Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland
Bath Resealing in Palnackie
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone at your home in Palnackie, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Sealant that’s split or lifting
- Gaps by the taps
- A messy previous reseal
Bath resealing in Palnackie, done in place
We reseal baths with them filled with water, so the joint opens fully, which stops the new seal tearing the first time the bath is used. We regularly repair wet rooms, basins & vanity units and shower trays & enclosures, and the jobs we see most are old sealant that looks dirty and silicone coming away from the tiles.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.
- Location
- Palnackie (DG7)
- Area hub
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I try a DIY kit first?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
What a repair cannot fix
We would rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Gaps too big for silicone alone
- A flexing bath
- Hollow or loose tiles
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Palnackie
- Wet rooms
- Basins & vanity units
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
Looking after it afterwards
Aftercare is simple:
- Keep the joints dry
- Store bottles on a shelf
- Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
- Open a window after bathing
Run the extractor fan, wipe the joints dry after use, and clean them regularly with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.
Mouldy sealant is more than a cosmetic problem, it’s a sign moisture is sitting in the joint. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.
The process
We begin by going over the job with you. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. It normally takes about two hours for a bath.
- The old silicone is cut out completely.
- We remove the residue and clean the joint.
- We treat mould and dry the joint thoroughly.
- We fill the bath, or weight the tray, to open the joint.
- New mould-resistant silicone is applied and tooled neatly.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Getting a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath or shower, include your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
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When to call us in Palnackie
A bathroom without good ventilation is hard on sealant: damp hangs around, and mould grows faster.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Unsealed corners
- Silicone smeared on tiles
- Mould you cannot clean out
- Leaks at the edges
Comparing quotes
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- How changes to the job are handled
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What else we do in Palnackie
Work for landlords and builders
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Palnackie use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
Is resealing worth it?
Resealing is a small job. Leaving split or mouldy sealant lets water get behind the bath or tray, which costs far more to put right. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
What you get with us
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- One visit for most repairs
- No need to remove anything
- Rooms protected and left tidy
See our prices page.
Questions from Palnackie
How long does silicone take to cure?
Usually after around 24 hours. We will tell you the exact time.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Can pets and children be at home?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Do you work in Palnackie?
We do. Technicians travel to Palnackie from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Generally, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
Do you cover the entire of Dumfries and Galloway?
We cover the whole UK, including Palnackie and the rest of Dumfries and Galloway. Send your postcode with your pictures and we will offer you dates.
Can new silicone go over old?
All the old sealant comes out. New silicone won’t bond to old.
What bath resealing costs
We price every job individually, from your pictures. The main factors are:
- What kind of damage it is
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on 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:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A photo taken from further back
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- What it’s made of, if you know
You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
About Palnackie
Palnackie is about 15 miles south-west of Dumfries, in Dumfries and Galloway. Whether you are in the middle of Palnackie or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Palnackie is one of 138 places in Dumfries and Galloway where we work. We work right across the region, from Palnackie to Glasgow (69 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: DG7. From Riverside Drive, Glen Road and Port Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. If you are just outside Palnackie, we cover Kippford (1 mile south-east), Dalbeattie (3 miles north), Rockcliffe (3 miles south-east), Gelston (3 miles west) and Auchencairn (4 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Dumfries (15 miles north-east), Kirkcudbright (9 miles south-west), Troqueer (15 miles north-east), Gatehouse of Fleet (14 miles west) and Castledykes (15 miles north-east).
Near you in Palnackie
Other landmarks nearby include Orchardton Tower (1.1 miles south) and Dalbeattie Museum (2.9 miles north). Not far away are Duff's Loch.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
