Cornwall · England
Bath Resealing for Poltesco homes
Our repair technicians come to Poltesco for bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
- A messy previous reseal
- Black spots in the silicone
About our bath resealing in Poltesco
Baths, trays, basins and kitchen worktops all get resealed, with mould-resistant sanitary silicone. A typical reseal takes a couple of hours. Typical jobs include silicone smeared on tiles and silicone coming away from the tiles, across kitchen worktops & sinks, baths and shower trays & enclosures.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we’ll come back.
- Location
- Poltesco (TR12)
- Region
- Cornwall
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Is resealing worth it?
A professional reseal costs little compared with water damage. It’s quick, tidy and protects your home. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Poltesco. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Poltesco
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Most jobs done in one visit
- We leave the room as we found it
- No need to remove anything
See our prices page.
Poltesco and the surrounding area
Poltesco is about 8 miles south-east of Helston, in Cornwall. Clients in Poltesco get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. Poltesco is one of 644 places in Cornwall where we work.
Jobs in TR12 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Poltesco include Ruan Minor (1 mile south-west), St Ruan (1 mile south-west), Cadgwith (1 mile south), Landewednack (2 miles south) and Church Cove (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Falmouth (12 miles north), Helston (8 miles north-west), Penryn (12 miles north), Gyllyngvase (11 miles north-east), Porthleven (9 miles north-west) and Kernick (12 miles north).
Near you in Poltesco
In Poltesco, that means homes near Grade-Ruan CofE School, The Potters Bar and Church of St Rumon, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Lizard Lighthouse Heritage Centre (2.8 miles south-west) and Grade (under half a mile north-west). For a walk, there’s Goonhilly Downs.
Looking after it afterwards
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Wipe the joints dry after use
- Replace the seal when mould sets in
- Air the room after use
- Use the extractor fan
Avoid scraping the joints, and keep shampoo bottles off the joints.
Reseal before water gets in. Gaps or lifting edges mean it needs doing.
Common problems we fix in Poltesco
Most reseals are because of black mould. It grows into the sealant itself, so cleaning only removes the surface.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- A messy previous reseal
- Mould you can’t clean out
- Missing sealant behind the taps
- Damp near the bath
Before booking anyone
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- How to look after the finish
- Whether the price covers travel
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What we can’t put right
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Hidden water damage
- A bath or tray that moves, until its support is fixed
- Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Basins & vanity units
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Wet rooms
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Shower trays
Trays are sealed with weight on them, so the joint is at its widest.
Sinks and worktops
Basins, vanity units and kitchen worktops are resealed too, once the joint is completely dry.
For landlords and businesses
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details and we’ll handle the rest.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
FAQs for Poltesco
How long before I can shower?
We will give you the curing time, usually around a day.
Do you seal over the old sealant?
No, we never seal over old silicone. It’s removed, cleaned off and the joint dried first.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Is there any odour?
Expect a mild smell while we’re working.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Most of the time. Let us know what was used before.
How long does resealing take?
A bath or shower normally takes a couple of hours. Leave it to cure before use.
How it works
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, and get on with the job, which normally takes about two hours for a bath. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- All the old sealant is cut out and removed.
- The joint is cleaned and any mould treated.
- The joint is dried thoroughly.
- Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
- We run a new bead of mould-resistant silicone and smooth it neatly, including around the taps.
Preparing for the visit
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Clear the area around the damage
Getting a price
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.
Advice
How we price bath resealing
Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The material and finish
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 photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Getting a price from pictures
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To make it quick:
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Natural light rather than flash
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- A photo taken from further back
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath or shower, include your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
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