Edinburgh · Scotland
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Riccarton, Edinburgh
Our repair technicians come to Riccarton for bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
- Gaps by the taps
- An untidy old seal
How we handle bath resealing in Riccarton
A reseal is a small job that makes a big difference. Fresh joints make the whole room look cleaner, and they protect the walls and floor. Whether it’s silicone smeared on tiles and silicone coming away from the tiles, we can help.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee in Riccarton and across Edinburgh.
- Where
- Riccarton (EH14)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Aftercare tips
It’s all simple stuff, just a few sensible habits:
- Open a window after bathing
- Wipe the joints dry after use
- Reseal when black spots won’t clean off
- Give the seal a regular clean
Leave the sealant to cure for the time we give you, normally about a day.
Reseal before water gets in. Gaps or lifting edges mean it needs doing.
Also in Riccarton
Why it’s worth resealing in Riccarton
Compared with repairing water damage, resealing is cheap. It’s a quick job that protects your walls and floors. We do not add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Riccarton
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Nothing taken out or refitted
See our full price list.
Our work in Riccarton
Riccarton is about 5 miles south-west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Whether you’re in the middle of Riccarton or on the outskirts, the service is the same: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Our repair technicians cover all 175 towns and villages in Edinburgh, from the larger towns to small villages.
Our visits in EH14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes on Research Avenue North, Hermiston Walk and Calder Road and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include Hermiston (1 mile north), Warriston (1 mile south-west), Gogar (1 mile north), Maybury (2 miles north) and West Craigs (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Edinburgh (5 miles north-east), Leith (7 miles north-east), Bonnington (7 miles north-east), Greenside (6 miles north-east), Broughton (6 miles north-east) and Bellevue (6 miles north-east).
Near you in Riccarton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Wester Hailes Education Centre. The closest station to Riccarton is Edinburgh Park station, roughly 1 mile north-east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Corstorphine Hospital (2.7 miles north-east) and Craigcrook Castle (3.5 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Warklaw Hill and The New Leaf Co-op.
What happens on the day
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. Once we’re there, the work takes a couple of hours in most cases. We leave the room clean.
- We protect the area and mask the joint lines.
- We remove the old sealant and every trace of residue.
- We clean, treat and dry the joint.
- Fresh silicone is applied in a continuous bead.
- The bead is smoothed, the tape removed and the seal left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Make sure the area is dry
How to get a price
Most customers in Riccarton get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Advice
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
Riccarton: your questions answered
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we will quote them together.
Why does my sealant keep splitting?
Normally because the bath or tray moves, or it was sealed with the bath empty. We seal baths full of water.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
Can you reseal over the old silicone?
Never over old. It’s removed, cleaned off and the joint dried first.
Do you cover the whole of Edinburgh?
We work UK-wide, and that includes Riccarton. Our prices are the same everywhere.
Does someone need to be in?
We need someone to let us in. You do not need to watch us work.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Will you leave a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
What bath resealing costs
Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:
- What the surface is made of
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How many areas need work
What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Send pictures for a quote
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:
- Details of any past repairs
- The material, if you know it
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- One picture of the whole bath or shower
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.
When a repair isn’t the answer
A repair is not right for every job, including:
- Hidden water damage
- Very wide gaps that need a trim
- Loose tiles, which need refixing first
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Wet rooms
- Basins & vanity units
- Baths
When to call us in Riccarton
Black mould is the most common reason people reseal. It grows into the sealant itself, so cleaning can’t get it all out.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Damp near the bath
- A messy previous reseal
- Gaps in the seal
- Black spots in the silicone
Before booking anyone
- Aftercare advice
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How changes to the job are handled
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
For landlords and businesses
For anyone letting property in or around Riccarton, we will quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we will price them together.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Riccarton use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
