Dorset · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Ulwell, Dorset
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone for householders, landlords and businesses in Ulwell. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Mould you can’t clean out
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
- Stained silicone
Bath resealing in Ulwell without replacing anything
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint opens fully, which stops the new seal tearing the first time the bath is used. If you’re dealing with damp near the bath and an untidy old seal, we can generally put it right, on wet rooms, kitchen worktops & sinks and basins & vanity units alike.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Ulwell (BH19)
- Area hub
- Dorset
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Resealing in Ulwell: why it matters
Resealing is a small job. Putting off a reseal can let water reach the walls and floor, and that damage costs much more to fix. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why us?
- Normally one visit, start to finish
- Work done at your home or business
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
Read our prices page.
How we price bath resealing
Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The type of damage
- Doing more than one item at once
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. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Quotes from your pictures
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what we need:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Do you need bath resealing in Ulwell?
A bathroom without good ventilation is hard on sealant: damp hangs around, and mould grows faster.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- Mould you cannot clean out
- Damp near the bath
Before you book anyone
- How changes to the job are handled
- Whether they match the colour on site
- Who turns up on the day
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
DIY repairs versus a professional job
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
Landlord and trade work in Ulwell
Letting agents often send us pictures 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.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
What we do, step by step
Once we are through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes about two hours for a bath, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- The surrounding area is protected and the joints masked.
- We remove the old sealant and every trace of residue.
- We clean, treat and dry the joint.
- We run a continuous bead of new silicone.
- We smooth the bead, remove the tape and leave it to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
Get a quote
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.
Related advice
About Ulwell
Ulwell is about 7 miles south of Poole, in Dorset. Anywhere in BH19, we carry out the work at your property. We work in all 462 towns and villages across Dorset.
Our visits in BH19 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Herston (1 mile south), Studland (1 mile north-east), Swanage (1 mile south), Langton Matravers (2 miles south-west) and Durlston (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Christchurch (12 miles north-east), Wimborne Minster (12 miles north), Ferndown (13 miles north), Broadstone (9 miles north), Corfe Mullen (10 miles north) and Highcliffe (14 miles north-east).
Around Ulwell
In Ulwell, that means homes near The Crows Nest Inn, Day's Park and The Swanage School, among other places. You will also find St Mary's Catholic Primary School (under half a mile south-east) and All Saints Church (0.7 miles south-east). A little further out are Swanage Railway (1.1 miles south-west) and Brownsea Castle (4.3 miles north). The countryside around Ulwell includes Arne RSPB reserve and Dean Hill.
Places near Ulwell
Also in Ulwell
Different materials, different repairs
Shower trays
Trays are sealed with weight on them, for the same reason.
Sinks and worktops
Basins, vanity units and kitchen worktops are resealed too, once the joint is completely dry.
Your questions about bath resealing in Ulwell
When can I use the bath after resealing?
We will give you the curing time, typically around a day.
Is repairing better than replacing?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
How long does a reseal take?
A bath or shower generally takes a couple of hours. Leave it to cure before use.
How soon can you come?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit generally costs less than separate visits. Include pictures of each item.
Why does the silicone keep cracking?
Something is moving. Persistent splitting can mean the support needs attention.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Aftercare tips
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Use the extractor fan
- Clean the sealant gently and regularly
- Reseal at the first sign of lifting
- Store bottles on a shelf
Run the extractor fan, dry the joints after bathing, and clean them regularly with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.
Mouldy sealant is more than a cosmetic problem. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.
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