Cumbria · England

Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Unthank, Cumbria

Bath resealing for Unthank, without a refit. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then book a visit.

  • Gaps by the taps
  • Old sealant that looks dirty
  • A messy previous reseal
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

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What happens on the day

It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which normally takes around two hours. If anything looks different from your pictures, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.

  1. We protect the area and mask the joint lines.
  2. We remove the old sealant and every trace of residue.
  3. We clean, treat and dry the joint.
  4. Fresh silicone is applied in a continuous bead.
  5. The bead is smoothed, the tape removed and the seal left to cure.

Preparing for the visit

  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access

Get a quote

There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.

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How we handle bath resealing in Unthank

A fresh seal protects your bathroom. Failed sealant lets water get where it shouldn’t, and resealing puts a stop to that. Common call-outs are for sealant that’s split or lifting and mould you can’t clean out, in kitchen worktops & sinks, baths and shower trays & enclosures.

A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are covered after the visit.

Area
Unthank (CA10)
Area hub
Cumbria
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quotes
Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Roll-top bath being refinished by a Surface Doctor technician

Should I try a DIY kit first?

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

Aftercare tips

Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:

  • Don’t stand toiletries on the seal
  • Ventilate the bathroom well
  • Keep the joints dry
  • Clean the joints with a mild cleaner

Let it cure fully before using the bath or shower, generally around 24 hours.

If you notice damp, stains on the ceiling below or loose tiles, act quickly. There may be more going on, and we’ll say if you need a builder or plumber.

Unthank questions

Why does mould come back so fast?

Damp is the cause. Ventilation and drying keep it clean longer.

How soon can you come?

We will give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

How long before I can shower?

We’ll give you the curing time, usually around a day.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Normally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Why does the silicone keep cracking?

The bath or tray is probably flexing. If it keeps happening, the support may need fixing.

Will it make a mess?

We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we have finished.

Can you repair something that is been repaired before?

Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

Can you reseal over the old silicone?

All the old sealant comes out. New silicone won’t bond to old.

Where we work around Unthank

Unthank is about 8 miles north-east of Penrith, in Cumbria. Whether you’re in the middle of Unthank or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in 438 places in Cumbria. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 42 miles away.

Here we cover the CA10 postcode area. We also cover the places around Unthank: Gamblesby (1 mile south), Glassonby (2 miles south-west), Kirkoswald (3 miles west), Hunsonby (3 miles south-west) and Little Salkeld (4 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Penrith (8 miles south-west), Currock (15 miles north-west), Botcherby (15 miles north-west), Harraby (15 miles north-west), Appleby-in-Westmorland (13 miles south) and Brampton (14 miles north).

What’s near Unthank

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St. John's Church and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Lazonby & Kirkoswald station, about 3.6 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Kirkoswald Castle (2.9 miles west).

Map of Unthank © OpenStreetMap contributors

Work for landlords and builders

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Unthank use us as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.

Do you need bath resealing in Unthank?

Most reseals are because of black mould. It grows into the silicone, so cleaning only removes the surface.

You may need us if you’ve spotted:

  • Damp near the bath
  • Gaps by the taps
  • Stained silicone
  • Silicone coming away from the tiles

Before you book anyone

  • Aftercare advice
  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • How your room will be protected
  • What preparation is included

Choosing a repair company

Prices and what affects them

We don’t charge extra for travel to Unthank. The price depends on:

  • Access to the area
  • The material and finish
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • How many areas need work

A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.

Quotes from your pictures

Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To help us price it:

  • The material, if you know it
  • A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole bath or shower, include your postcode and send them to us. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Sinks and worktops

We reseal basins, vanity tops and kitchen worktops, with the joint fully dried first.

Baths

Baths are resealed with water in them, to open the joint fully.

What a repair cannot fix

We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:

  • Tiles that move, until they’re refixed
  • A flexing bath
  • Hidden water damage

Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.

Materials we work on in Unthank

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