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Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Old Town, Edinburgh

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

  • Stained silicone
  • A messy previous reseal
  • Silicone coming away from the tiles
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath resealing near Old Town

How it works

Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and get going once we have agreed what we’re doing. Most jobs take around two hours, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.

  1. The old silicone is cut out completely.
  2. Residue is removed and the joint cleaned.
  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.

Preparing for the visit

  • Make sure the area is dry
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work

Get a quote

No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.

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Related advice

How we handle bath resealing in Old Town

A good reseal is all about preparation: every bit of old silicone out, mould treated, the joint clean and dry. Then the fresh sealant goes on, as one neat, continuous bead. We regularly repair baths, basins & vanity units and kitchen worktops & sinks, and common reasons people contact us are damp near the bath and gaps in the seal.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re not left on your own once we’ve gone.

Roll-top bath being refinished by a Surface Doctor technician
Area
Old Town (EH1, EH8, EH3)
County
Edinburgh
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Quote
Free, fixed quote from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Can I fix it myself?

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.

Different materials, different repairs

Sinks and worktops

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

Baths

Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest.

What affects the price in Old Town

A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We take into account:

  • How hard the colour is to match
  • The material and finish
  • How much damage there is
  • The type of damage

The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.

How to get a fixed quote

The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • One picture of the whole bath or shower
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath or shower, we can give you a fixed price the same day in most cases.

For landlords and businesses

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.

What a repair cannot fix

In fairness, some problems need a different fix:

  • Very wide gaps that need a trim
  • Hollow or loose tiles
  • Rotten walls or floors behind the bath

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

Materials we repair

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

About Old Town

Old Town is about 1 mile north-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Old Town is one of 175 towns and villages in Edinburgh where we work.

Our repair technicians cover all of the EH1, EH8 and EH3 postcode area and the streets around it. Jobs here include addresses on Meuse Lane, High Street and Meadow Lane. Nearby, we also work in Lauriston (1 mile south-west), Buccleuch (1 mile south-east), Holyrood (1 mile north-east), Dumbiedykes (1 mile east) and Canongate (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Queensferry (8 miles west), South Portobello (3 miles east), Southhouse (4 miles south-east), Gilmerton (4 miles south-east), Muirhouse (3 miles north-west) and Gracemount (3 miles south-east).

Local landmarks in Old Town

Typical jobs here are in homes near Old Royal High School, Free Church College and The Meadows and the streets around them. You will also find St Cuthbert's Church (0.6 miles west), National Museums Scotland Library (within half a mile south-east), Tollcross Primary School (0.6 miles south-west) and Augustine Congregational Church (less than half a mile north-east). Old Town has its own railway station: Edinburgh Waverley station. Further afield, we also cover the area around Edinburgh Castle (within half a mile west) and Museum of Scotland (within half a mile south-east). Not far away are Salisbury Crags and Dunsapie Loch.

  • Local pubs include Greyfriars Bobby Bar (within half a mile south)
Map of Old Town © OpenStreetMap contributors

Why it’s worth resealing in Old Town

Compared with repairing water damage, resealing is cheap. It’s a quick job that protects your walls and floors. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Why us?

  • Work done at your home or business
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • A fixed quote before you book

Read our full price list.

Do you need bath resealing in Old Town?

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.

Most people contact us after spotting something like this:

  • Old sealant that looks dirty
  • Silicone smeared on tiles
  • Missing sealant behind the taps
  • Sealant that is split or lifting

Comparing quotes

  • Whether the price covers travel
  • How your room will be protected
  • Aftercare advice
  • Whether a trained technician does the job

10 questions to ask before you book

FAQs for Old Town

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Typically, yes. The old repair comes out first.

Do you work in Old Town?

Yes, we do. We send a technician to Old Town for every job, with no extra charge for travel.

Can you reseal over the old silicone?

We always remove the old sealant completely. Fresh silicone does not stick to old.

What happens next?

You will get a fixed quote back, plus dates. You’re under no obligation.

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.

Will the price change on the day?

We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

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.

Do I have to be there?

We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.

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