Leicestershire · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Thurlaston, Leicestershire
Fixed-price bath resealing in Thurlaston and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- Gaps by the taps
- An untidy old seal
Bath resealing in Thurlaston, done in place
The key to a good reseal is getting all of the old silicone out. Fresh sealant does not stick to old, which is why so many DIY reseals peel. Common call-outs are for sealant that’s split or lifting and black mould in the sealant, in baths, kitchen worktops & sinks and basins & vanity units.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Area
- Thurlaston (LE9)
- County
- Leicestershire
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY kit or professional repair?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
What your bath or shower is made of matters
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.
Do you need bath resealing in Thurlaston?
Most reseals are because of black mould. It grows into the silicone, so cleaning can’t get it all out.
The things clients normally mention when they call include:
- Missing sealant behind the taps
- Black mould in the sealant
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
- Damp near the bath
Questions to ask before you book
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- How long it needs to cure
- How the room is protected while they work
Looking after it afterwards
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Replace the seal when mould sets in
- Use the extractor fan
- Dry the seal after bathing
- Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
Keep the room well ventilated, and wipe the joints after use so mould struggles to take hold.
If you notice damp, stains on the ceiling below or loose tiles, act quickly. It may be more than a reseal, so we will tell you if it needs a builder or plumber.
Towns and villages near Thurlaston
Other services in Thurlaston
Why it’s worth resealing in Thurlaston
A professional reseal costs little compared with water damage. It’s quick, tidy and protects your home. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Thurlaston
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- One price list for the whole UK
- Typically one visit, start to finish
- One-year guarantee on every repair
Take a look at our prices page.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- What kind of damage it is
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The material
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Quotes from your pictures
Before you send photos, a few simple things make all the difference:
- A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower
- The material, if you know it
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.
FAQs for Thurlaston
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders across Leicestershire.
Why does the silicone keep cracking?
The bath or tray is probably flexing. Persistent splitting can mean the support needs attention.
How much does bath resealing cost in Thurlaston?
Every job gets a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your LE9 postcode.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. If there’s more, we will tell you before starting.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
Do I need to be at home?
We need someone to let us in. You don’t need to watch us work.
Can you reseal over the old silicone?
All the old sealant comes out. New silicone will not bond to old.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
Our work in Thurlaston
Thurlaston is about 6 miles north-east of Hinckley, in Leicestershire. Jobs in Thurlaston are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. We cover all 287 towns and villages in Leicestershire. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 28 miles away.
Jobs in LE9 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes on Main Street, Church Street and All Saints Close. We also travel to Huncote (1 mile south-east), Potters Marston (2 miles south), Enderby (2 miles east), Narborough (2 miles south-east) and Croft (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Loughborough (13 miles north), Hinckley (6 miles south-west), Wigston (6 miles east), Coalville (10 miles north-west), Ashby-de-la-Zouch (14 miles north-west) and Shepshed (13 miles north).
Near you in Thurlaston
Typical jobs here are in homes near Thurlaston Church of England Primary School, Elephant & Castle pub and Brockington College and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Narborough station, about 2.6 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Fosse Shopping Park (3.5 miles east) and Kirby Muxloe Castle (3.7 miles north). For a walk, there’s Croft Hill and Stoney Cove.
Landlord and trade work in Thurlaston
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there’s no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip.
What we do, step by step
When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job typically takes about two hours for a bath. We clean up when we are done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- We cut out all of the old sealant.
- We remove the residue and clean the joint.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Ask for a price
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed quote the same day in most cases.
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