Suffolk · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Shotley Gate, Suffolk
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone for homes and businesses in Shotley Gate and across Suffolk. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Mould you can’t clean out
- Sealant that’s split or lifting
- Old sealant that looks dirty
For landlords and businesses
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Bath resealing in Shotley Gate without replacing anything
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint opens fully, which stops the new seal tearing the first time the bath is used. Our technicians work on basins & vanity units, shower trays & enclosures and wet rooms, and the jobs we see most are mould you can’t clean out and silicone smeared on tiles.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Shotley Gate (IP9)
- County
- Suffolk
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we cannot put right
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- A flexing bath
- Loose tiles, which need refixing first
- Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before booking.
Materials we work on in Shotley Gate
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Wet rooms
- Basins & vanity units
- Baths
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How to look after the repair
Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- Do not stand toiletries on the seal
- Reseal at the first sign of lifting
- Clean the sealant gently and regularly
- Let steam out after showers
Run the extractor fan, wipe the joints dry after use, and clean them regularly with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.
Black mould in sealant is not just unsightly. Resealing early keeps water out of the walls and floor.
The process
Once we are through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes about two hours for a bath, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- We cut out and remove all of the old sealant.
- Next we clean the joint and deal with mould.
- We dry the joint thoroughly.
- Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
- We apply new mould-resistant silicone and tool it to a neat finish, including around the taps.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Ask for a price
Upload a picture of the damage and one of the entire item, with your IP9 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
Advice
What affects the price in Shotley Gate
Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- What the surface is made of
- The colour and finish to match
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The size and number of damaged areas
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your photos, so you know the cost before booking.
Quotes from your photos
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- A photo taken from further back
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
To get a price, send two or three pictures using our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Is resealing worth it?
Putting new silicone over old doesn’t last. It peels within weeks, and mould stays trapped behind it. A proper reseal removes the old first. We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
What you get with us
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- No extra charge for your area
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
Read our full price list.
Do you need bath resealing in Shotley Gate?
Sealant splits when the bath or tray moves, often because it was sealed with the bath empty.
Look out for any of the following:
- Leaks at the edges
- Black mould in the sealant
- A messy previous reseal
- Unsealed corners
What your quote should include
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- Who will actually do the work
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
Our work in Shotley Gate
Shotley Gate is about 2 miles north of Harwich, in Suffolk. Anywhere in IP9, we carry out the work at your property. We work in 731 places across Suffolk. Our jobs stretch from Shotley Gate to London (about 66 miles away).
Jobs in IP9 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Estuary Crescent, Lower Harlings and Ganges Road. Neighbouring places we cover include Shotley (1 mile north-west), Parkeston (1 mile south-west), Church End (1 mile north-west), Erwarton (2 miles west) and Harwich (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Ipswich (8 miles north-west), Felixstowe (3 miles east), Kesgrave (7 miles north), Woodbridge (10 miles north), Hadleigh (14 miles north-west) and Stoke (8 miles north-west).
What’s near Shotley Gate
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St Paul's Church, Bristol Arms and Shotley Community Primary School, among other places. The closest station to Shotley Gate is Harwich International station, roughly 0.9 miles south-west. Further afield, we also cover the area around Landguard Fort (2.7 miles south-east) and Harwich Lifeboat Museum (1.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Trimley Marshes.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Shotley Gate: your questions answered
Can new silicone go over old?
All the old sealant comes out. Fresh silicone does not stick to old.
Are there extra charges for Shotley Gate?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit usually costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Typically, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Do you cover the whole of Suffolk?
All of Suffolk, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
How long does silicone take to cure?
You will get the curing time from us, usually around a day.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
