and they keep water out. Our technicians work on baths, wet rooms and kitchen worktops & sinks, and common reasons people contact us are silicone coming away from the tiles and unsealed corners.

Every repair is covered by our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Dorset.

Where
Newland (DT9)
Region
Dorset
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quote
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath

Resealing in Newland: why it matters

Resealing is a small job. Putting off a reseal can let water reach the walls and floor, which costs far more to put right. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.

Why us?

  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • No extra charge for your area
  • Everything repaired in place

Read our prices page.

About Newland

Newland is about 10 miles south-east of Yeovil, in Dorset. Across the DT9 area, a technician comes to you. Our technicians cover all 462 towns and villages in Dorset.

Our visits in DT9 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Newland: Pulham (1 mile east), Glanvilles Wootton (1 mile south-west), Middlemarsh (1 mile south-west), Holwell (1 mile north-east) and Pleck Green (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Dorchester (11 miles south), Blandford Forum (12 miles east), Gillingham (13 miles north-east), Shaftesbury (14 miles north-east), Sherborne (6 miles north-west) and Fordington (11 miles south).

What’s near Newland

In Newland, that means homes near Parish Church of St Mary, among other places. Open spaces near Newland include Bookham Knoll.

Map of Newland © OpenStreetMap contributors

Looking after it afterwards

A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:

  • Reseal at the first sign of lifting
  • Keep the joints dry
  • Let steam out after showers
  • Run the extractor fan during and after showers

Let it cure fully before using the bath or shower, usually around 24 hours.

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

What your bath or shower is made of matters

Shower trays

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

Baths

Baths are resealed with water in them, to open the joint fully.

What affects the price in Newland

There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:

  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • The type of damage

There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Getting a price from photos

Two or three clear pictures are usually enough. Try to include:

  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area

Email us a picture of the damage and one of the whole item, with your DT9 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.

For landlords and businesses

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.

FAQs for Newland

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Of course, and it generally saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and you’ll get one combined price.

How quickly can you book me in?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send pictures with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.

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 if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

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

My seal keeps tearing. Why?

Typically because the bath or tray moves, or it was sealed with the bath empty. We seal baths full of water.

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

We give a fixed quote from your pictures. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your DT9 postcode.

Which areas do you work in?

All of Dorset, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.

The process

Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. It normally takes a couple of hours, and you can get on with other things while we are there.

  1. The old silicone is cut out completely.
  2. We remove the residue and clean the joint.
  3. We treat mould and dry the joint thoroughly.
  4. The bath is filled with water, or weight put on the tray.
  5. New mould-resistant silicone is applied and tooled neatly.

How to prepare

  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings

Getting a price

We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.

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What we are called out for in Newland

Sealant splits when the bath or tray moves, frequently because it was sealed with the bath empty.

Look out for any of the following:

  • Damp near the bath
  • Gaps by the taps
  • Black mould in the sealant
  • Stained silicone

What your quote should include

  • What happens if they find more damage
  • How to care for the finish
  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • What prep work is covered

How to compare quotes

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