Kent · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in The Stocks, Kent
Local bath resealing for The Stocks: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
- Unsealed corners
- Damp near the bath
How we handle bath resealing in The Stocks
We cut out all of the old sealant, deal with any mould, and reseal with new mould-resistant silicone. We reseal baths, showers, sinks and worktops, including the awkward bits behind the taps. Whether it’s discoloured, yellow sealant and black mould in the sealant, we can help, on shower trays & enclosures, wet rooms and kitchen worktops & sinks alike.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in The Stocks and across Kent.
- Location
- The Stocks (TN30)
- County
- Kent
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Common problems we fix in The Stocks
A bathroom without good ventilation is hard on sealant: damp hangs around, and mould takes hold.
People normally call us when they notice something like this:
- Gaps in the seal
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- Black mould in the sealant
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
Questions to ask before you book
- What preparation is included
- When it can be used again
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How to care for the finish
Common questions in The Stocks
How long before I can shower?
Generally after around 24 hours. We confirm before we leave.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
What information do you need?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Do you work in The Stocks?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and come to The Stocks. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
In most cases. We remove the old repair before doing a new one.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners.
For landlords and businesses
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll arrange it.
Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Where we work around The Stocks
The Stocks is about 11 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. We cover 922 places across Kent. You can also see our page for London, about 49 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: TN30. Whether you live on Stocks Road, Budd's Lane and Wittersham Road or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. We also cover the places around The Stocks: Acton (1 mile north), Wittersham (1 mile west), Stone Corner (1 mile north), Stone in Oxney (2 miles east) and Reading Street (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (11 miles north-east), Tenterden (4 miles north), Kennington (13 miles north-east), New Romney (10 miles east), Staplehurst (13 miles north-west) and Stanhope (10 miles north-east).
Around The Stocks
In The Stocks, that means homes near Parish Church of St John the Baptist, The Ewe And Lamb Inn and Wittersham Church of England Primary School and the streets around them. The closest station to The Stocks is Rye station, roughly 4.2 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Smallhythe Place (2 miles north-west) and Ypres Tower (4.4 miles south). The countryside around The Stocks includes Flatropers Wood.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Baths
Baths are resealed with water in them, to open the joint fully.
Shower trays
Trays are sealed with weight on them, for the same reason.
How to look after the repair
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Run the extractor fan during and after showers
- Reseal when black spots will not clean off
- Give the seal a regular clean
- Keep the joints dry
Avoid scraping the joints, and do not stand bottles on the seal.
Don’t wait until water gets behind the bath. Split or lifting sealant is a sign it’s time.
How we price bath resealing
We charge the same across the UK, including The Stocks. What changes the price is:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How much damage there is
- The material
- How easy the damage is to reach
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book.
Quotes from your photos
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath or shower, include your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
What we do, step by step
On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we’ll get on with it. The job generally runs to a couple of hours.
- We cut out all of the old sealant.
- Residue is removed and the joint cleaned.
- We treat mould and dry the joint thoroughly.
- We fill the bath, or weight the tray, to open the joint.
- We apply fresh mould-resistant silicone and tool a neat bead.
How to prepare
- Clear the area around the damage
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Get a quote
Most clients in The Stocks get their price from photos. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Related advice
Resealing in The Stocks: why it matters
Sealing over old silicone is a false economy. It soon peels, and mould stays trapped behind it. We remove the old sealant completely. A repair generally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in The Stocks
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- One price list for the whole UK
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Fixed prices from your pictures
See our full price list.
Also near The Stocks
Also in The Stocks
What we can’t put right
Some jobs are not right for a repair, including:
- Movement in the bath or tray
- Loose tiles, which need refixing first
- Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
What we work on
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Basins & vanity units
- Baths
- Wet rooms
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
