Dorset · England

Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Portway, Dorset

Our technicians come to Portway for bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Leaks at the edges
  • Silicone coming away from the tiles
  • Black mould in the sealant
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book bath resealing in Portway

How we handle bath resealing in Portway

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’re frequently asked to fix missing sealant behind the taps and black spots in the silicone, on basins & vanity units, kitchen worktops & sinks and wet rooms.

You’re covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.

Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath
Area
Portway (DT2)
County
Dorset
Guarantee
One year on every repair
Quote
Fixed and free, based on pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Signs you need bath resealing in Portway

Even good sealant eventually discolours particularly in a well-used bathroom. Steam, soap and movement all wear it down.

Send us a photo if you notice any of these:

  • Unsealed corners
  • Silicone smeared on tiles
  • Black mould in the sealant
  • Gaps in the seal

Questions to ask before booking

  • How the room is protected while they work
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
  • How to care for the finish

10 questions to ask before you book

When a repair is not the answer

Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair won’t do:

  • Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
  • Gaps too big for silicone alone
  • Loose tiles, which need refixing first

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

Surfaces we repair

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

Can I fix it myself?

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Baths

Baths are resealed with water in them, to open the joint fully.

Sinks and worktops

Basins, vanity units and kitchen worktops are resealed too, once the joint is completely dry.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Portway

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.

For anyone letting property in or around Portway, we will quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we’ll price them together.

What happens on the day

On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we will take it from there. Most visits take about two hours for a bath, including clearing up.

  1. We cut out all of the old sealant.
  2. Residue is removed and the joint cleaned.
  3. Any mould is treated and the joint dried.
  4. We fill the bath, or weight the tray, to open the joint.
  5. We apply fresh mould-resistant silicone and tool a neat bead.

Before we arrive

  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Make sure the room can be ventilated
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access

Ask for a price

If you’re in Portway and want a price, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Send photos for a quote

Related advice

What affects the price in Portway

There’s no area surcharge for Portway. The price reflects:

  • Access to the area
  • What kind of damage it is
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • The material

Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.

How to get a fixed quote

When you take your photos, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Details of any past repairs
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • The material, if you know it

Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.

Questions from Portway

What information do you need?

Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.

Are there extra charges for Portway?

There’s no separate call-out charge. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it isn’t worth repairing, we’ll tell you.

Are you accredited?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

How long will it take?

Most reseals take about two hours. Leave it to cure before use.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.

What happens next?

You’ll get a fixed quote back, normally with dates to choose from. You’re under no obligation.

What does bath resealing cost?

The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

Keeping it looking good

So the finish stays in good condition:

  • Do not stand toiletries on the seal
  • Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
  • Reseal at the first sign of lifting
  • Wipe the joints dry after use

Keep the room well ventilated, and wipe the joints after use.

Black mould in sealant isn’t just unsightly. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.

Covering Portway

Portway is about 8 miles south-east of Dorchester, in Dorset. Book a date that suits you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. Portway is one of 462 towns and villages in Dorset where we work.

We work across the DT2 postcode area and the streets around it. If you’re just outside Portway, we cover Winfrith Newburgh (1 mile south), Blacknoll (1 mile north), East Knighton (1 mile north-east), Chaldon Herring (1 mile south-west) and Giddy Green (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Weymouth (9 miles south-west), Dorchester (8 miles north-west), Blandford Forum (14 miles north), Broadstone (14 miles north-east), Corfe Mullen (13 miles north-east) and Swanage (14 miles east).

Around Portway

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Parish Church of St Christopher and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Wool station, about 2.7 miles north-east of the centre. Green spaces nearby include Swyre Head and Tadnoll and Winfrith Heath.

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