Hampshire · England
External & façade joints in Bailey's Hard, Hampshire
Problem with your movement joints in Bailey's Hard? We cut out the old, prepare the joints and apply the right sealant.
- Hard, crazed mastic that has stopped moving
- Failed sealant between panels on a façade
- Weeds or debris growing in open joints
About our external mastic in Bailey's Hard
A movement joint is only as good as its depth. Backing rod controls how deep the sealant goes and keeps it off the back of the joint, so it bonds to the two sides only and can stretch. If you have old sealant gone brittle and cracked and cracked joints where brick meets render or frames, we can help.
Somewhere as small as Bailey's Hard, homes and farm buildings often face open ground, so walls and rooflines take the full force of wind and rain. Gutter joints and wall joints there need a sealant that can flex and stay put.
All our work comes with a 12-month guarantee.
- Location
- Bailey's Hard (SO42)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Why deal with it now?
Running new sealant over the old bead rarely lasts. The new layer can’t bond properly to old, weathered material, so we always take the old sealant out. Where a wall is exposed, as many are in small places like Bailey's Hard, wind-driven rain gets into any failed joint, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Some things make a job bigger or smaller: the old material and how easily it comes out, any mould to treat, and whether we need extra access for height. Your quote takes all of that into account.
Why book with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Anti-fungal sanitary silicone in wet areas
- Approved under the ARBOMaster scheme
- White, clear, grey or coloured to suit, where the product allows
Take a look at our cost guide and our reviews.
Should I try it myself first?
A DIY attempt doesn’t rule out a professional job. We cut it out and start again.
If you’re set on DIY, put the effort into preparation: remove every trace of old sealant, clean and dry the joint, and follow the product’s cure time. If it fails, we can still redo it.
How the visit works
Most of a good job is in the preparation, and we do not rush it. Joints are cleaned back and dried before anything new goes in. All told, the work takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the building. Somewhere like Bailey's Hard needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. Everything for the job comes with us, so a second trip is avoided where possible.
- We look at every joint and agree a colour to suit the wall.
- We take out the old sealant until the faces are sound.
- Closed-cell backing rod is pushed in so the sealant bonds to two sides only.
- Primer is applied wherever the sealant needs it.
- We gun in low-modulus sealant and tool it neatly.
Getting ready for the visit
- Plan for the work area to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any parking rules near the property
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
Ask for a quote
Quotes start with a quick conversation. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is, and we’ll explain how we’d tackle it. When it suits you, call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
Advice
Towns and villages near Bailey's Hard
What else we do in Bailey's Hard
Walls and rooflines in Bailey's Hard
Bailey's Hard is within about 2 miles of the coast, where wind-driven rain is a fact of life and, nearer the shore, so is salt air. That’s hard on movement joints and outside wall joints, especially on the side facing the sea. London and the South East are among the drier parts of the UK, yet outdoor joints still have to be sealed dry, so jobs are booked with the weather in mind.
Rented homes near Beaulieu Road station change hands often, and outside joints that have cracked can let damp into a rental, so check them between lets. In the older streets around Church of the Blessed Virgin and Child, an extension built onto an older house moves differently, and the joint between them takes the strain.
Bailey's Hard is about 4 miles south-west of Hythe, in Hampshire. Our applicators cover external mastic for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Bailey's Hard and nearby. Our Hampshire coverage runs to 683 places, and Bailey's Hard is one of them. We also work in Southampton, around 8 miles away.
Work in SO42 is quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover The Hummicks (1 mile north-east), Beaulieu (1 mile north-west), East Boldre (1 mile west), Furzey Lodge (2 miles west) and Dibden Purlieu (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Gosport (13 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north), Fareham (11 miles east), Totton (8 miles north), Chandler's Ford (12 miles north) and Hedge End (9 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Bailey's Hard
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Montagu Arms and the streets around them. Bailey's Hard’s nearest station is Beaulieu Road station, about 4.2 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (1.1 miles north-west) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (5.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Bailey's Hard include Boldre Foreshore.
When to call us in Bailey's Hard
Many joints fail because they were sealed too deep or with nothing behind them. Sealant bonded to three sides has nowhere to go and rips as the joint opens.
The most common problems we see are:
- Failed seals between different materials
- Joints where the bead has come unstuck
- Failed sealant between panels on a façade
- Joints pointed up with cement by mistake
Managing a site like Beaulieu Village Primary School? Then its movement joints, gutters and trims need looking after like any other building’s.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which colour the sealant will be
- Whether they’re fully insured
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
- How the surfaces are prepared before sealing
What we can’t put right
Honest advice matters more to us than a booking, so here’s what sealant can’t fix:
- Movement that is more than a sealant joint can take
- Failed render or damaged cladding panels
- Cutting new joints into brickwork, which is building work rather than sealant work
Not sure which it is? You can call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Surfaces we seal
- Façade panels
- Brickwork movement joints
- Render & cladding joints
- Joints between brick and frames
- Copings & trims
- Concrete & block
Aftercare tips
So the new joints stay in good condition:
- Fix overflowing gutters above sealed joints
- Tell anyone working on the walls about the movement joints
- Leave the joints unpainted unless we’ve said otherwise
- Check external joints each spring
Avoid pressure-washing straight into the joints. High-pressure water can lift the edges over time.
An open movement joint lets rain into the wall every time it pours. Over time it can mean damp inside, stained render or frost-damaged brick.
Common questions in Bailey's Hard
Does living near the coast affect external mastic in Bailey's Hard?
Near the coast, wind-driven rain and, nearer the shore, salt air make outside sealant work harder. Choosing the right sealant for the frame and wall, laid at the right depth, helps it last.
Do you cover smaller places like Bailey's Hard?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you use backing rod?
Backing rod goes into deeper joints as a matter of course. It controls the depth and stops the sealant bonding to the back.
Can you work on commercial sites?
Yes. We work in offices, washrooms, hotels and other commercial premises. We can talk about working times when we quote.
Can you seal joints between render and window frames?
Yes. Materials like render, brick, metal and uPVC all move differently, so the joint between them must be flexible. The sealant is matched to both sides.
Do you take out the old sealant first?
Always. Sealing over the old bead is the commonest cause of early failure, and it’s something we never do.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course. Combining jobs makes good use of the visit, so mention them when you ask for a quote.
Is there any odour?
Possibly a little. It fades as the sealant cures, and ventilation helps.
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
Businesses can book us for washrooms, kitchens, offices and more. On commercial sites, working times can be discussed when we quote.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, what’s needed and the access arrangements and we will quote.