Cardiff · Wales

Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Rhiwbina, Cardiff

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

  • Discoloured, yellow sealant
  • Unsealed corners
  • A messy previous reseal
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath resealing in Rhiwbina?

About our bath resealing in Rhiwbina

A reseal is a small job that makes a big difference. Clean, white joints make a bathroom look cared for, and they protect the walls and floor. We’re frequently asked to fix an untidy old seal and damp near the bath, across wet rooms, kitchen worktops & sinks and baths.

A one-year guarantee comes as standard.

Area
Rhiwbina (CF14)
Region
Cardiff
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quote
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Shower trays

We put weight on a tray before sealing it, for the same reason.

Baths

We fill the bath before sealing, so the joint is at its widest.

Your questions about bath resealing in Rhiwbina

Will you leave a mess?

Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.

My seal keeps tearing. Why?

Movement is the usual cause. We fill the bath before sealing it.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Normally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

How quickly can you book me in?

Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

How do I get a price for bath resealing in Rhiwbina?

Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You will get a fixed figure before booking.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.

How do I stop mould in sealant?

Usually poor ventilation and moisture sitting on the joint. We use mould-resistant silicone, and ventilation helps it last.

Will there be a smell?

There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the materials cure.

What bath resealing costs

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

  • Doing more than one item at once
  • What the surface is made of
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • The size and number of damaged areas

What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.

Getting a price from pictures

Most quotes are done from photos alone. To make it quick:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings

Upload pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Rhiwbina, and we will reply with a fixed quote.

The process

We agree an arrival time beforehand. On site, it takes about two hours for a bath for most jobs. The room is left tidy.

  1. We cut out and remove all of the old sealant.
  2. We clean the joint and treat any mould.
  3. We dry the joint thoroughly.
  4. Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
  5. We run a new bead of mould-resistant silicone and smooth it neatly, including around the taps.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area

How to get a price

No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.

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Advice

Can I fix it myself?

Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

When we would advise against a repair

A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:

  • Very wide gaps that need a trim
  • Hidden water damage
  • A flexing bath

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.

Materials we work on in Rhiwbina

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

Resealing in Rhiwbina: why it matters

Sealing over old silicone is a false economy. It peels within weeks, and traps mould underneath. We remove the old sealant completely. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.

Why book with us

  • One price list for the entire UK
  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • Everything repaired in place

Read our pricing.

Covering Rhiwbina

Rhiwbina is about 2 miles north-west of Cardiff, in Cardiff. Whether you’re in the middle of Rhiwbina or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Rhiwbina is one of 91 towns and villages in Cardiff we cover.

Here we cover the CF14 postcode area. You’ll find streets such as Kyle Avenue, Beulah Road and Ty-Wern Road. Close by, we cover Whitchurch (1 mile west), Rhydwaedlyd (1 mile north-east), Birchgrove (1 mile south-east), Pant-mawr (1 mile north-west) and Gwaun Treoda (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Ely (3 miles south-west), Castle (3 miles south-east), Adamsdown (3 miles south-east), Roath (3 miles south-east), Splott (4 miles south-east) and Newtown (4 miles south-east).

Landmarks near Rhiwbina

Our customers here include homes close to Toby Carvery Whitchurch pub, Rhiwbeina Primary School and Hailey Park and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Llanishen High School (1.4 miles north-east) and St Teilo's Church (within half a mile south-west). Rhiwbina has its own railway station: Rhiwbina station. Other landmarks nearby include Whitchurch Hospital (0.8 miles west) and Welsh Museum of Health and Medicine (1.9 miles west). For a walk, there is Woodhill and Roath Park Lake.

  • Other local spots include Creigiau & St Fagans (2.9 miles west)
Map of Rhiwbina © OpenStreetMap contributors

Looking after it afterwards

Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:

  • Reseal when black spots won’t clean off
  • Wipe the joints dry after use
  • Run the extractor fan during and after showers
  • Let steam out after showers

Don’t scrape the sealant with anything sharp, and do not stand bottles on the seal.

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

Landlords, agents and businesses in Rhiwbina

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

If you manage property in Rhiwbina, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we’ll price them together.

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