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Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Stithians, Cornwall
Bath resealing in Stithians without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Sealant that’s split or lifting
- Mould you cannot clean out
- Damp near the bath
Bath resealing at your home in Stithians
A good reseal is all about preparation: old silicone removed, mould treated, the joint cleaned and dried. Only then does the new sealant go on, in a neat, continuous bead. If you’re dealing with leaks at the edges and old sealant that looks dirty, we can generally put it right, whatever the material.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Area
- Stithians (TR3)
- Region
- Cornwall
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What a repair can’t fix
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair won’t do:
- Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
- Tiles that move, until they’re refixed
- Gaps too big for silicone alone
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we work on in Stithians
- Basins & vanity units
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Wet rooms
Landlord and trade work in Stithians
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Cornwall and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.
How to look after the repair
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
- Dry the seal after bathing
- Store bottles on a shelf
- Use the extractor fan
Let it cure fully before using the bath or shower, typically around 24 hours.
Black mould in sealant isn’t just unsightly; it shows moisture is getting in. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.
Stithians and nearby
Stithians is about 4 miles south-east of Redruth, in Cornwall. Wherever you are in the TR3 postcode area, a technician comes to you. Stithians is one of 644 places in Cornwall where we work.
Jobs in TR3 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Jobs here include addresses on Church Road, Rose Meadow and Crellow Lane and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Stithians: Foundry (1 mile north-east), Hendra (1 mile north-west), Seaureaugh Moor (1 mile north), Tresevern Croft (1 mile west) and Laity Moor (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Truro (7 miles north-east), Falmouth (5 miles south-east), Camborne (6 miles west), Redruth (4 miles north-west), Helston (7 miles south-west) and Hayle (10 miles west).
Local landmarks in Stithians
Around Stithians, we work in homes near Seven Stars Public House, Church of Saint Stedian and Stithians Community Primary School. Stithians’s nearest station is Penryn station, about 3 miles south-east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Museum of Cornish Methodism (3.1 miles north) and Camborne Redruth Community Hospital (4.2 miles north-west). The countryside around Stithians includes Carnmenellis.
What bath resealing costs
We do not charge extra for travel to Stithians. The price comes down to:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- What the surface is made of
A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you will get a fixed figure.
Quotes from your photos
You can take the photos on your phone, there’s no need for anything special. Ensure they show:
- The material, if you know it
- A wider photo showing the whole bath or shower
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Nearby places to Stithians
Other services in Stithians
When to call us in Stithians
In time, even good sealant discolours particularly in a well-used bathroom. Steam, soap and movement all take their toll.
Look out for these signs:
- Black mould in the sealant
- Gaps in the seal
- Damp near the bath
- Silicone smeared on tiles
Comparing quotes
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- Whether they match the colour on site
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
Questions from Stithians
Can you reseal over the old silicone?
We always remove the old sealant completely. New silicone won’t bond to old.
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Do you cover the entire of Cornwall?
We work UK-wide, so Stithians is covered. Prices do not change with location.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
Are there extra charges for Stithians?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
How long will it take?
Typically a couple of hours, then it needs to cure.
Can you quote from pictures?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos can’t show what we need.
Why it’s worth resealing in Stithians
Resealing is routine maintenance. Leaving split or mouldy sealant lets water get behind the bath or tray, and that damage costs much more to fix. Compared with replacing, repairing generally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Stithians
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- A year’s guarantee on all work
Read our pricing.
How it works
Here’s how a visit normally runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, do the job and clear up. Plan for about two hours for a bath from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.
- 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.
- New mould-resistant silicone goes on and is tooled to a neat finish, taps included.
How to prepare
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Ask for a price
To get a price, send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We will say right away whether it can be repaired.
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
