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Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Normanton, Derby

Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone for householders, landlords and businesses in Normanton. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.

  • Stained silicone
  • Sealant that is split or lifting
  • Unsealed corners
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath resealing in Normanton?

Bath resealing in Normanton, done in place

The key to a good reseal is getting all of the old silicone out. Fresh sealant does not stick to old, which is why so many DIY reseals peel. Whether it’s leaks at the edges and unsealed corners, we can help, on basins & vanity units, baths and wet rooms alike.

A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.

Area
Normanton (DE23, DE24)
Area hub
Derby
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quote
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath

The process

A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and clear up. Allow around two hours from start to finish. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.

  1. The surrounding area is protected and the joints masked.
  2. We remove the old sealant and every trace of residue.
  3. The joint is cleaned, treated and dried.
  4. We run a continuous bead of new silicone.
  5. The bead is smoothed, the tape removed and the seal left to cure.

Before we arrive

  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
  • Keep a parking space free if you can

How to get a price

Send us pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your DE23 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.

Get a fixed price

Related advice

FAQs for Normanton

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day.

Do the materials smell?

It depends on the job, but often a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Nearly always. If photos don’t show enough, we will ask for another angle.

Why does the silicone keep cracking?

Something is moving. If it keeps happening, the support may need fixing.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote and the next dates we have.

What happens if you find more damage?

If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. You decide whether to go ahead.

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.

Which areas do you work in?

All of Derby, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.

Looking after it afterwards

Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts:

  • Store bottles on a shelf
  • Replace the seal when mould sets in
  • Run the extractor fan during and after showers
  • Open a window after bathing

Good ventilation is the best protection, and dry the joints after bathing.

If you notice damp, stains on the ceiling below or loose tiles, act quickly. It may be more than a reseal, and we will say if you need a builder or plumber.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Normanton

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, pictures and access details and we’ll handle the rest.

About Normanton

Normanton is about 1 mile south-west of Derby, in Derby. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. We work in all 31 towns and villages across Derby. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 34 miles away.

We cover every part of DE23 and DE24. Whether you live on Derby Lane, Valley Road and Duncan Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Nearby, we also work in Sunny Hill (1 mile south-west), Sinfin (1 mile south), Allenton (2 miles south-east), Shelton Lock (2 miles south-east) and Boulton (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Oakwood (4 miles north-east), Spondon (4 miles east), Allestree (4 miles north), Mickleover (3 miles west), Darley Abbey (3 miles north) and Little Eaton (5 miles north).

Near you in Normanton

We visit homes around Derby Pride Academy, The White Swan pub and Akaal Primary School. Nearby too are Rykneld Secondary Modern School Derby (1 mile north) and St Giles' Church (within half a mile east). The nearest railway station is Peartree station, about 0.8 miles east of the centre. A little further out are National Sikh Heritage Centre & Holocaust Museum (0.9 miles east) and Derbyshire Children's Hospital (1.2 miles north-west).

Map of Normanton © OpenStreetMap contributors

What bath resealing costs

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

  • How many areas need work
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • Access to the area
  • How hard the colour is to match

The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You will see the full price before you book, with nothing added on the day.

Send pictures for a quote

Phone pictures are fine, there is no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:

  • A wider photo showing the whole bath or shower
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before

Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.

Common problems we fix in Normanton

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

Customers usually contact us about:

  • Water getting behind the bath or tray
  • An untidy old seal
  • Stained silicone
  • Missing sealant behind the taps

Comparing quotes

  • Whether the price covers travel
  • Who turns up on the day
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • Aftercare advice

Choosing a repair company

When we’d advise against a repair

We will not take on work that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:

  • Movement in the bath or tray
  • Very wide gaps that need a trim
  • Hollow or loose tiles

Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before booking.

Materials we work on in Normanton

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

Why it’s worth resealing in Normanton

Sealing over old silicone is a false economy. It peels within weeks, and traps mould underneath. A proper reseal removes the old first. A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.

Why us?

  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • No extra charge for your area

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