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External & façade joints in Shiplake, Oxfordshire
Movement joints in Shiplake need attention? We cut out the old, prepare the joints and apply the right sealant.
- Failed sealant between panels on a façade
- Sealant that has lost its bond to the brick or render
- Damp patches traced to an open external joint
Walls and rooflines in Shiplake
Historic houses like Greys Court (about 4.1 miles north-west) are a reminder that the area around Shiplake has older buildings as well as new. Where a home is older, older brick and stone need a sealant that suits them, at the right joint depth. 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.
Schools such as Shiplake Church of England School are buildings too, and larger buildings have long runs of movement joint that eventually need resealing. If you let a flat or house near Wargrave station, failed wall and movement joints let damp in, so they’re worth checking between tenancies.
Shiplake is about 3 miles north of Woodley, in Oxfordshire. Homes, rented property, offices and hotels in Shiplake is covered for external mastic. Every job comes with our 12-month guarantee. Shiplake is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we work for external mastic.
Our applicators cover all of RG9 for external mastic. We also cover Charvil (2 miles south), Twyford (2 miles south-east), Ruscombe (2 miles south-east), Hare Hatch (2 miles east) and The Holt (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Benson (12 miles north-west), Chinnor (14 miles north), Tilehurst (7 miles south-west), Wallingford (12 miles north-west), Little Heath (7 miles west) and Oakley (14 miles north).
Local landmarks in Shiplake
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Plough pub, Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School and Loddon Nature Reserve. For rail, the closest station is Wargrave station, about 0.9 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Royal Berkshire Hospital (4.2 miles south-west) and Frazer Nash Archives (2.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include South Lake and Sonning Hill.
External mastic in Shiplake, done properly
Low-level joints can normally be done from the ground. For joints higher up, give us some details of the building and we will confirm what’s needed to reach them safely. If you are dealing with brick movement joints where the sealant has split and old sealant gone brittle and cracked, we can help.
Somewhere as small as Shiplake, homes and farm buildings often face open ground, where walls and rooflines take the weather head on. Gutter joints and wall joints there need a sealant that can flex and stay put.
Your job is guaranteed for a year, as with all our work.
- Location
- Shiplake (RG9)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
How to look after the new joints
Simple care keeps the joints in good condition. We recommend:
- Ask before painting over external sealant
- Act on the first splits you see
- Walk round the building once a year and look at the joints
- Avoid pressure-washing directly into sealant joints
Keep pressure washers away from the sealant. A strong jet can damage the edges of the bead over time.
Once a joint can’t move, the wall finds another way, often as cracks near the joint. Resealing it early helps prevent that.
What we are called out for in Shiplake
UV, rain and frost all age exterior sealant. In time it goes hard, crazes on the surface and stops stretching, so the joint eventually tears or comes away from one side.
It’s worth asking for a quote if you see:
- Plants rooting in failed movement joints
- Movement joints filled with mortar instead of sealant
- Leaking joints around cladding and façade panels
- Damp patches traced to an open external joint
Homes close to Church of St Peter and St Paul include some older properties, and the joints between older walls, newer extensions and the roofline need a sealant that can move.
What to look for in a quote
- How much experience the applicator has
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
- Which colour the sealant will be
- What guarantee comes with the work
Shiplake: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Shiplake?
Yes, we do. Our work covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you cover Shiplake for external mastic?
Yes. Our work covers London and the South East, and Shiplake is part of that. Just ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with a few details of the job.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often happy for the work to be arranged.
How often do external joints need resealing?
That depends on the wall, the weather and the movement. Look for splits, hardening or edges coming away.
Why do you put foam in the joint first?
We fit closed-cell backing rod wherever the joint depth needs controlling. It controls the depth and stops the sealant bonding to the back.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes. There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job, large or small.
Can landlords and businesses book you?
Yes, regularly. Several properties can be quoted together.
How long should I leave it?
That depends on the sealant used, so follow the cure time we give you.
How it works
When we get to you, we check the joints match what you told us. If we find something unexpected, we talk it through with you first. After that, the work takes a few hours for a handful of joints, longer for a whole elevation. Somewhere like Shiplake needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. Everything for the job comes with us, so a second trip is avoided where possible.
- Each joint is checked and the colour of the new sealant agreed.
- Failed sealant is removed back to clean, sound faces.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
- Tell us about any water getting in
- Clear items away from the joints we’re working on
How to get a quote
To get a quote, phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with the location and a short description of the problem. We will give you a clear quote before any work starts.
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Can I do it myself?
What a professional job adds is preparation and the right product. Joints are cleaned back to sound surfaces and dried, and the sealant is chosen for how the joint moves and where it is, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
A DIY attempt does not rule out a professional job. We cut it out and start again, so just mention it when you contact us.
For landlords and businesses
We also work for property managers and facilities teams in Shiplake and across Oxfordshire. We can quote a run of properties together, and we’re fully insured.
From a single let to a portfolio, the work is the same standard: the old material taken out, careful preparation and a 12-month guarantee.
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What else we do in Shiplake
What affects the cost of external mastic
Jobs vary more than people expect. The main factors:
- The product the joint needs
- Mould in or behind the old joints
- The number and length of the joints
- How many areas need sealing
We do not show prices on the website, because the cost depends so much on the job itself. Call for a quick quote and we will talk you through it.
Asking for a quote
Photos help, but a description is a good start. Try to tell us:
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
- The problem you’ve noticed
- How we’d reach the joints
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
For external mastic in Shiplake, call 0345 464 0079 or email us. A short description of the job and where it is helps us quote, and we will agree the price before any work begins.
What happens if it’s left?
Water gets in through a failed movement joint, behind render and cladding. Resealing early keeps the job to the joint itself, instead of the wall and finishes around it. Older cottages and farmhouses around Shiplake can have timber floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
Leaving a failed joint usually makes the job bigger, not smaller, as water and mould keep getting in. If you’re unsure, ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we will give you an honest view and a quote.
Why book with us
- White, clear, grey or coloured to suit, where the product allows
- Every job guaranteed for a year
- We agree the colour with you first
- Sealant colour chosen to suit
Take a look at what affects the cost and customer reviews.