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Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Newport, Devon
Bath resealing in Newport without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
- Unsealed corners
- An untidy old seal
What we are called out for in Newport
Black mould is the most common reason people reseal. It grows into the silicone, so cleaning cannot get it all out.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Leaks at the edges
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- An untidy old seal
- Black mould in the sealant
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if they find more damage
- How the colour is matched
- How long it needs to cure
- Whether a trained technician does the job
Bath resealing at your home in Newport
We reseal baths, shower trays, basins and worktops using mould-resistant silicone. A typical reseal takes a couple of hours. Whether it’s water getting behind the bath or tray and gaps in the seal, we can help, on baths, basins & vanity units and shower trays & enclosures alike.
Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Where
- Newport (EX32, EX31, EX37)
- Area hub
- Devon
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How to care for the repair
To keep it looking its best:
- Wipe the joints dry after use
- Use the extractor fan
- Clean the sealant gently and regularly
- Keep bottles off the joints
Keep the room well ventilated, and wipe the joints after use to keep mould away.
Mouldy sealant is more than a cosmetic problem, it’s a sign moisture is sitting in the joint. Resealing early keeps water out of the walls and floor.
What a repair can’t fix
A repair is not right for every job, for example:
- Tiles that move, until they’re refixed
- Hidden water damage
- A bath or tray that moves, until its support is fixed
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before booking.
Materials we repair
- Wet rooms
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Basins & vanity units
- Shower trays & enclosures
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, to open the joint fully.
Sinks and worktops
Basins, vanity units and kitchen worktops are resealed too, once the joint is completely dry.
Why reseal now?
Sealing over old silicone is a false economy. It soon peels, and mould stays trapped behind it. We remove the old sealant completely. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Newport
- We leave the room as we found it
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Most jobs done in one visit
- A fixed quote before you book
Read our pricing.
Newport: your questions answered
Is the work guaranteed?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
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.
Do you seal over the old sealant?
Never over old. The old sealant is cut out and the joint cleaned and dried.
How do I get a price for bath resealing in Newport?
The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
How long does a reseal take?
Around two hours for a bath, then it needs to cure.
When can I use the bath after resealing?
Normally about a day later. We confirm before we leave.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.
How quickly can you book me in?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Newport and nearby
Newport is about 1 mile south-east of Barnstaple, in Devon. From the centre of Newport to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Newport is one of 586 places in Devon we cover.
Jobs in EX32, EX31 and EX37 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes on New Road, Pill Lane and Park Lane. Close by, we cover Barnstaple (1 mile north-west), Sticklepath (1 mile west), Westacott (1 mile north-east), Bishop's Tawton (1 mile south) and Pilton (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Bideford (8 miles south-west), Ilfracombe (10 miles north), Braunton (6 miles north-west), South Molton (10 miles east), East-the-Water (8 miles south-west) and Northam (8 miles west).
What’s near Newport
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Park Community School, Church of St John the Baptist and North Devon Athenaeum, among other places. Other local landmarks include Newport Community School Primary Academy (under half a mile east), The Park Community School (less than half a mile south-west), Rose and Crown Public House (under half a mile north) and Holy Trinity Church (0.5 miles north-west). The nearest railway station is Barnstaple station, roughly 0.8 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon (0.7 miles north-west) and Hawley Hospital (0.6 miles north). Open spaces near Newport include Fremington Local Nature Reserve.
DIY kit or professional repair?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
For a hairline mark somewhere you will 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.
How it works
Here’s how a visit usually runs: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, do the job and clear up. Plan for about two hours for a bath. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and how to look after it.
- First we strip out every bit of the old mastic.
- The joint is cleaned and any mould treated.
- We ensure the joint is completely dry.
- Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
- We apply new mould-resistant silicone and tool it to a neat finish, taps included.
Preparing for the visit
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
How to get a price
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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Prices and what affects them
Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Unusual colours or finishes
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.
Send photos for a quote
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower
- Something in shot to show the size
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Details of any past repairs
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
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