Nottinghamshire · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Retford, Nottinghamshire
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone for homes and businesses in Retford and across Nottinghamshire. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.
- An untidy old seal
- Gaps in the seal
- Unsealed corners
Common problems we fix in Retford
Joints split if the bath or tray moves, frequently because it was sealed while the bath was empty.
Most people get in touch when they notice one of these:
- Gaps in the seal
- Missing sealant behind the taps
- Black mould in the sealant
- An untidy old seal
Before you book anyone
- How the colour is matched
- What preparation is included
- Who turns up on the day
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
How we handle bath resealing in Retford
We reseal baths with them filled with water, so the joint is at its widest, so the seal does not tear when the bath is first used. We regularly repair kitchen worktops & sinks, shower trays & enclosures and wet rooms, and the jobs we see most are a messy previous reseal and gaps in the seal.
You’re covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before booking.
- Location
- Retford (DN22)
- Region
- Nottinghamshire
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What else we do in Retford
Prices and what affects them
Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:
- Access to the area
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The colour and finish to match
A repair normally costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
Quotes from your pictures
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Details of any past repairs
- Natural light rather than flash
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
Most clients in Retford get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
FAQs for Retford
Can pets and children be at home?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Do you work in Retford?
Yes, we do. We send a technician to Retford for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.
How do I stop mould in sealant?
Typically poor ventilation and moisture sitting on the joint. We use mould-resistant silicone, and ventilation helps it last.
What does bath resealing cost?
Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before booking.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
Can you price it without visiting?
Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
Repairs by material
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, for the same reason.
Sinks and worktops
We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, once the joint is completely dry.
Resealing in Retford: why it matters
Putting new silicone over old does not last. It soon peels, and traps mould underneath. A proper reseal removes the old first. Compared with replacing, repairing normally costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
What you get with us
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Everything repaired in place
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- No extra charge for your area
Read our full price list.
What a repair can’t fix
A repair is not always the answer, and we’d rather say so up front. Repairs will not solve:
- Gaps too big for silicone alone
- Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
- Movement in the bath or tray
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we work on in Retford
- Basins & vanity units
- Baths
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Wet rooms
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
Our work in Retford
Retford is about 15 miles south-east of Doncaster, in Nottinghamshire. We visit homes and businesses in Retford and the surrounding area, so you don’t need to take anything anywhere. Retford is one of 329 towns and villages in Nottinghamshire we cover. You can also see our page for Leeds, about 42 miles away.
Here we cover the DN22 postcode area. From The Square, Station Road and London Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. With the A620 and A638 close by, Retford is easy for our technicians to reach. If you’re just outside Retford, we cover Ordsall (1 mile south), Bolham (1 mile north), Welham (2 miles east), Little Gringley (2 miles east) and Babworth (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Worksop (7 miles west), Mansfield Woodhouse (15 miles south-west), Forest Town (15 miles south-west), Shirebrook (14 miles south-west), Market Warsop (12 miles south-west) and New Ollerton (8 miles south). As one of the bigger places in Nottinghamshire, Retford sees plenty of our work.
Local landmarks in Retford
We visit homes around Ordsall Hall School, The Ship Inn and Retford Oaks Academy, among other places. You will also find St Michael the Archangel's Church (under half a mile north-west) and St Swithun's Church of England Primary Academy (less than half a mile east). The nearest railway station is Retford station, about 0.5 miles south. A little further out are Rampton Secure Hospital (5 miles south-east) and Grove Castle Hill (2.3 miles east). Open spaces near Retford include Idle Valley Nature Reserve and Bellmoor Lake.
How the visit works
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which usually takes around two hours. If anything looks different from your pictures, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.
- The old silicone is cut out completely.
- Residue is removed and the joint cleaned.
- Any mould is treated and the joint dried.
- We fill the bath, or weight the tray, to open the joint.
- We apply fresh mould-resistant silicone and tool a neat bead.
Getting ready for the visit
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
How to get a price
You do not 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’ll reply with a fixed quote.
Related advice
Landlord and trade work in Retford
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
