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Regrouting in Locksbottom

Tiled areas in Locksbottom need attention? We remove the old material, prepare the joints and seal them properly, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Gaps where the shower grout has gone
  • Grout stained black or orange that will not clean
  • Kitchen splashback grout stained by grease

Trusted regrouting in Locksbottom

Aftercare tips

Simple care keeps the joints in good condition. We recommend:

  • Get any tile that moves checked promptly
  • Skip wire brushes and scourers
  • Run the extractor fan during and after a shower
  • Rinse soap off the tiles after each shower

Have any tile that moves checked right away. Movement will crack the new grout and lets water in.

Cracked grout does not stay cracked for long. Water gets in behind and the tiles can start to loosen and early regrouting can avoid a much bigger job.

Regrouting in Locksbottom

Our applicators rake out the old grout to an even depth, without damaging the edges of the tiles. After vacuuming, new grout goes in and the tiles are wiped clean, with silicone renewed in the corners. We work on bathroom floors, bathroom wall tiles and wet rooms, and people most often call us about grout in corners that has cracked and cracked or crumbling grout lines.

In much of London, period terraces have been converted into flats over the years, with bathrooms fitted into whatever space was available. A compact bathroom that steams up every day is hard on silicone and grout, and homes in Locksbottom are no different.

There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job.

Silicone being applied where a shower enclosure meets beige wall tiles
Place
Locksbottom (BR6, BR2, BR5)
Wider area
Greater London
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quotes
A clear price before we start
Call
0345 464 0079
Last updated
26 October 2026

What affects the cost of regrouting

Your quote is based on your job. We take into account:

  • Mould in or behind the old joints
  • The old material and how stubborn it is
  • How easy the joints are to reach
  • Working hours on commercial sites

We don’t show prices on the website, because each job is priced on what it involves. For a quick quote, please call 0345 464 0079 or email us and we will talk you through it.

Asking for a quote

When you contact us, it’s useful to know:

  • If someone has resealed it before
  • Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
  • Whether it’s a home or a business
  • Where the job is, and your postcode

For regrouting in Locksbottom, ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email. Tell us what the problem is and where, and you’ll get a clear quote before any work starts.

How it works

Once we’re on site, we compare the joints with what we discussed. If anything is different, we explain it before carrying on. Most jobs then take anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on the area. For a job in Locksbottom, parking and access are the things to plan: let us know about parking, the floor we’ll be working on and any lift or shared entrance.

  1. Every tile area is checked for hollow or loose tiles first.
  2. We rake out the grout evenly, protecting the tile edges.
  3. The joints are vacuumed clean.
  4. New grout is pressed into the joints and the tiles are cleaned.
  5. Silicone goes into the corners and along the edges.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
  • Clear items away from the joints we’re working on
  • Plan for the work area to be out of bounds to pets and children

Get a quote

Want a quote for regrouting? Please ring 0345 464 0079 or email us with a few details. You’ll know what we plan to do, and what it will cost, before any work begins.

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What the job involves on each surface

Bathroom floors

If floor grout keeps cracking, the floor may be moving. We check the tiles before regrouting.

Kitchen splashbacks

Splashback grout picks up grease and cooking stains. Once it’s stained, new grout is often the only fix.

What regrouting looks like in Locksbottom

In a London flat, water from a failed bath or shower seal can reach the neighbours below, so tired sealant is best dealt with early. London has hard water, so limescale builds up on sealant, grout and fittings, and it has to be cleaned off before new sealant goes in.

If you live in an older home near St Paul, older homes can move a little, which is hard on rigid grout and tired sealant. Rented homes near Orpington station change hands often, and a regrout while the flat is empty is quicker than working around a tenant. As a London address, Locksbottom can be tricky for parking: let us know about parking bays, permits or a driveway.

Locksbottom is about 2 miles south-west of Orpington, in Greater London. For regrouting in and around Locksbottom, please phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email for a quick quote. We are based in Crawley and cover Greater London, Locksbottom included. Across Greater London, we cover 764 places, Locksbottom among them. We also work in London, around 11 miles away.

Our applicators cover all of BR6, BR2 and BR5 for regrouting. We cover properties on Mada Road, Winton Road and Park Avenue. Other places close to Locksbottom include Crofton (1 mile east), Farnborough (1 mile south-east), Petts Wood (1 mile north-east), Bromley Common (1 mile north-west) and Keston (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover London (11 miles north-west), City of Westminster (14 miles north-west), Marylebone (14 miles north-west), Kensington (14 miles north-west), St Pancras (13 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (12 miles north-west).

Around Locksbottom

In Locksbottom, that means homes and buildings near South Park and Darrick Wood School and the streets around them. Locksbottom’s nearest station is Orpington station, roughly 1.2 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Princess Royal University Hospital (0.5 miles south-west) and Crofton Roman Villa (1.2 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Summer Hill and Downe Bank Nature Reserve.

Map of Locksbottom © OpenStreetMap contributors

What happens if it’s left?

Grouting over old grout rarely lasts. A thin skin on top tends to break off. Removing the old grout to an even depth lets the new grout key in properly. Damp from a failed joint spreads quietly in older London brickwork and timber, and by the time it shows on a wall or ceiling in Locksbottom, the repair is bigger than the sealant job would have been.

The cost reflects the work involved, not guesswork. That’s why we ask about the job first and agree the price before starting.

Why choose Mr Mastic in Locksbottom

  • 180+ five-star Google reviews
  • Homes, businesses and hotels
  • Any old sealant cut out fully, not covered over
  • Full insurance on every job

See our cost guide or our reviews.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Locksbottom

Whether it’s one flat or a portfolio, the work is the same standard: the old material taken out, careful preparation and a 12-month guarantee.

Letting agents often deal with us directly. Tell us the address, the job and how access works and we’ll quote.

DIY versus a professional finish

Sealing over old silicone is the commonest DIY error. Silicone does not stick to old silicone, so it lifts and traps water and mould underneath. All the old material has to come out first.

Overfilling a joint is a classic DIY mistake. A heavy bead looks messy and copes badly with movement, and the joint depth matters as much as the finish.

FAQs for Locksbottom

I live in a flat in Locksbottom. Can a failed seal leak into the flat below?

Yes, and the first sign is often a stain on the ceiling below. Cutting out the old sealant and laying a new bead early stops it getting that far.

Do you work for landlords with property near Orpington station?

Yes, we work for landlords and letting agents. You can phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll give you a fixed price before any work starts.

Can you change the grout colour?

Yes. Many customers do. A darker grout hides marks better and lighter grout gives a fresher look.

What if some of my tiles are loose?

New grout can’t hold loose tiles in place. We flag any loose or hollow tiles before starting, so you can decide what to do.

Do you work in Locksbottom?

Yes. We work in Locksbottom and the rest of Greater London, as part of our work across South East England, London and Scotland. To book, phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.

Are you an approved applicator?

Yes. We’re ARBOMaster approved, the scheme for applicators of Arbo sealants.

What guarantee comes with the work?

Our 12-month guarantee covers every job, including regrouting.

What do you need from me for a quote?

Where the job is, what the problem is and roughly how big it is. If you can, email a few pictures.

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