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Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Newton Downs, Devon

Local bath resealing for Newton Downs: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.

  • Gaps in the seal
  • Discoloured, yellow sealant
  • Damp near the bath
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath resealing in Newton Downs?

How we handle bath resealing in Newton Downs

We cut out all of the old sealant, deal with any mould, and reseal with new mould-resistant silicone. We reseal baths, showers, sinks and worktops, and that includes the awkward spots behind the taps. We are often asked to fix black mould in the sealant and water getting behind the bath or tray, across basins & vanity units, wet rooms and baths.

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

Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath
Where
Newton Downs (PL8)
Area hub
Devon
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Quotes
Free, fixed quote from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Why reseal now?

Putting new silicone over old doesn’t last. It peels within weeks, and mould stays trapped behind it. A proper reseal removes the old first. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Why us?

  • We leave the room as we found it
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • No extra charge for your area

See our prices page.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Sinks and worktops

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

Baths

We fill the bath before sealing, so the joint is at its widest.

What a repair cannot fix

To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:

  • Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
  • Hollow or loose tiles
  • Movement in the bath or tray

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before you book.

Surfaces we repair

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

Newton Downs: your questions answered

Are you accredited?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.

When can I use the bath after resealing?

Normally after around 24 hours. We confirm before we leave.

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders.

Is it messy?

Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.

When can you do it?

We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.

What happens if you find more damage?

If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.

Can new silicone go over old?

Never over old. The old sealant is cut out and the joint cleaned and dried.

Is my repair covered?

All our work carries our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.

For landlords and businesses

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.

How it works

There is not much you need to do on the day. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we’ll take it from there. Most visits take a couple of hours, tidy-up included.

  1. All the old sealant is cut out and removed.
  2. We clean the joint and treat any mould.
  3. We make sure the joint is completely dry.
  4. Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
  5. We apply new mould-resistant silicone and tool it to a neat finish, including around the taps.

Before we arrive

  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Open a window if you can

Ask for a price

We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.

Get a fixed price

Related advice

What bath resealing costs

Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:

  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • What the surface is made of
  • The type of damage
  • How many items we do on one visit

We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Send photos for a quote

You can take the photos on your phone. Ensure they show:

  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • One picture of the entire bath or shower
  • The material, if you know it
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before

Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and no obligation.

How to care for the repair

Once the work has cured, treat it gently:

  • Air the room after use
  • Keep bottles off the joints
  • Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
  • Reseal when black spots will not clean off

Avoid scraping the joints, and don’t stand bottles on the seal.

If you notice damp, stains on the ceiling below or loose tiles, act quickly. It may be more than a reseal, so we’ll tell you if it needs a builder or plumber.

Covering Newton Downs

Newton Downs is about 6 miles south-east of Lipson, in Devon. Our technicians come to customers in Newton Downs and the surrounding area, so nothing has to leave your home. Newton Downs is one of 586 towns and villages in Devon where we work.

We cover every part of the PL8 postcode area. Local streets include Gunsey Lane, Parsonage Road and Widey Hill, and we cover them all. Other places close to Newton Downs include Newton Ferrers (1 mile south-west), Membland (1 mile south-east), Noss Mayo (1 mile south-west), Wembury (2 miles west) and Brixton (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Ivybridge (7 miles north-east), Kingsbridge (12 miles east), Salcombe (13 miles south-east), Buckfastleigh (15 miles north-east), South Brent (11 miles north-east) and Tiddy Brook Meadows (15 miles north).

Local landmarks in Newton Downs

In Newton Downs, that means homes near Church of Holy Cross, Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School and Dolphin Inn. Nearby you will also find Mount Gould Hospital and Local Care Centre (5.3 miles north-west).

Map of Newton Downs © OpenStreetMap contributors

Should I try a DIY kit first?

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, 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 often lifts.

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.

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