Cornwall · England
Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Woodford, Cornwall
We travel to Woodford for bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Unsealed corners
- Discoloured, yellow sealant
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
Should I try a DIY kit first?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
How we handle bath resealing in Woodford
Baths, trays, basins and kitchen worktops all get resealed using mould-resistant silicone. Most jobs take a couple of hours, then it needs to cure. Our repair technicians work on basins & vanity units, wet rooms and baths, and people most frequently call us about discoloured, yellow sealant and gaps in the seal.
All our work comes with a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Cornwall.
- Area
- Woodford (EX23)
- County
- Cornwall
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Shower trays
Trays are sealed with weight on them, so the joint is at its widest.
Baths
We fill the bath before sealing, to open the joint fully.
How to look after the repair
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Run the extractor fan during and after showers
- Replace the seal when mould sets in
- Clean the joints with a mild cleaner
- Don’t stand toiletries on the seal
Good ventilation is the best protection, and wipe the joints after use.
Damp below or loose tiles need checking quickly. There may be more going on, so we’ll tell you if it needs a builder or plumber.
Other services in Woodford
The process
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can carry on at home. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes a couple of hours. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.
- The old silicone is cut out completely.
- We remove the residue and clean the joint.
- We treat mould and dry the joint thoroughly.
- We fill the bath, or weight the tray, to open the joint.
- We apply fresh mould-resistant silicone and tool a neat bead.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Let us know about parking or access
- Have a window or extractor fan available
Get a quote
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath or shower, we can price the job without visiting.
Related advice
Why it’s worth resealing in Woodford
Sealing over old silicone is a false economy. It soon peels, and mould stays trapped behind it. A proper reseal removes the old first. 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. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Woodford
- No need to remove anything
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Same prices wherever you are
Read our full price list.
FAQs for Woodford
Why does my sealant keep going mouldy?
Typically poor ventilation and moisture sitting on the joint. Mould-resistant silicone and good ventilation help.
Is it messy?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Can you reseal over the old silicone?
Never over old. The old sealant is cut out and the joint cleaned and dried.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
How long does silicone take to cure?
Generally after around 24 hours. We confirm before we leave.
Will there be a smell?
There can be some smell while we work, which is why we ventilate. It clears as the materials cure.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
What affects the price in Woodford
Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- How many items we do on one visit
- The type of damage
- The material and finish
Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Send pictures for a quote
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Try to send:
- One picture of the whole bath or shower
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Our work in Woodford
Woodford is about 16 miles south-west of Bideford, in Cornwall. Anywhere in EX23, a technician comes to you. Woodford is one of 644 towns and villages in Cornwall where we work.
Postcode districts we cover here: EX23. We also cover the places around Woodford: Poughill (4 miles south), Maer (4 miles south), Flexbury (4 miles south), Stratton (5 miles south) and Bude (5 miles south).
Around Woodford
Around Woodford, we work in homes near St Mark's CofE Primary School, among other places. Further afield, we also cover the area around Penstowe Castle (2 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Marsland Valley.
Common problems we fix in Woodford
A bathroom without good ventilation is hard on sealant: moisture sits on the joints longer, and mould takes hold.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Stained silicone
- Water getting behind the bath or tray
- Black spots in the silicone
- Gaps in the seal
What your quote should include
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How the room is protected while they work
- Whether they match the colour on site
- What happens if they find more damage
Landlord and trade work in Woodford
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Woodford as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it typically costs far less than a refit.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
