Essex · England

Bathroom Resealing in Hobbs Cross

Bath, shower, basin, wet room, worktop and sink resealing for Hobbs Cross, backed by a 12-month guarantee. Ask us for a quote.

  • A bead that has pulled away from the tiles
  • Black mould in the silicone that will not clean off
  • New sealant laid over old sealant that is now lifting

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How we handle bathroom resealing in Hobbs Cross

Sealant is the soft line between a bath, shower or worktop and the wall. When it splits, shrinks or turns black, water gets behind it. Our team cut the old bead out completely and lay a new one in anti-fungal sanitary silicone. We work on baths, kitchen worktops & upstands and basins & vanity units, and common reasons people get in touch are black mould in the silicone that won’t clean off and water getting behind the kitchen upstand.

Around Hobbs Cross, it’s houses and cottages rather than flats, some with bathrooms tucked into older rooms or extensions. Sealant and grout wear out here just as they do anywhere: everything old comes out before the new sealant or grout goes in.

All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months.

Place
Hobbs Cross (CM16)
Wider area
Essex
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quote
Quoted before any work starts
Call
0345 464 0079
Updated
26 October 2026
Fresh white silicone going into the corner where a shower screen meets the tiled wall

What sealant work cannot fix

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

  • Tiles that have come away from the wall
  • A tray or bath that’s cracked through
  • A leaking waste, trap or valve

If in doubt, ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will say what we think.

What we seal

  • Sinks & splashbacks
  • Wet rooms
  • Basins & vanity units
  • Shower trays & enclosures
  • Kitchen worktops & upstands
  • Baths

Common problems we fix in Hobbs Cross

Sealant laid on a damp, dusty or greasy joint never bonds properly. Traces of soap, bath oil and old sealant stop it gripping, so a rushed job can start to lift early.

These are the problems we are asked about most:

  • Smears of silicone across the tiles
  • Shrunken sealant along the back of a worktop
  • Water escaping at the shower enclosure
  • Sealant that has split, shrunk or peeled away

Schools such as St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled School are buildings too, and its toilets, changing areas and kitchens need their sealant renewed like any other building’s.

What to look for in a quote

  • The length of the guarantee
  • Is VAT in the price?
  • What preparation is included
  • How the colour is chosen

10 questions to ask before you book

Bathrooms and kitchens in Hobbs Cross

Hard water is the norm across most of the South East, so limescale builds up on sealant, grout and fittings.

For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, timber floors under older bathrooms flex, so joints need a sealant that moves with them.

Hobbs Cross is about 3 miles north-east of Loughton, in Essex. From the centre of Hobbs Cross to the outskirts, bathroom resealing is available for homes and businesses alike, from flats and houses to offices and hotels. Our area takes in 644 places across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for London, roughly 15 miles from Hobbs Cross.

Jobs for bathroom resealing in CM16 is quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. If you are just outside Hobbs Cross, we cover Theydon Garnon (1 mile west), Steward's Green (1 mile north), Fiddlers Hamlet (1 mile north), Abridge (2 miles south) and Ivy Chimneys (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Harlow (7 miles north), Brentwood (8 miles south-east), Billericay (13 miles east), Loughton (3 miles south-west), Waltham Abbey (5 miles west) and Harold Wood (7 miles south-east).

Landmarks near Hobbs Cross

Well-known places in the area include St. Margaret's Hospital (2.3 miles north) and Epping Signalling Museum (1.7 miles north-west). Not far away are Gernon Bushes.

Map of Hobbs Cross © OpenStreetMap contributors

Your questions about bathroom resealing in Hobbs Cross

Is Hobbs Cross within the area you cover?

Yes, we do. We work across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest places. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.

Is Hobbs Cross in your area for bathroom resealing?

Yes. Our work covers London and the South East, and Hobbs Cross is part of that. You can ring 0345 464 0079 or email us and let us know what needs doing, and we will send you a clear quote.

Do you do commercial work?

Yes. Hotels, offices and other businesses use us.

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.

How much does bathroom resealing cost in Hobbs Cross?

The cost depends on the size of the job, access and how much old sealant has to come out. Call for a quick quote and we will talk you through it.

Do the sealants smell?

Possibly a little. It fades as the sealant cures.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes, we can. More than one area can be quoted together.

What sealant do you use?

Quality sealants from brands including Arbo and Everbuild, chosen to suit the joint. We will tell you what we’re using and why.

What we do, step by step

On the day, there’s very little for you to do. Show us the job and we will take it from there. The work itself takes half a day or less for one room, longer when the kitchen is included. In a small place like Hobbs Cross, access is generally the main thing to plan. If the job is outside, mention outbuildings, exposed walls and how to reach them.

  1. We look at every joint first and check for movement or leaks.
  2. Every trace of the old bead is removed, including the thin smear on the tiles.
  3. The joint is cleaned, degreased and treated for mould.
  4. When the joint is dry, and a bath has been filled with water, the new silicone goes on.
  5. The bead is tooled smooth and you are told the cure time, generally around 24 hours.

How to prepare

  • Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
  • Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
  • Tell us if parking is tricky

Get a quote

It all starts with a short chat. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is, and we’ll talk you through what we’d do. When it suits you, phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.

Get a price

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What affects the cost of bathroom resealing

For a quick quote, just ask. The main things that affect it are:

  • Mould in or behind the old joints
  • How easy the joints are to reach
  • The number of rooms or windows
  • When we can work, for business premises

What you pay reflects the work, not guesswork. That’s why we ask about the job first and agree the price before starting.

Helping us quote

Photos help, but a description is a good start. Please mention:

  • What’s wrong with the joints now
  • Pictures of the joints, sent by email
  • Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
  • If it’s domestic, commercial or a hotel

For a quick quote, get us on the phone, or send an email if you’d rather. Describe what needs sealing and we’ll talk you through the work and give you a clear price.

Work for landlords, hotels and businesses

Letting agents often deal with us directly. Send the address, what’s needed and the access arrangements and we’ll give you a quote.

We also work for property managers and facilities teams in Hobbs Cross and across Essex. Several sites can be quoted together.

Leave it or put it right?

Bleach and mould sprays may lighten black marks for a while, but where mould is inside the silicone it usually comes back. The lasting answer is to remove the bead and start again. Around Hobbs Cross, older homes often have timber in their floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.

Rather than a set price list, we price the job in front of us: the amount of work, the old material and the access. The price is agreed before we begin.

Why Hobbs Cross clients choose us

  • Tidy, careful work
  • Quality sealants from Arbo and Everbuild
  • Fully insured
  • 180+ five-star Google reviews

Read what affects the cost and what customers say.

Should I try it myself first?

Sealing over old silicone is the commonest DIY error. Silicone doesn’t stick to old silicone, so it peels away and traps moisture behind it. Everything old must be removed first.

Some jobs are best left to a professional: high-level joints, fire-rated gaps, external movement joints and big jobs call for the right materials, safe access and experience.

20+ yearsMastic and sealant specialists
ARBOMaster approvedApproved applicator for Arbo sealants
Fully insuredDomestic, commercial and hotels
One-year guaranteeOn every job