Our Specialists Restored a Shower in Sewickley with Their Top-Notch Caulking Services

December 16, 2024

After years of hands-on maintenance, a homeowner in Sewickley finally started to see the signs of decay on his shower stall. Beyond the mold on the ceramic walls, the caulk on the seams was severely cracked, making way for the worst effects of moisture buildup. Because of this, most of the grout was stained in some way, and the homeowner feared the outcome if any other part of it got loose.


It was obvious that regular cleaners wouldn't counter the issue when they'd failed at removing the first few traces of embedded dirt. The homeowner had some reservations about trusting a stranger with his shower's structural integrity, but Sir Grout Pittsburgh silenced all his concerns once he got to read about success stories in the area. Following his online research, the homeowner reached out to us via phone call and scheduled an appointment with our caulking service in Sewickley.

At his request, our experts went to the homeowner's place two days after the day. The client took them to the shower and explained his latest attempts to prevent the accumulation of mold on the grout. His cleaning efforts could be seen on the bathtub's pristine ceramic surface, but as a whole, the shower still looked dull and neglected. The damage to the grout was extensive, spanning all the horizontal seams and the grout lines below the water line. The cracked surface had absorbed a lot of water, making way for the growth of mold and the discoloration of the grout.

The best way to deal with the problem was with a thorough caulking service; the seams needed to be restored to prevent structural damage, and our techs confirmed that their professional equipment could clean the shower and revamp the grout on the same day. The client immediately jumped at the chance, scheduling a new appointment after thanking our crew for their assistance during the evaluation.

On the agreed-upon date, he welcomed our team back into the house, where they began working on the shower right away. The first step was removing all traces of mold and soap scum, so our specialists used a surface-safe cleaner on the walls, the tub, and all the grout lines in the shower stall.

After dealing with all the embedded dirt, our techs carefully detached the old grout, making their way from the seams to each of the walls. They regrouted the surface with waterproof epoxy mix, a non-porous solution that would keep mold from seeping into the seams and behind the tiles. Our experts used different colors on the walls and the horizontal joints to match the ceramic tiles and the white bathtub, respectively, providing maximum protection to withstand the effects of wear and tear. This thorough re-caulking job completely transformed the client's shower area, making it look classy and inviting.

Needless to say, the homeowner was in awe after seeing the end result, marveling at the tiles' beauty and the quality of our grout restoration service. He promised to share his experience with more people in Sewickley since he knew of many acquaintances who were still stuck with the mold on their own shower surfaces.

With the restoration complete, our techs were ready to put away their equipment, but first, they shared some additional tips with the client. They explained that regular cleaners are a constant source of stress for homeowners because they wind up trapping the dirt on porous surfaces like ceramic tile and cement-based grout. PH-neutral formulas like Sir Grout's Natural Hard Surface Cleaner are an improvement on all ends because they leave no soapy residue to keep the dirt stuck to the surface, and their effectiveness surpasses most generic products by a landslide. Our cleaner quickly removes the stains caused by soap, the minerals in hard water, and even the stickiness left by mold and mildew. It's also free of toxic fumes, so your chores are much safer for you and the people nearby.

We also recommend making a habit of wiping out any pools of water left in the shower, preferably with non-abrasive tools like a towel or a squeegee. This, along with good indoor ventilation, helps prevent bad odors and the growth of mold around the corner joints. Opening the windows and doors is also a simple way to fight the effects of moisture buildup on bathroom surfaces.

If you're unhappy with the appearance of our shower, contact Sir Grout Pittsburgh and our techs will be happy to assist you. We specialize in the restoration of tile and grout surfaces, so our results not only look amazing but also stand the test of time. Just call (412) 960-6310 or schedule a free quote online to request an appointment. And don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter so you don't miss our latest promotions and updates.