Essex · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Start Hill, Essex
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone in Start Hill, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- A messy previous reseal
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
- Sealant that is split or lifting
Our work in Start Hill
Start Hill is about 2 miles east of Bishop's Stortford, in Essex. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We work in all 644 towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Start Hill to London (29 miles away).
Our visits in CM22 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Start Hill and Provenance Close, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Bedlar's Green (1 mile south), Takeley Street (2 miles east), Burton End (2 miles north), Takeley (2 miles east) and Smith's Green (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (15 miles south-east), Braintree (15 miles east), Harlow (8 miles south-west), Saffron Walden (11 miles north), Waltham Abbey (15 miles south-west) and Great Dunmow (6 miles east).
Landmarks near Start Hill
Typical jobs here are in homes near Birchwood High School and The Three Willows pub, among other places. The closest station to Start Hill is Bishops Stortford station, about 1.9 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find House On The Hill Toy Museum (2.4 miles north) and Moated mound (4.5 miles west). Not far away are Portingbury Hills and Rushy Mead.
Bath resealing in Start Hill without replacing anything
We cut out all of the old sealant, deal with any mould, and reseal with new mould-resistant silicone. We do this for baths, showers, sinks and worktops, including the awkward bits behind the taps. We regularly repair shower trays & enclosures, basins & vanity units and baths, and common reasons people contact us are old sealant that looks dirty and black mould in the sealant.
You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Start Hill as everywhere else we work.
- Where
- Start Hill (CM22)
- Area hub
- Essex
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Aftercare tips
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Air the room after use
- Clean the sealant gently and regularly
- Replace the seal when mould sets in
- Ventilate the bathroom well
Let it cure fully before using the bath or shower, normally around 24 hours.
Don’t wait until water gets behind the bath. Gaps or lifting edges mean it needs doing.
What happens on the day
When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job typically takes around two hours. We tidy up before we leave and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- All the old sealant is cut out and removed.
- We clean the joint and treat any mould.
- The joint is dried thoroughly.
- We fill a bath with water before sealing so the gap is at its widest.
- We run a new bead of mould-resistant silicone and smooth it neatly, including around the taps.
Before we arrive
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Let us know which floor the room is on
How to get a price
Upload a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you are in Start Hill, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
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DIY repairs versus a professional job
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.
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, then guarantee it for a year.
Do you need bath resealing in Start Hill?
Black mould is the most common reason people reseal. It grows into the silicone, so cleaning cannot get it all out.
These are the problems we’re asked about most:
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
- Discoloured, yellow sealant
- A messy previous reseal
- Black mould in the sealant
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Who turns up on the day
- How the colour is matched
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
Common questions in Start Hill
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Why does the silicone keep cracking?
Something is moving. Persistent splitting can mean the support needs attention.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Typically, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one, so mention it when you send pictures.
Are there extra charges for Start Hill?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
How long will it take?
A bath or shower normally takes a couple of hours. It then needs time to cure.
Is my repair covered?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Start Hill
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Different materials, different repairs
Shower trays
Trays are sealed with weight on them, so the joint is at its widest.
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest.
Why reseal now?
Resealing costs very little. Failed sealant can lead to water damage that is much more expensive. 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 combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why Start Hill customers choose us
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- No extra charge for your area
See our full price list.
What affects the price in Start Hill
Prices are worked out job by job, from your photos. The main factors are:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- How many items we do on one visit
- The type of damage
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Getting a price from photos
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Something in shot to show the size
- What it’s made of, if you know
There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
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