Kent · England
External & façade joints in Stowting Common, Kent
Movement joints in Stowting Common need attention? We cut out the old, prepare the joints and apply the right sealant.
- Cracked joints where brick meets render or frames
- Hard, crazed mastic that has stopped moving
- Damp patches traced to an open external joint
External mastic in Stowting Common, done properly
Short cuts in external joints show up within a season or two. New sealant over old, joints packed with mortar and beads with no backing rarely last long. We take the old material out and do it properly. We work on concrete & block, render & cladding joints and brickwork movement joints, and the jobs we see most are movement joints with cracked, split or missing sealant and water getting into walls through failed joints.
External sealant needs dry, clean surfaces, so work around Stowting Common is planned for dry weather. Tell us about access to all sides of the building, including outbuildings and garages.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you are.
- Where
- Stowting Common (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Quote
- A clear price before work begins
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Honest limits
Some problems need a builder, plumber or other trade rather than us:
- Failed render or damaged cladding panels
- Cutting new joints into brickwork, which is building work rather than sealant work
- Movement that’s more than a sealant joint can take
Not sure which it is? You can phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Surfaces we seal
- Render & cladding joints
- Brickwork movement joints
- Joints between brick and frames
- Concrete & block
- Façade panels
- Copings & trims
For landlords and businesses
We work for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. Resealing between tenancies keeps a property looking cared for.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, what’s needed and the access arrangements and we’ll quote.
Also in Stowting Common
What affects the cost of external mastic
The quote reflects the job in front of us. We take into account:
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- The product the joint needs
- Any mould that needs treating
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
No two jobs are quite the same, so each one gets its own quote. Size, access and the product the joint needs all make a difference, and we will explain the quote if you ask.
What to tell us for a quote
Before you ask for a quote, have a think about:
- Any access issues, like height or stairs
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- If it’s domestic, commercial or a hotel
- Roughly how big the job is
It all starts with a short chat. Describe the problem, the location and the size of the job. Whenever you are ready, ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email.
Do you need external mastic in Stowting Common?
Sometimes a movement joint was filled with mortar or a rigid filler, often by someone who didn’t know what it was for. The joint cannot move, so the wall cracks somewhere else instead.
People normally contact us when they notice one of these:
- Panel joints letting water in
- Joints pointed up with cement by mistake
- Moss and dirt in joints with no sealant left
- Sealant pulling away from one side of the joint
Schools such as Stowting Church of England Primary School are buildings too, and movement joints, cladding joints and gutters on larger buildings need the same care as a house’s.
Comparing quotes
- When the joint can take water or movement
- Are they insured?
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
- What product goes in the joint
DIY sealant or a professional job?
The difference is mostly in the preparation and the product. We take joints back to clean, dry surfaces, and the sealant is matched to the joint and its conditions, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
A DIY attempt doesn’t rule out a professional job. We remove it and do the joint properly.
External mastic in Stowting Common: local notes
Historic houses like Westenhanger Castle (about 3.7 miles south) are a reminder that the area around Stowting Common has older buildings as well as new. Where a home is older, older walls and rooflines need a sealant that moves with them and suits the material. London and the South East are among the drier parts of the UK, but outside sealant still needs a dry, clean surface, so outdoor work is planned around the forecast.
Rented homes near Westenhanger station change hands often, and failed wall and movement joints let damp in, so they’re worth checking between tenancies. Homes close to Church of St Mary include some older properties, and old and new materials meet at the roofline and walls, which is where sealant earns its keep.
Stowting Common is about 6 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. Jobs in Stowting Common get the same care as everywhere else we work: old sealant removed completely, careful preparation and a one-year guarantee. Our area takes in 922 places across Kent. For nearby work, see our Chelmsford page, about 47 miles away.
Every address in TN25 is covered for external mastic. External mastic is available to properties on Brabourne Lane and Stowting Hill and the roads around them. Other places close to Stowting Common include Stowting (1 mile south), Hemsted (1 mile south-east), Skeete (2 miles south-east), Woodland (2 miles south-east) and Rhodes Minnis (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (7 miles west), Canterbury (9 miles north), Dover (12 miles east), Folkestone (7 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles north) and Faversham (13 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Stowting Common
Typical jobs here are in homes near Spong Wood, among other places. The nearest railway station is Westenhanger station, about 3.7 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (5.1 miles west). Open spaces near Stowting Common include Hatch Park and Tolsford Hill.
How the job changes by surface
Copings and trims
Copings expand and contract through the day, so a flexible sealant suits them best.
Concrete and blockwork
Concrete and block walls shrink as they dry and move with temperature. We reseal their joints with backing rod and a flexible product.
Your questions about external mastic in Stowting Common
Is Stowting Common within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest places. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Westenhanger station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for, and several properties can be quoted together. Just phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the address and what needs doing, and we will give you a clear quote.
What do you put in the joint?
It depends on the joint: sanitary silicone where it gets wet, and sealants suited to movement or weather elsewhere. We use products from Arbo and Everbuild.
Are you fully insured?
Yes. Full insurance covers our work.
Where are you based?
We work from Crawley. Our applicators cover Stowting Common, along with the rest of our area.
Can you match the colour of my brickwork?
The sealant colour is picked to suit the wall so the joint blends in. Exterior sealants come in a good range of colours.
How long does the job take?
It depends on the size of the job, but most jobs take a few hours for a handful of joints, longer for a whole elevation. We will tell you when we quote.
Are you an approved applicator?
Yes. We are approved under the ARBOMaster scheme, which is run for the Arbo sealant brand.
The process
Once we’re on site, we compare the joints with what we discussed. If anything is different, we explain it before carrying on. Most jobs then take a few hours for a handful of joints, longer for a whole elevation. In a small place like Stowting Common, access is usually the main thing to plan. For outside work, also let us know about exposed walls and any outbuildings involved.
- Each joint is checked and the colour of the new sealant agreed.
- 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.
- A low-modulus exterior sealant is gunned in and tooled to a neat finish.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Move anything stored near the joints
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
Ask for a quote
Call for a quick quote, or send an email if you’d rather. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we’ll explain what’s involved before giving you a price.