East Sussex · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Shortgate, East Sussex
Bath resealing in Shortgate without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then book a visit.
- Black spots in the silicone
- Stained silicone
- Damp near the bath
Looking after it afterwards
Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- Replace the seal when mould sets in
- Use the extractor fan
- Store bottles on a shelf
- Clean the sealant gently and regularly
Leave the sealant to cure for the time we give you, normally about a day.
Black mould in sealant is not just unsightly; it shows moisture is getting in. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.
About our bath resealing in Shortgate
We reseal baths with them filled with water, so the joint opens fully, so the seal does not tear when the bath is first used. Our repair technicians work on kitchen worktops & sinks, shower trays & enclosures and basins & vanity units, and common reasons people contact us are a messy previous reseal and gaps by the taps.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we will come back.
- Area
- Shortgate (BN8)
- County
- East Sussex
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What your bath or shower is made of matters
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest.
Sinks and worktops
Basins, vanity units and kitchen worktops are resealed too, with the joint fully dried first.
Shortgate: your questions answered
How long does resealing take?
A bath or shower typically takes a couple of hours. It then needs time to cure.
Why does the silicone keep cracking?
Something is moving. Persistent splitting can mean the support needs attention.
Are there extra charges for Shortgate?
There is no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Do you work in Shortgate?
Yes. We cover the whole UK and come to Shortgate and the rest of East Sussex. Send pictures and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
What does bath resealing cost?
Because every job differs, we price from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
Is repairing better than replacing?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
When to call us in Shortgate
Even good sealant eventually discolours particularly in a well-used bathroom. Steam, soap and movement all wear it down.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed any of these:
- Mould you can’t clean out
- Gaps in the seal
- Gaps by the taps
- Leaks at the edges
Comparing quotes
- How the colour is matched
- What preparation is included
- How the room is protected while they work
- What happens if they find more damage
What a repair can’t fix
It helps to know what we cannot do too:
- Loose tiles, which need refixing first
- A bath or tray that moves, until its support is fixed
- Hidden water damage
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we work on
- Basins & vanity units
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Wet rooms
- Baths
What bath resealing costs
Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:
- How much damage there is
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- What kind of damage it is
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
Compared with replacing, repairing typically costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
How to get a fixed quote
Phone photos are fine. Ensure they show:
- Where you are, by postcode
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- The material, if you know it
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
To get a price, send a couple of photos through our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
What we do, step by step
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and tidy away. Plan for around two hours from start to finish. Before we go, we will explain how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- The old silicone is cut out completely.
- We remove the residue and clean the joint.
- Any mould is treated and the joint dried.
- We fill the bath, or weight the tray, to open the joint.
- New mould-resistant silicone is applied and tooled neatly.
Preparing for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
Getting a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.
Related advice
Can I fix it myself?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
Resealing in Shortgate: why it matters
A reseal is one of the cheapest bathroom jobs there is and protects the walls and floor. Failed sealant can lead to water damage that is much more expensive. 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 quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why book with us
- No extra charge for your area
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- One visit for most repairs
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
See our full price list.
Also near Shortgate
Also in Shortgate
About Shortgate
Shortgate is about 4 miles south of Uckfield, in East Sussex. From the centre of Shortgate to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex. Our jobs stretch from Shortgate to London (41 miles away).
Our visits in BN8 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Shortgate: Halland (1 mile north-east), East Hoathly (2 miles east), Whitesmith (2 miles east), Chiddingly (3 miles east) and Framfield (4 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (12 miles south-east), Seaford (10 miles south), Lewes (6 miles south-west), Hailsham (7 miles south-east), Crowborough (10 miles north) and Newhaven (9 miles south).
Around Shortgate
Shortgate’s nearest station is Uckfield station, roughly 3.9 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find Uckfield Community Hospital (3.6 miles north) and Tickerage Castle (4.1 miles north). The countryside around Shortgate includes Cliffe Hill and Malling Down.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
