Fife · Scotland
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Townhill, Fife
Our repair technicians come to Townhill for bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Mould you can’t clean out
- Unsealed corners
- Damp near the bath
DIY kit or professional repair?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
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 isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
About our bath resealing in Townhill
Resealing is one of the simplest ways to protect your bathroom. Failed sealant lets water get where it shouldn’t, and a new seal stops it. Common call-outs are for unsealed corners and leaks at the edges, in kitchen worktops & sinks, baths and wet rooms.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before booking.
- Where
- Townhill (KY12, KY11)
- Area hub
- Fife
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What your bath or shower is made of matters
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, for the same reason.
Baths
We fill the bath before sealing, so the joint is at its widest.
How to care for the repair
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Keep bottles off the joints
- Let steam out after showers
- Dry the seal after bathing
- Reseal when black spots will not clean off
Good ventilation is the best protection, 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. There may be more going on, so we will tell you if it needs a builder or plumber.
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What a repair can’t fix
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Gaps so wide they need filling or trims before sealing
- Water damage behind the bath that needs a builder
- Hollow or loose tiles
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Townhill
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Basins & vanity units
- Wet rooms
Why it’s worth resealing in Townhill
A professional reseal costs little compared with water damage. It’s quick, tidy and protects your home. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Townhill
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Work done at your home or business
- We leave the room as we found it
- Most jobs done in one visit
See our pricing.
Common questions in Townhill
Do you cover the entire of Fife?
The entire UK, including all of Fife. Just include your postcode and we will offer you dates.
When can I use the bath after resealing?
Normally about a day later. We confirm before we leave.
How do I get a price for bath resealing in Townhill?
Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.
Will it make a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
Can you quote from photos?
Yes, almost always. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
Can pets and children be at home?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
What happens after I send photos?
We look at the photos and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.
For landlords and businesses
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Townhill use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it generally costs far less than a refit.
For anyone letting property in or around Townhill, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send pictures for each address and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Our work in Townhill
Townhill is about 1 mile north of Dunfermline, in Fife. Anywhere in KY12, we carry out the work at your property. Townhill is one of 133 towns and villages in Fife where we work. Our nearest city page is Edinburgh, about 13 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: KY12 and KY11. That includes homes on Muir Road, Daviot Road and Kingseat Road and the roads around them. If you are just outside Townhill, we cover Dunfermline (1 mile south), Wellwood (1 mile west), Abbeyview (1 mile south), Kingseat (1 mile north-east) and Pitreavie (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Kirkcaldy (11 miles east), Glenrothes (13 miles north-east), Cowdenbeath (4 miles north-east), Dysart (12 miles east), Dalgety Bay (4 miles south-east) and Rosyth (3 miles south).
Landmarks near Townhill
In Townhill, that means homes near Pittencrieff Park, Queen Anne High School Dunfermline and St Margaret's R.C. Church, among other places. The closest station to Townhill is Dunfermline Queen Margaret station, about 0.5 miles south-east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Kingsgate Centre (1.2 miles south-west) and Dunfermline Palace (1.5 miles south-west). Not far away are Loch Fitty.
When to call us in Townhill
Sealant splits when the bath or tray moves, frequently because it was sealed while the bath was empty.
These are the problems we’re asked about most:
- Silicone smeared on tiles
- Damp near the bath
- Discoloured, yellow sealant
- Gaps by the taps
What to look for in a quote
- How changes to the job are handled
- How to care for the finish
- Whether the price covers travel
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
The process
On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will take it from there. The job generally runs to about two hours for a bath.
- First we strip out every bit of the old mastic.
- The joint is cleaned and any mould treated.
- We dry the joint thoroughly.
- For a bath, we fill it with water first so the joint is at its widest.
- We run a new bead of mould-resistant silicone and smooth it neatly, including around the taps.
How to prepare
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Ask for a price
Most customers in Townhill get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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