Shetland Islands · Scotland
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Symbister, Shetland Islands
Bath resealing for Symbister, without a refit. Send us photos for a fixed price, then book a visit.
- An untidy old seal
- Stained silicone
- Black mould in the sealant
Can I fix it myself?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
About our bath resealing in Symbister
A proper reseal starts with removing every trace of the old silicone. Fresh sealant does not stick to old, which is why so many DIY reseals peel. We regularly repair shower trays & enclosures, kitchen worktops & sinks and basins & vanity units, and the jobs we see most are mould you can’t clean out and damp near the bath.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months in Symbister and everywhere else. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Location
- Symbister (ZE2)
- Region
- Shetland Islands
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Signs you need bath resealing in Symbister
Poor ventilation speeds things up: damp hangs around, and mould takes hold.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- Gaps in the seal
- An untidy old seal
- Leaks at the edges
- Black mould in the sealant
What to look for in a quote
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- What aftercare is recommended
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
Honest limits
We’d rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Very wide gaps that need a trim
- Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
- Hollow or loose tiles
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Basins & vanity units
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Baths
- Wet rooms
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
How the visit works
We begin by going over the job with you, so you know exactly what we are doing. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. You can expect it to take around two hours, and we will keep you posted as we go.
- The old silicone is cut out completely.
- We remove the residue and clean the joint.
- Any mould is treated and the joint dried.
- The bath is filled with water, or weight put on the tray.
- New mould-resistant silicone is applied and tooled neatly.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
Getting a price
You do not need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
Related advice
For landlords and businesses
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
About Symbister
Symbister is in the Shetland Islands. Our technicians come to clients in Symbister, so there is no workshop to go to. Symbister is one of 63 places in the Shetland Islands where we work.
Jobs in ZE2 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes on Rocky Road, Saeter and North Gardentown. Other places close to Symbister include Sandwick (1 mile south-west), Clate (1 mile south), Hamister (1 mile north), Huxter (1 mile east) and Tripwell (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Lerwick (14 miles south), Sound (15 miles south) and Brae (12 miles west). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so call us to arrange it.
Near you in Symbister
Open spaces near Symbister include Ward of Clett and Bu Water.
What your bath or shower is made of matters
Sinks and worktops
We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, with the joint fully dried first.
Shower trays
Trays are sealed with weight on them, for the same reason.
Prices and what affects them
We charge the same across the UK, including Symbister. The price reflects:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The material and finish
- Whether we combine several jobs
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’ll get a fixed figure.
Quotes from your pictures
Before you send pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Details of any past repairs
- Something in shot to show the size
- One picture of the whole bath or shower
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There’s no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.
Symbister: your questions answered
Do you work in Symbister?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Symbister. Send pictures and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Can new silicone go over old?
No, we never seal over old silicone. The old sealant is cut out and the joint cleaned and dried.
How much does bath resealing cost in Symbister?
We give a fixed quote based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your ZE2 postcode.
Are there extra charges for Symbister?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Why it’s worth resealing in Symbister
A reseal is one of the cheapest bathroom jobs there is, and it protects everything around the bath. Failed sealant can lead to water damage that is much more expensive. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why Symbister customers choose us
- A fixed quote before booking
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Everything repaired in place
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
See our pricing.
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
