Kent · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Ruckinge, Kent
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone for householders, landlords and businesses in Ruckinge. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Missing sealant behind the taps
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- An untidy old seal
What affects the price in Ruckinge
Prices are worked out job by job, from your pictures. What matters most is:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How much damage there is
- Doing more than one item at once
A repair generally costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
How to get a fixed quote
You can usually get a fixed quote without us visiting. To help us price it:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Details of any past repairs
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
About our bath resealing in Ruckinge
The key to a good reseal is getting all of the old silicone out. Fresh sealant doesn’t stick to old, which is why so many DIY reseals peel. We regularly repair shower trays & enclosures, basins & vanity units and baths, and common reasons people get in touch are water getting behind the bath or tray and mould you can’t clean out.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are not left on your own once we have gone.
- Area
- Ruckinge (TN26)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Covering Ruckinge
Ruckinge is about 5 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Our repair technicians cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our jobs stretch from Ruckinge to London (52 miles away).
We work across the TN26 postcode area and the streets around it. We regularly work on streets such as Oak Ridge and Hamstreet Road and the roads around them. We also travel to Hamstreet (1 mile west), Stone Cross (2 miles north), Orlestone (2 miles north-west), Bromley Green (3 miles north-west) and Kenardington (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (5 miles north), Folkestone (12 miles east), Hythe (8 miles east), Hawkinge (12 miles east), Tenterden (9 miles west) and Cheriton (11 miles east).
Landmarks near Ruckinge
Our clients here include homes close to Church of St Mary Magdalene and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Ham Street station, roughly 1.5 miles west. Further afield, we also cover the area around William Harvey Hospital (5.3 miles north). Open spaces near Ruckinge include Orlestone Forest.
Looking after it afterwards
How the surface is treated afterwards matters. Here’s what we suggest:
- Replace the seal when mould sets in
- Open a window after bathing
- Store bottles on a shelf
- Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
Use the extractor fan, dry the joints after bathing, and give them a regular clean with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.
Mouldy sealant is more than a cosmetic problem; it shows moisture is getting in. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.
Why reseal now?
Putting new silicone over old doesn’t last. It peels within weeks, and traps mould underneath. A proper reseal removes the old first. We do not add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures 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 Ruckinge
- No need to remove anything
- We leave the room as we found it
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
See our full price list.
Signs you need bath resealing in Ruckinge
Joints split if the bath or tray moves, frequently because it was sealed with the bath empty.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- Silicone smeared on tiles
- Missing sealant behind the taps
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
Comparing quotes
- How changes to the job are handled
- Whether the price covers travel
- Whether they match the colour on site
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
What happens on the day
The work is clean and fairly quiet. We protect the area first, then the work takes around two hours. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.
- The surrounding area is protected and the joints masked.
- 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
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
How to get a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures using our quote form or call us. We’ll say immediately if a repair is the right fix.
Advice
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When a repair isn’t the answer
In fairness, there are a few things a repair will not fix:
- Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
- Gaps too big for silicone alone
- Loose tiles, which need refixing first
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Basins & vanity units
- Wet rooms
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Shower trays & enclosures
Different materials, different repairs
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, with the joint fully dried first.
Ruckinge: your questions answered
Is it messy?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we have finished.
Do you cover Ruckinge?
We do. We send a technician to Ruckinge for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Is repairing better than replacing?
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.
Are there extra charges for Ruckinge?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Will the price change on the day?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
Can new silicone go over old?
No, we never seal over old silicone. It’s removed, cleaned off and the joint dried first.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Can you quote from pictures?
Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
