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Bathroom Fitting

New build, Shower sealant failed already, Unreliable developer HELP

Anonymous user 15/03/2024 - 2.49 PM

New build property, Brand new shower has not even been used for a year and water has got behind the seal which has caused the sealant to fail. Looks like a large gap between where the tray meets the tiles has been left allowing water to get through, measures 6mm-7mm. As the house/bathroom is brand new I would of expected it to last longer than 6 months? Now the developer is known for being unreliable and dismissive about reported issues. I originally reported this to them with images and asking someone to come over to inspect asap. The response I got back was they would send someone round to re-seal the tray, no inspection for water leaks ect, just to put more seal down. Will putting more seal down likely resolve this issue? Would something like this require an inspection for water leaks? Any advice from a professional would greatly be appreciated.

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4 Answers

Anonymous user

I would suggest the large gap is filled before re sealing.
Answered20 June 2019
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Anonymous user

It Is best to fill the gap with waterproof adhesive or filler before re sealing to stop the excessive movement pulling the sealant away from Tray / wall
Answered20 June 2019
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T. Franks Gas & Plumbing Ltd

Rating: 5 out of 5
Skelmersdale
I would firstly investigate the leak and maybe reposition the tray and then resealable with mild free sealant
Answered21 June 2019
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D&G Scott Ltd

Rating: 5 out of 5
South Shields
It's important to ensure the tray is supported correctly, is rigid and not flexing or dropping. Only then should the repairs be carried out. I would suggest an upstand pvc trim around 40-50mm high is applied all around the shower tray before the new silicon is applied, filling a large gap with silicon will only last for so long. When installing a new shower tray I always use a stick on flexible trim around the shower tray which the tiles are glued over, this ensures problems like yours don't occur.
Answered21 June 2019
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