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Bath Resealing for Shortlands homes

Bath resealing in and around Shortlands: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.

  • A messy previous reseal
  • Gaps in the seal
  • Gaps by the taps
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book bath resealing in Shortlands

Can I fix it myself?

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

How we handle bath resealing in Shortlands

We cut out all of the old sealant, deal with any mould, and apply fresh mould-resistant silicone. We reseal baths, showers, sinks and worktops, and that includes the awkward spots behind the taps. We work on shower trays & enclosures, kitchen worktops & sinks and basins & vanity units, and the jobs we see most are silicone coming away from the tiles and black spots in the silicone.

Big or small, you get the same one-year guarantee.

Roll-top bath being refinished by a Surface Doctor technician
Where
Shortlands (BR2, BR1, BR3)
County
Greater London
Cover
One year on every repair
Quotes
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

What affects the price in Shortlands

We give every job a fixed price from pictures. These are the things that affect it:

  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • How much damage there is
  • Whether we combine several jobs

Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it.

How to get a fixed quote

Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Please include:

  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • One picture of the whole bath or shower
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus

For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

Common questions in Shortlands

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Yes, we frequently do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

What areas do you cover?

Across the UK, and that includes Shortlands. Our prices are the same everywhere.

Can pets and children be at home?

We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.

What does bath resealing cost?

We give a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your BR2 postcode.

Will the price change on the day?

We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Generally, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.

Do you cover Shortlands?

We do. Repair technicians travel to Shortlands from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.

How long does resealing take?

Typically a couple of hours, then it needs to cure.

Resealing in Shortlands: why it matters

Resealing is a small job. Putting off a reseal lets water get behind the bath or tray, and that damage costs much more to fix. We do not add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

What you get with us

  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • Everything repaired in place
  • One visit for most repairs

Take a look at our pricing.

Shortlands and nearby

Shortlands is about 1 mile south-west of Bromley, in Greater London. From the centre of Shortlands to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Shortlands is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 8 miles away.

We cover every part of the BR2, BR1 and BR3 postcode area. From Hayes Lane, Stone Road and Hayes Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Nearby, we also work in Eden Park (1 mile south-west), Hayes (2 miles south), Bromley Common (2 miles south-east), West Wickham (2 miles south-west) and Southborough (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include London (8 miles north-west), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (11 miles north-west), Kensington (11 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (10 miles north).

Local landmarks in Shortlands

Around Shortlands, we work in homes near Holy Trinity College Bromley, St Mark's Church and Church House Gardens and the streets around them. Nearby too are The Richmal Crompton pub (0.6 miles east), Langley Park School for Girls (1.2 miles south-west) and Highfield Infants' School (less than half a mile south). The nearest railway station is Shortlands station, about 0.5 miles north. Nearby you will also find Bethlem Museum of the Mind (1.6 miles south-east) and The Mall (0.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Shortlands include Summer Hill and Downham Woodland Walk.

  • Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Bromley (0.6 miles east)
Map of Shortlands © OpenStreetMap contributors

When a repair is not the answer

A repair is not always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. We can’t fix:

  • Water damage behind the bath that needs a builder
  • A flexing bath
  • Very wide gaps that need a trim

Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.

Materials we work on in Shortlands

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

Do you need bath resealing in Shortlands?

Most reseals are because of black mould. It grows into the silicone, so cleaning cannot get it all out.

Contact us if you’ve noticed any of these:

  • Silicone coming away from the tiles
  • Black mould in the sealant
  • Discoloured, yellow sealant
  • Missing sealant behind the taps

Questions to ask before booking

  • How long it needs to cure
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • How changes to the job are handled
  • Whether they match the colour on site

Our hiring checklist

What your bath or shower is made of matters

Shower trays

Trays are sealed with weight on them, for the same reason.

Sinks and worktops

Basins, vanity units and kitchen worktops are resealed too, once the joint is completely dry.

How it works

We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. Allow about two hours for a bath.

  1. The surrounding area is protected and the joints masked.
  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.

Before we arrive

  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible

Ask for a price

For a price in Shortlands, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

Get a free quote

Advice

How to look after the repair

So the finish stays in good condition for years:

  • Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
  • Use the extractor fan
  • Keep the joints dry
  • Store bottles on a shelf

Good ventilation is the best protection, and wipe the joints after use to keep mould away.

Don’t wait until water gets behind the bath. Split or lifting sealant is a sign it’s time.

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