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Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Sherburn, County Durham

Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone for householders, landlords and businesses in Sherburn. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.

  • Gaps by the taps
  • Silicone coming away from the tiles
  • Black mould in the sealant
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath resealing for Sherburn homes

Bath resealing in Sherburn, done in place

We reseal baths, shower trays, basins and worktops, with mould-resistant sanitary silicone. Most jobs take a couple of hours, then it needs to cure. If you’re dealing with black mould in the sealant and gaps by the taps, we can usually put it right, whatever the material.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there is a problem and we will sort it.

Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath
Area
Sherburn (DH6)
County
County Durham
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
Fixed and free, based on pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Sherburn and the surrounding area

Sherburn is about 3 miles east of Durham, in County Durham. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Sherburn is one of 329 towns and villages in County Durham we cover. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 16 miles away.

Our visits in DH6 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes on Hallgarth Street, George Parkinson Court and George Street and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include Sherburn House (1 mile south-west), Carrville (1 mile north-west), Belmont (1 mile north-west), Moor End (1 mile north-west) and Old Durham (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Durham (3 miles west), Consett (14 miles west), Newton Aycliffe (11 miles south), Bishop Auckland (11 miles south-west), Spennymoor (7 miles south-west) and Seaham (8 miles north-east).

Near you in Sherburn

Typical jobs here are in homes near Belmont Community School, Church of St Mary and Sherburn Primary School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Durham station, about 3.1 miles west. A little further out are County Durham (1.9 miles south-east) and Sherburn Hospital (0.9 miles south-west).

Map of Sherburn © OpenStreetMap contributors

What happens on the day

Once we’re through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes around two hours, depending on what we find, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.

  1. We protect the area and mask the joint lines.
  2. We remove the old sealant and every trace of residue.
  3. We clean, treat and dry the joint.
  4. We run a continuous bead of new silicone.
  5. The bead is smoothed, the tape removed and the seal left to cure.

Preparing for the visit

  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat

Get a quote

For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

Get a fixed price

Advice

DIY kit or professional repair?

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.

Common problems we fix in Sherburn

Sealant does not last forever. Every bath or shower adds moisture and soap residue, which mould loves, and the joint moves slightly every time the bath is filled.

Send us a photo if you notice any of these:

  • Missing sealant behind the taps
  • Old sealant that looks dirty
  • Gaps in the seal
  • A messy previous reseal

Before you book anyone

  • Whether the price covers travel
  • How the colour is matched
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • Who turns up on the day

Our hiring checklist

Why it’s worth resealing in Sherburn

Resealing is a small job. Putting off a reseal can let water reach the walls and floor, which costs far more to put right. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.

Why book with us

  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • One visit for most repairs
  • Nothing taken out or refitted

Take a look at our prices page.

Work for landlords and builders

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

For anyone letting property in or around Sherburn, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send photos for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.

When we would advise against a repair

A repair is not right for every job, for example:

  • Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing
  • Tiles that move, until they’re refixed
  • Rotten walls or floors behind the bath

Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.

Surfaces we repair

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

Keeping it looking good

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Clean the sealant gently and regularly
  • Keep the joints dry
  • Store bottles on a shelf
  • Use the extractor fan

Keep the room well ventilated, and wipe the joints after use so mould struggles to take hold.

Black mould in sealant is not just unsightly, it’s a sign moisture is sitting in the joint. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.

Repairs by material

Sinks and worktops

We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, with the joint fully dried first.

Shower trays

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

Common questions in Sherburn

Is there a call-out fee?

There is no separate call-out charge. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

You get a fixed quote and available dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.

My seal keeps tearing. Why?

Something is moving. If it keeps happening, the support may need fixing.

When can you do it?

We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.

What does bath resealing cost?

Every job gets a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.

Is a repair better than a new one?

In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it is not worth repairing, we will tell you.

Will you leave a mess?

Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.

Is there any odour?

A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.

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