Norfolk · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Riverside, Norfolk
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone at your home in Riverside, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
- Sealant that’s split or lifting
- Black mould in the sealant
Bath resealing in Riverside, done in place
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint opens fully, so the seal does not tear when the bath is first used. Common call-outs are for leaks at the edges and black mould in the sealant, on basins & vanity units, wet rooms and baths.
All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Norfolk.
- Location
- Riverside (NR1, NR2, NR3)
- County
- Norfolk
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Aftercare tips
Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
- Air the room after use
- Store bottles on a shelf
- Replace the seal when mould sets in
Don’t scrape the sealant with anything sharp, and keep shampoo bottles off the joints.
Damp below or loose tiles need checking quickly. There may be more going on, so we will tell you if it needs a builder or plumber.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Nearby places to Riverside
What else we do in Riverside
Landlords, agents and businesses in Riverside
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’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details.
What happens on the day
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, and get on with the job, which normally takes around two hours. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- 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.
- We run a continuous bead of new silicone.
- The bead is smoothed, the tape removed and the seal left to cure.
Before we arrive
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Getting a price
If you are in Riverside and want a price, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Advice
What we’re called out for in Riverside
Poor ventilation speeds things up: moisture sits on the joints longer, and mould takes hold.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- Black mould in the sealant
- Discoloured, yellow sealant
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
What your quote should include
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- What aftercare is recommended
- How changes to the job are handled
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
What bath resealing costs
You will know the full cost before you book. We look at:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- How much damage there is
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How many items we do on one visit
Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Quotes from your photos
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- The material, if you know it
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath or shower, add your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
Honest limits
We won’t take on work that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- Very wide gaps that need a trim
- Water damage behind the bath that needs a builder
- Movement in the bath or tray
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we work on
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Wet rooms
- Basins & vanity units
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
Riverside: your questions answered
Is there a call-out fee?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Will it make a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Are you accredited?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses in Riverside.
How long will it take?
Most reseals take about two hours. Leave it to cure before use.
Is my repair covered?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Why does mould come back so fast?
Damp is the cause. Run the fan, dry the joints and the new seal stays cleaner for longer.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there is more, we will tell you before starting.
Is resealing worth it?
Resealing is a small job. Leaving split or mouldy sealant can let water reach the walls and floor, which costs far more to put right. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Riverside
- We leave the room as we found it
- Usually one visit, start to finish
- A fixed quote before booking
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
Take a look at our full price list.
Where we work around Riverside
Riverside is about 1 mile south-east of Norwich, in Norfolk. Across the NR1 area, a technician comes to you. We work in 797 places across Norfolk, from the larger towns to small villages.
Jobs in NR1, NR2 and NR3 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From Alan Road, Rose Lane and Ella Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. You will find Riverside on the A147, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to Riverside include Pockthorpe (1 mile north), Thorpe Hamlet (1 mile north-east), Trowse Newton (1 mile south-east), Heartsease (2 miles north-east) and Thorpe St Andrew (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Wymondham (8 miles south-west), Attleborough (15 miles south-west), North Walsham (14 miles north), Hethersett (5 miles west), Cringleford (3 miles south-west) and Taverham (6 miles north-west).
Around Riverside
In Riverside, that means homes near Charles Darwin Primary School, Church of St Julian and Chapelfield Gardens. Nearby too are Town Close House Preparatory School (1 mile south-west), Notre Dame High School (under half a mile south-west) and The Queen of Iceni (Lloyds No 1) pub (within half a mile south). Riverside has its own railway station: Norwich station. Other landmarks nearby include Costessey Hall (5 miles north-west) and Royal Arcade (0.5 miles north-west). Open spaces near Riverside include Wensum Local Nature Reserve.
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