Hampshire · England
Lyde Green External Mastic
Sealing brickwork movement joints, render, cladding and façade joints for householders, landlords and businesses in Lyde Green. ARBOMaster approved applicators, fully insured, with a 12-month guarantee.
- Joints where the bead has come unstuck
- Weeds or debris growing in open joints
- Leaking joints around cladding and façade panels
Walls and rooflines in Lyde Green
Historic houses like Stratfield Saye House (about 2.8 miles north) are a reminder that the area around Lyde Green has older buildings as well as new. In older buildings, older brick and stone need a sealant that suits them, at the right joint depth. Rainfall in the South East is lower than in much of the UK, but outside sealant still needs a dry, clean surface, so outdoor work is planned around the forecast.
Rented homes near Hook station change hands often, and failed wall and movement joints let damp in, so they’re worth checking between tenancies. Schools such as Whitewater Church of England Primary School are buildings too, and larger buildings have long runs of movement joint that eventually need resealing. If you live in an older home near Rotherwick Church, older walls, gutters and the joints where extensions meet them need a flexible sealant.
Lyde Green is about 6 miles north-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Jobs in Lyde Green get the same care as everywhere else we work: old sealant removed completely, careful preparation and a 12-month guarantee. We cover 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. For nearby work, see our Reading page (10 miles or so).
Here we cover the RG27 postcode area for external mastic. Nearby, we also carry out external mastic in Rotherwick (1 mile south-east), Mattingley (2 miles east), Hound Green (2 miles north-east), Heckfield (2 miles north-east) and Hazeley (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (6 miles south-west), Farnborough (9 miles east), Fleet (7 miles east), Aldershot (11 miles south-east), Alton (11 miles south) and Yateley (7 miles east).
Landmarks near Lyde Green
In Lyde Green, that means homes and buildings near Coach And Horses Public House. The closest station to Lyde Green is Hook station, about 2.2 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include West Green House Agricultural Museum (2.3 miles east) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (5.8 miles west). Not far away are The Mill Field and Dogmersfield Lake.
External mastic for homes and businesses in Lyde Green
A movement joint is a deliberate break that lets a wall expand and contract. The sealant in it has to stretch and squeeze for years, and when it fails, the wall takes the strain and water finds a way in. If you’re dealing with panel joints letting water in and weathered mastic that no longer stretches, we can help, whatever the surface.
Around Lyde Green, older buildings can be stone, brick or timber-framed, many with extensions added later. Where one material meets another is where water usually gets in.
Every job is covered by our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Hampshire.
- Where
- Lyde Green (RG27)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Quoted before any work starts
- Phone
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Quotes for external mastic in Lyde Green
Call for a quick quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The product the joint needs
- Any mould that needs treating
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
A few things move the cost up or down: 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.
What to tell us for a quote
There’s no need for technical detail. Just tell us:
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- The type of property
- Whether it has been sealed before
- A few photos by email, if you can
We quote each job on its own, so start by telling us what you need. Just ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the details, and photos are welcome.
DIY versus a professional finish
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that’s fine. We remove it and do the joint properly.
Too much sealant is as bad as too little. A heavy bead looks messy and copes badly with movement, and getting the depth right matters as much as the look.
Aftercare tips
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- Keep high-pressure jets off the joints
- Check external joints each spring
- Leave the joints unpainted unless we have said otherwise
- Act on the first splits you see
Have a quick look at the joints each spring. Splits, gaps at the edges or plants in the joint are early warning signs.
If you can see gaps, plants or bare sections in a joint, have it checked. Earlier resealing means a smaller job and a better result.
Towns and villages near Lyde Green
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Honest limits
Some problems need a builder, plumber or other trade rather than us:
- Render that is blown, hollow or coming away
- Cracks in the bricks or render themselves, away from the joints
- Cutting new joints into brickwork, which is building work rather than sealant work
If in doubt, call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will say what we think.
Where we work in Lyde Green
- Brickwork movement joints
- Joints between brick and frames
- Concrete & block
- Façade panels
- Copings & trims
- Render & cladding joints
FAQs for Lyde Green
Is Lyde Green within the area you cover?
Yes, Lyde Green is covered. We work across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you work for landlords with property near Hook station?
Yes. We work for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. You can phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with the details for a clear quote.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes. Each job is guaranteed for twelve months, large or small.
Are you ARBOMaster approved?
Yes. We’re ARBOMaster approved, the scheme for applicators of Arbo sealants.
Can a movement joint be filled with mortar?
No, not where the gap is a movement joint. Pointing it stops it working, and the wall may crack nearby. We will reseal it with a flexible sealant.
Can you do several jobs on one visit?
Yes. Just list everything you need.
Why do you put foam in the joint first?
Backing rod controls the sealant depth and keeps it off the back of the joint. That way it bonds to the two sides only and can stretch.
How often do external joints need resealing?
There’s no fixed answer: joints on exposed walls or with a lot of movement age sooner. Check them each year and reseal when they split or harden. Our work comes with a 12-month guarantee.
What happens on the day
Good joint work is mostly preparation, and we do not rush it. Every joint is cleaned and dried before new material goes in. All told, the work takes a few hours for a handful of joints, longer for a whole elevation. Somewhere like Lyde Green needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. We bring what the job needs, so it can be finished in one trip where possible.
- First, the joints are inspected and the access agreed.
- Every bit of old sealant and any mortar or debris is cut out.
- The faces are brushed clean and primed where the product requires it.
- We fit closed-cell backing rod to control the depth.
- We apply the sealant, tool it and check the whole run.
Preparing for the visit
- Plan for the work area to be out of bounds to pets and children
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
How to get a quote
Call for a quick quote, or send an email if you’d rather. Describe what needs sealing and we’ll talk you through the work and give you a clear quote.
Advice
For landlords and businesses
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Tell us the address, the job and how access works.
For anyone letting property in or around Lyde Green, several properties can go on one quote. Just tell us the addresses and what each one needs.
Why act early in Lyde Green
Resealing a run of joints in one go is generally better than patching one at a time. They’ve weathered the same way. Older cottages and farmhouses around Lyde Green can have timber floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
Instead of a standard rate, we price the job in front of us: how many joints, what’s in them now and how we reach them. You’ll know the price before we begin.
What you get with us
- We leave the area clean and tidy
- Fully insured
- Colour agreed with you before work begins
- Every job guaranteed for a year
Take a look at our cost guide and our reviews.