Nottinghamshire · England
Bath Resealing for Shelford homes
Fixed-price bath resealing in Shelford and the surrounding area, usually in one visit.
- An untidy old seal
- Discoloured, yellow sealant
- Sealant that is split or lifting
About our bath resealing in Shelford
A proper reseal starts with removing every trace of the old silicone. New silicone won’t bond to old, which is why many DIY jobs peel. We regularly repair basins & vanity units, kitchen worktops & sinks and shower trays & enclosures, and the jobs we see most are gaps by the taps and old sealant that looks dirty.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will sort it.
- Where
- Shelford (NG12)
- Region
- Nottinghamshire
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Landlord and trade work in Shelford
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
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.
When we’d advise against a repair
In fairness, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- A bath or tray that moves, until its support is fixed
- Gaps too big for silicone alone
- Loose tiles, which need refixing first
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Baths
- Basins & vanity units
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Wet rooms
What affects the price in Shelford
There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- How hard the colour is to match
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The type of damage
What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Getting a price from photos
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- A photo taken from further back
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- The material, if you know it
For a price in Shelford, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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The process
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes about two hours for a bath. The room is left tidy and ready to use once it has cured.
- The surrounding area is protected and the joints masked.
- We remove the old sealant and every trace of residue.
- The joint is cleaned, treated and dried.
- We run a continuous bead of new silicone.
- The bead is smoothed, the tape removed and the seal left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
Getting a price
Most customers in Shelford get their price from photos. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
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Resealing in Shelford: why it matters
Sealing over old silicone is a false economy. It soon peels, and traps mould underneath. We remove the old sealant completely. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Shelford
- One price list for the whole UK
- Everything repaired in place
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- One-year guarantee on every repair
Read our prices page.
About Shelford
Shelford is about 3 miles east of Carlton, in Nottinghamshire. Jobs in Shelford are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your pictures, then a visit to do the work. We cover all 329 towns and villages across Nottinghamshire. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 51 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: NG12. Whether you live on Hawthorn Close, Stoke Ferry Lane and Julian Lane or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. We also travel to Stoke Bardolph (1 mile west), Burton Joyce (1 mile north-west), Bulcote (1 mile north), Harlequin (2 miles south) and Radcliffe on Trent (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Mansfield (14 miles north-west), Beeston (10 miles west), Carlton (3 miles west), Sutton in Ashfield (15 miles north-west), Hucknall (9 miles north-west) and Newark-on-Trent (11 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Shelford
Our clients here include homes close to South Nottinghamshire Academy, The Ferry Boat Inn and St. Peter and St. Paul's Church and the streets around them. Shelford’s nearest station is Burton Joyce station, roughly 1.3 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Radcliffe Asylum (2 miles south) and East Bridgford Pancake Hill (1.6 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Colwick Woods.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Shelford and Newton (0.6 miles north-east)
Can I fix it myself?
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. 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.
Questions from Shelford
When can you do it?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
How long will it take?
Around two hours for a bath, plus curing time.
What do you need from me?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we’ll do the rest.
Why does the silicone keep cracking?
Usually because the bath or tray moves, or it was sealed with the bath empty. We seal baths full of water.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Will there be a smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit typically costs less than separate visits. Include photos of each item.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
What your bath or shower is made of matters
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, so the joint is at its widest.
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest.
What we’re called out for in Shelford
Poor ventilation speeds things up: moisture sits on the joints longer, and mould grows faster.
You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- Black spots in the silicone
- Damp near the bath
- Gaps in the seal
What your quote should include
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether they match the colour on site
- How soon you can use it again
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
