Caulking & Silicone Melbourne — Servicing West Melbourne From $100

Water stains around your shower screen, gaps appearing between bathroom tiles, or air leaking through window frames all point to the same problem: failed or missing caulking. Most Melbourne homeowners only notice deteriorated silicone when water damage has already started, or when their heating bills climb because cold air is seeping through gaps around doors and architraves. Whether you're dealing with blackened grout lines in a 1990s ensuite or preparing a rental property for inspection, professional caulking and silicone services stop water ingress, improve energy efficiency, and give tired bathrooms and kitchens a cleaner finish.

We service residential and commercial properties across Melbourne's western suburbs, from Footscray to Point Cook, with straightforward pricing from $100. Most bathroom re-caulking jobs take 2–3 hours once the old silicone is stripped and surfaces are properly cleaned. Fill in the form on this page with details of your job—where the caulking is needed, what condition it's in now, and any access concerns—and we'll call you back with a fixed quote and available booking times.

What's Included

Every caulking and silicone job we complete covers:

Complete removal of old, mouldy or damaged silicone using scrapers and solvents that won't damage tiles, acrylic, or painted surfaces
Surface preparation and cleaning with methylated spirits or isopropyl alcohol to ensure proper adhesion
Application of premium-grade neutral-cure silicone suitable for wet areas, kitchens, windows, or external joints depending on your job
Neat, smooth tooling and finishing with professional bevelling for a clean, consistent bead
Curing time guidance so you know exactly when the area can get wet or be used again
Clean-up of all waste silicone, tape, and packaging before we leave

We use bathroom and kitchen-rated silicones with mould inhibitors for wet areas, paintable acrylic sealants for internal architraves and skirting, and weather-resistant exterior silicones for window frames and outdoor joints. All products meet Australian Standards for adhesion and flexibility.

Pricing

Caulking and silicone work in Melbourne typically starts from $100 for small, straightforward jobs like resealing a single shower screen or filling gaps around a kitchen sink. Most residential bathroom projects—removing old silicone around a bath, shower base, and screen, then reapplying fresh sealant—fall in the $200–$350 range depending on the size of the bathroom and how much remedial cleaning is needed.

Several factors affect the final quote:

Extent of old silicone removal — If existing sealant has been layered multiple times over the years, or if mould has penetrated porous grout, removal takes longer and may require anti-mould treatment before new silicone goes down.

Number of joins and corners — A frameless glass shower with multiple internal corners and a raised hob requires more precision work than a simple acrylic bath-to-tile join.

Surface condition — Cracked tiles, chipped enamel, or water-damaged villaboard may need repair before caulking can be applied, or we'll recommend those repairs to avoid callbacks when silicone fails prematurely.

Access and timing — Ground-floor bathrooms with good ventilation can be completed faster. Upper-level ensuites with small windows or no exhaust fan may require additional curing time, which can affect scheduling on multi-job days.

Additional areas — Many clients bundle bathroom re-caulking with kitchen splashback sealing, laundry trough work, or external window frames while we're already on site, which reduces the per-area cost.

We provide fixed-price quotes after assessing photos or visiting the property. No hidden call-out fees, and no variation charges unless you request extra work once we've started.

Where We Work

We cover Melbourne's western suburbs from the CBD fringe out to the growth corridors in Wyndham City Council and Hobsons Bay. Our local knowledge means we understand the common building styles in each area—from the weatherboard cottages near Yarraville's Cruikshank Park to the new double-storey builds in Tarneit's Woodlea estate—and the caulking problems each one tends to develop.

Suburbs we service include:

If your suburb isn't listed, send through your postcode—we regularly travel to neighbouring areas in Maribyrnong, Brimbank, and Melton for larger jobs or when we can schedule multiple bookings in the same locality.

Why Locals Choose Us

Same-day or next-day quotes — Submit the form with a few photos of the areas you need resealed, and we'll send a fixed price back within hours. For urgent jobs—like a leaking shower before an inspection—we prioritise callbacks and try to fit you in within 48 hours.

Transparent, fixed pricing with no surprises — You'll know the exact cost before we book the job. If we discover additional work is needed once we arrive (like replacing rotted timber or re-bedding loose tiles), we'll explain the problem, quote the extra work separately, and let you decide whether to proceed.

Experienced with Melbourne's building stock — We've resealed hundreds of bathrooms across the west, from 1960s cream-brick units in Footscray with cast-iron baths to modern Werribee townhouses with floor-to-ceiling tiles. We know which silicones hold up in poorly ventilated spaces and which sealants work on the plasticky acrylic shower bases common in volume builds.

Fully insured with proper equipment — Public liability coverage is in place for every job, and we bring the right tools—quality caulking guns, silicone removal blades, masking tape, and surface prep chemicals—so the finished bead is neat, consistent, and long-lasting.

Other Services We Offer

Most caulking jobs uncover other maintenance needs. While we're stripping old silicone from your bathroom, you might notice grout that needs recolouring, a leaking tap that needs a new washer, or external window frames that could do with a clean and reseal. We offer a full range of residential maintenance services across Melbourne's west, so you can book multiple jobs in one visit and save on travel costs.

Related services include:

Lawn Mowing — fortnightly or monthly cuts, edging, and green waste removal
Handyman — tap repairs, door adjustments, picture hanging, minor repairs
Window Cleaning — inside and out, frames and sills included
Pressure Washing — driveways, paths, decks, and external walls
Gardening — weeding, mulching, hedge trimming, garden bed maintenance
Flatpack Assembly — furniture, shelving, cubby houses, and gym equipment

Bundling services often reduces the overall cost, and it's one less tradie to organise. Mention any other work you need when you fill in the form, and we'll include it in the quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does bathroom caulking take to dry before I can use the shower?

Most neutral-cure silicones we use are touch-dry in 30–60 minutes, but full water exposure should wait 24 hours for proper curing. If your bathroom has good ventilation and it's a warm day, you can sometimes shower carefully after 12 hours, but we recommend waiting the full day to avoid displacing the fresh bead or trapping moisture underneath.

Can you remove black mould from silicone or does it need replacing?

Once mould has penetrated silicone, surface cleaning with bleach or mould remover won't fix it—the discolouration and spores are embedded in the sealant. The only permanent solution is complete removal and replacement with fresh, mould-resistant silicone. We also treat the underlying surfaces with anti-mould solution before reapplying to reduce the chance of early regrowth.

Do you use the same silicone for kitchens, bathrooms, and windows?

No—each area needs a different product. Wet areas like showers and baths get neutral-cure, mould-resistant bathroom silicone. Kitchens often use the same, especially around sinks. Window frames and external joints require weather-resistant, UV-stable silicone that flexes with temperature changes. Internal gaps around architraves and skirting boards are better suited to paintable acrylic gap fillers, which can be wiped smooth and painted over.

Will new silicone stick to tiles that are slightly loose?

Silicone won't re-bond loose tiles—it seals joints, not structural gaps. If tiles are moving, water is likely already getting behind them, which will cause the new silicone to fail within months. We'll point out any loose tiles when we assess the job and recommend re-bedding or re-grouting those areas first. Trying to seal over movement just delays the real repair and wastes your money.

How often should silicone be replaced in a rental property?

Most silicone in well-maintained bathrooms lasts 5–8 years before it starts shrinking, cracking, or developing mould that won't clean off. In rental properties with high tenant turnover or poor ventilation, it's common to reseal every 3–5 years as part of routine maintenance between leases. Regular inspections help catch early deterioration before water damage spreads to walls or subfloors.

Get a Quote Today

If you're tired of scrubbing mouldy silicone that never looks clean, or you've noticed water pooling where it shouldn't, it's time for professional re-caulking. Fill in the form on this page with details of your job—bathroom, kitchen, windows, or any combination—and we'll call you back with a fixed-price quote and available times. Most jobs across Melbourne's western suburbs can be booked within a week, with urgent work prioritised where possible. No phone tag, no vague estimates—just a straightforward quote and a booking that suits your schedule.