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Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Portscatho, Cornwall
Bath resealing in Portscatho without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then book a visit.
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
- Black spots in the silicone
- Silicone smeared on tiles
Bath resealing at your home in Portscatho
A proper reseal starts with removing every trace of the old silicone. New silicone will not bond to old, which is why so many DIY reseals peel. If you are dealing with gaps in the seal and an untidy old seal, we can help.
Every job is backed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Where
- Portscatho (TR2)
- County
- Cornwall
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
When to call us in Portscatho
Even good sealant eventually discolours, especially in a busy family bathroom. Steam, soap and movement all wear it down.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- Black mould in the sealant
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- Gaps by the taps
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the price covers travel
- When it can be used again
- How the room is protected while they work
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
Can I fix it myself?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.
When a repair is not the answer
Not everything can be repaired, and we’ll tell you before we start. Repairs won’t solve:
- Water damage behind the bath that needs a builder
- Movement in the bath or tray
- Very wide gaps that need a trim
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Wet rooms
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Basins & vanity units
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Baths
Is resealing worth it?
Sealing over old silicone is a false economy. It peels within weeks, and traps mould underneath. A proper reseal removes the old first. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Portscatho
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Usually one visit, start to finish
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
Take a look at our prices page.
Nearby places to Portscatho
Other services in Portscatho
Landlords, agents and businesses in Portscatho
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
The process
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. Most jobs take a couple of hours, and you can get on with other things while we are there.
- First we strip out every bit of the old mastic.
- Next we clean the joint and deal with mould.
- The joint is dried thoroughly.
- For a bath, we fill it 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.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Let us know about parking or access
- Make sure the area is dry
Ask for 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 over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Advice
Portscatho: your questions answered
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Most of the time. Let us know what was used before and we will plan for it.
What areas do you cover?
All of Cornwall, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
When can I use the bath after resealing?
You will get the curing time from us, typically around a day.
Why does my sealant keep going mouldy?
Damp is the cause. Ventilation and drying keep it clean longer.
My seal keeps tearing. Why?
The bath or tray is probably flexing. If it keeps happening, the support may need fixing.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Normally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Keeping it looking good
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Air the room after use
- Ventilate the bathroom well
- Reseal when black spots won’t clean off
- Keep the joints dry
Keep the room well ventilated, and dry the joints after bathing.
Do not wait until water gets behind the bath. Split or lifting sealant is a sign it’s time.
Covering Portscatho
Portscatho is about 5 miles north-east of Falmouth, in Cornwall. We travel to homes and businesses in Portscatho, so you don’t need to take anything anywhere. We cover all 644 towns and villages in Cornwall, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across the TR2 postcode area. Whether you live on Gwarak Gwel an Mor, River Street and Treventon Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Gerrans (1 mile west), St Just in Roseland (1 mile west), St Mawes (2 miles south-west), St Anthony in Roseland (2 miles south-west) and Treworlas (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Truro (7 miles north-west), Falmouth (5 miles south-west), St Austell (14 miles north-east), Camborne (14 miles west), Redruth (12 miles west) and Helston (14 miles west).
Landmarks near Portscatho
In Portscatho, that means homes near Church of St Gerrans and Gerrans School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Falmouth Docks station, about 4 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Gerrans Parish Heritage Centre (under half a mile south-west) and St Mawes Castle (2.6 miles south-west). Not far away are Carne Beacon.
How we price bath resealing
You won’t pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- Access to the area
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- What the surface is made of
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Quotes from your photos
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:
- A wider photo showing the whole bath or shower
- Where you are, by postcode
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- What it’s made of, if you know
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
