Essex · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Polstead, Essex
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone for homes and businesses in Polstead and across Essex. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.
- Damp near the bath
- Gaps by the taps
- Black mould in the sealant
About Polstead
Polstead is about 7 miles east of Sudbury, in Essex. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Polstead is one of 644 towns and villages in Essex we cover. Our jobs stretch from Polstead to London (about 55 miles away).
Our repair technicians cover all of CO6. We regularly work on streets such as Rockalls Road, Heath Road and Polstead Hill and the roads around them. Other places close to Polstead include Bell's Corner (1 mile south), Polstead Heath (1 mile north), Hadleigh Heath (2 miles north), Shelley (2 miles east) and Lower Layham (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (8 miles south), Camulodunum (9 miles south), Halstead (12 miles west), Greenstead (8 miles south), Tiptree (15 miles south-west) and Wivenhoe (10 miles south).
Local landmarks in Polstead
We visit homes around The Cock Inn and Church of St Mary, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Lindsey Castle (3.7 miles north). Open spaces near Polstead include Groton Wood.
How we handle bath resealing in Polstead
Baths, trays, basins and kitchen worktops all get resealed. A typical reseal takes a couple of hours, then it needs to cure. We regularly repair wet rooms, kitchen worktops & sinks and baths, and common reasons people get in touch are unsealed corners and leaks at the edges.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee in Polstead and across Essex.
- Area
- Polstead (CO6)
- County
- Essex
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Is resealing worth it?
Resealing costs very little. Failed sealant can lead to water damage that is much more expensive. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why Polstead customers choose us
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Typically one visit, start to finish
- Same prices wherever you are
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
See our full price list.
Work for landlords and builders
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Polstead use us as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it normally costs far less than a refit.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Essex and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
The process
You do not need to empty the room. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and get going once we’ve agreed what we’re doing. Most jobs take around two hours, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We cut out all of the old sealant.
- Residue is removed and the joint cleaned.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
Get a quote
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. There’s no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.
Related advice
Aftercare tips
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts:
- Air the room after use
- Reseal at the first sign of lifting
- Use the extractor fan
- Do not stand toiletries on the seal
Use the extractor fan, wipe the joints dry after use, and give them a regular clean with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.
Damp below or loose tiles need checking quickly. There may be more going on, so we will tell you if it needs a builder or plumber.
Common problems we fix in Polstead
Even good sealant eventually discolours. Steam, soap and movement all take their toll.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- Black mould in the sealant
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- A messy previous reseal
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
Comparing quotes
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- How long it needs to cure
- How the colour is matched
- What protection goes down before work starts
When we would advise against a repair
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits too:
- Hidden water damage
- Movement in the bath or tray
- Very wide gaps that need a trim
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Polstead
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Wet rooms
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Basins & vanity units
Polstead questions
Is there a call-out fee?
There’s no separate call-out charge. Your fixed price includes everything.
Are you accredited?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Do you work in Polstead?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and travel to Polstead. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you quote from photos?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Will there be a smell?
Expect a mild smell while we are working.
What affects the price in Polstead
Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- The type of damage
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The colour and finish to match
- Doing more than one item at once
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking, with no extras added later.
Getting a price from pictures
You can typically get a fixed price without us visiting. To make it quick:
- Where you are, by postcode
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A picture taken from further back
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Nearby places to Polstead
More services for Polstead
Different materials, different repairs
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, so the joint is at its widest.
Baths
We fill the bath before sealing, so the joint is at its widest.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
