Devon · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in West Hill, Devon
Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone at your home in West Hill, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Damp near the bath
- Black mould in the sealant
- Gaps by the taps
West Hill and nearby
West Hill is about 5 miles north-west of Sidmouth, in Devon. Wherever you are in the EX11 postcode area, we come to you. We work in all 586 towns and villages across Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in EX11 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From Warren Park, West Hill Road and Ashley Brake or a nearby road, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Allercombe (1 mile north-west), Aller Grove (1 mile north-west), Venn Ottery (2 miles south), Marsh Green (2 miles west) and Southerton (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Exeter (9 miles west), Exmouth (8 miles south-west), Tiverton (14 miles north-west), Teignmouth (15 miles south-west), Sidmouth (5 miles south-east) and Honiton (7 miles north-east).
Landmarks near West Hill
We visit homes around Church of St Michael, West Hill Primary School and Dawlish Community College and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Whimple station, roughly 2.7 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Sidmouth Hospital (5.2 miles south-east) and Ottery Heritage Museum (2.2 miles north-east). The countryside around West Hill includes Aylesbeare Common RSPB reserve.
Bath resealing in West Hill, done in place
A good reseal is all about preparation: every bit of old silicone out, mould treated, the joint clean and dry. Then the fresh sealant goes on, as one neat, continuous bead. Whether it’s gaps by the taps and discoloured, yellow sealant, we can help, whatever the material.
You’re covered after we leave: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before you book.
- Location
- West Hill (EX11)
- Area hub
- Devon
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Aftercare tips
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts:
- Ventilate the bathroom well
- Dry the seal after bathing
- Reseal at the first sign of lifting
- Let steam out after showers
Use the extractor fan, dry the joints after bathing, and give them a regular clean with a mild cleaner to slow mould growth.
Black mould in sealant isn’t just unsightly. An early reseal keeps water where it belongs.
Towns and villages near West Hill
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For landlords and businesses
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
For anyone letting property in or around West Hill, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send photos for each address and we’ll price them together.
What we can’t put right
We’d rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- Rotten walls or floors behind the bath
- Gaps too big for silicone alone
- Loose tiles, which need refixing first
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Shower trays & enclosures
- Baths
- Kitchen worktops & sinks
- Basins & vanity units
- Wet rooms
Should I try a DIY kit first?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
West Hill questions
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.
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
What happens after I send pictures?
We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we’ll ask for another photo.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
Can you quote from pictures?
Generally, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
What does bath resealing cost?
Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before booking.
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
What happens on the day
We agree an arrival time beforehand. Once we are there, the work takes about two hours for a bath for most jobs. We leave the room clean and you’ll know when it can be used.
- We cut out and remove all of the old sealant.
- Next we clean the joint and deal with mould.
- We make sure the joint is completely dry.
- Baths are filled with water first, so the joint is at its widest.
- New mould-resistant silicone goes on and is tooled to a neat finish, taps included.
How to prepare
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
Get a quote
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.
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When to call us in West Hill
No sealant lasts for ever. Every bath or shower adds moisture and soap residue, which mould feeds on, and the joint flexes each time the bath fills.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- Gaps in the seal
- Black spots in the silicone
- An untidy old seal
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
Before booking anyone
- What preparation is included
- When it can be used again
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
What affects the price in West Hill
There is no charge for travel to West Hill. The price comes down to:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- What the surface is made of
- Whether we combine several jobs
There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Send pictures for a quote
Two or three clear photos are typically enough. It helps if you send:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Details of any past repairs
- One picture of the entire bath or shower
Most clients in West Hill get their price from photos. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Is resealing worth it?
Resealing is routine maintenance. Putting off a reseal can let water reach the walls and floor, which costs far more to put right. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in West Hill
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
Take a look at our prices page.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
