Isles of Scilly · England

Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Trenoweth, Isles of Scilly

Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone in Trenoweth, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.

  • Silicone smeared on tiles
  • Sealant that’s split or lifting
  • Damp near the bath
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath resealing in Trenoweth

Bath resealing in Trenoweth, done in place

A proper reseal starts with removing every trace of the old silicone. New silicone won’t bond to old, which is why so many DIY reseals peel. Our technicians work on basins & vanity units, baths and kitchen worktops & sinks, and common reasons people get in touch are silicone coming away from the tiles and silicone smeared on tiles.

Big or small, you get the same one-year guarantee.

Location
Trenoweth (TR21)
Area hub
Isles of Scilly
Guarantee
One year on every repair
Price
Free, fixed price from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath

How the visit works

Once we are through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the work takes a couple of hours, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.

  1. We cut out all of the old sealant.
  2. Residue is removed and the joint cleaned.
  3. Any mould is treated and the joint dried.
  4. The bath is filled with water, or weight put on the tray.
  5. New mould-resistant silicone is applied and tooled neatly.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing

Ask for a price

To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll say right away if a repair is the right fix.

Get a fixed quote

Advice

Resealing in Trenoweth: why it matters

A professional reseal costs little compared with water damage. It’s a quick job that protects your walls and floors. A repair typically costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.

Why book with us

  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • Work done at your home or business
  • No need to remove anything
  • Typically one visit, start to finish

Read our prices page.

Prices and what affects them

You will not pay by the hour. The price is based on:

  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • Whether we combine several jobs

We charge the same wherever you are, so there’s no premium for Trenoweth. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Getting a price from pictures

It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Try to send:

  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower
  • What it’s made of, if you know

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

Trenoweth and nearby

Trenoweth is about 36 miles west of Penzance, in the Isles of Scilly. Anywhere in TR21, we carry out the work at your property. We work in 13 places in the Isles of Scilly, from the larger towns to small villages.

Our technicians cover all of TR21. If you’re just outside Trenoweth, we cover Telegraph (1 mile south-west), Maypole (1 mile south), Pelistry (1 mile south-east), Holy Vale (1 mile south-east) and Porthloo (1 mile south-west). If you are somewhere remote, ring us first and we will plan the trip.

Local landmarks in Trenoweth

Other landmarks nearby include Longstone Heritage Centre (0.8 miles south) and Ennor Castle (1.3 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Mount Todden and Abbey Pool.

Map of Trenoweth © OpenStreetMap contributors

When we’d advise against a repair

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
  • Movement in the bath or tray
  • Gaps too big for silicone alone

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.

What we work on

  • Kitchen worktops & sinks
  • Basins & vanity units
  • Shower trays & enclosures
  • Wet rooms
  • Baths

Repairs by material

Baths

We fill the bath before sealing, so the joint is at its widest.

Shower trays

Trays are sealed with weight on them, for the same reason.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.

Common problems we fix in Trenoweth

Sealant does not last forever. Each shower leaves moisture and soap behind, which mould loves, and the joint moves slightly every time the bath is filled.

Keep an eye out for any of the following:

  • Leaks at the edges
  • Silicone coming away from the tiles
  • Gaps by the taps
  • Black spots in the silicone

What to look for in a quote

  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • Aftercare advice

Our hiring checklist

Aftercare tips

Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:

  • Give the seal a regular clean
  • Don’t stand toiletries on the seal
  • Let steam out after showers
  • Keep the joints dry

Good ventilation is the best protection, and dry the joints after bathing so mould struggles to take hold.

Black mould in sealant is not just unsightly; it shows moisture is getting in. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.

Your questions about bath resealing in Trenoweth

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Most of the time. Tell us what was done before.

Do I have to be there?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.

Is it messy?

Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.

What happens if you find more damage?

If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.

Are you a vetted contractor?

We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we’ll quote them together.

Why does my sealant keep going mouldy?

Damp is the cause. Run the fan, dry the joints and the new seal stays cleaner for longer.

What happens after I send photos?

We come back with a fixed quote, plus dates. There is no obligation to book.

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