Isle of Wight · England
Gatcombe Fire Rated Sealant
Specialist fire rated sealant for Gatcombe: the right sealant, proper preparation and a neat finish. Call for a quick quote.
- Cracked or shrunken fire-rated sealant
- Linear gaps at the head of walls
- Open holes round services passing through fire walls
When it is not the sealant
We will not take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Doors that aren’t fire doors in the first place
- Assessing a building’s fire safety
- Construction that doesn’t provide fire resistance on its own
Not sure which it is? You can phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Surfaces we seal
- Service penetrations
- Flats & HMOs
- Plasterboard & masonry
- Door frames
- Linear gaps
- Pipe & cable gaps
Fire rated sealant in Gatcombe
We often work from an action list drawn up by a fire risk assessor for buildings in Gatcombe. If you share the list, we can quote for the gaps that need fire-rated sealant. If you’re dealing with new service routes left unsealed after building work and joints picked up in a fire-stopping survey, we can put it right, on door frames, flats & HMOs and linear gaps alike.
Somewhere as small as Gatcombe, commercial jobs tend to be pubs, holiday lets, farm buildings or halls rather than offices. Each still needs sound sealant in its washrooms and kitchens, and fire-rated joints where services pass through walls.
Your job is guaranteed for a year, as with all our work.
- Location
- Gatcombe (PO30)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Quote
- A clear quote up front
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Can I do it myself?
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that’s fine. We cut it out and start again, so just mention it when you contact us.
The biggest DIY mistake is sealing over old sealant. Silicone does not stick to old silicone, so it peels away and traps moisture behind it. Everything old must be removed first.
For landlords and businesses
A neglected joint can let water reach the structure, which is a bigger problem in a rented property. Keeping joints in good order is simple maintenance.
We also work for businesses, from offices to washrooms and kitchens. On commercial sites, working times can be discussed when we quote.
Different surfaces, different methods
Flats and HMOs
In occupied buildings, we plan the order of work with you. We agree access to each flat and the common parts before we start to keep disruption down.
Plasterboard walls
Plasterboard partitions are common in flats, offices and conversions. We use a product tested in that kind of wall.
How the visit works
On the day, there’s very little for you to do. Show us the job and we will take it from there. The job generally takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on how many gaps there are, including the tidy-up. Somewhere as small as Gatcombe, access is often the only tricky part. If the job is outside, mention outbuildings, exposed walls and how to reach them.
- Before starting, we go through the specification or action list with you.
- We measure every gap and note what it’s in and what passes through.
- Unsuitable material such as ordinary foam or silicone is cut out.
- We fit backing where needed and apply the fire-rated sealant to depth.
- Every location is recorded with the product used.
Getting ready for the visit
- Where the joints are inside, avoid wetting them before we arrive
- Tell us if parking is tricky
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
Ask for a quote
For a quick quote, get us on the phone, or email us if that’s easier. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we’ll talk you through the work and send you a clear quote.
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Do you need fire rated sealant in Gatcombe?
Sometimes the wrong product was used from the start: general-purpose foam, everyday silicone or caulk in a place that needed a tested fire seal. It may look fine, but it is not a fire-rated seal.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Sealant items on a fire risk assessment action list
- Damaged fire sealant left by other trades
- Unsealed gaps where pipes and cables go through a wall
- Fire seals that have cracked with movement
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Chillerton and Rookley Primary School, service openings in fire-resisting walls need checking after any refurbishment.
Before you book anyone
- What preparation is included
- What the cure time is
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
- Which sealant they’ll use, and why
Looking after it afterwards
So the new joints stay in good condition:
- Keep pictures of seals that will be hidden
- Allow for resealing whenever new services are run
- Keep the record of products and locations with your fire safety documents
- Check risers, ceiling voids and cupboards during building checks
Do not drill through or remove a fire seal without putting it back properly. If you need new services through a sealed wall, plan the fire stopping as part of the job.
Small gaps around services are simple to deal with while there are only a few. Over time, more work adds more holes and the job gets bigger.
Towns and villages near Gatcombe
Also in Gatcombe
Workplaces and buildings in Gatcombe
Workplaces and the common parts of blocks of flats in England need a fire risk assessment under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, which is often where open fire-stopping gaps are first noticed. We work to the specification you’re given, installing the product to its tested details.
Community buildings like St. Olave's Church are part of the picture too: gaps around pipes and cables are worth checking after any building work there.
Gatcombe is about 2 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Whether you are in the middle of Gatcombe or further out, fire rated sealant is available for homes and businesses alike. Across the Isle of Wight, we cover 125 places, Gatcombe among them. You can also see our page for Portsmouth, about 14 miles away.
Every address in PO30 is within our area for fire rated sealant. Whether your property is on Gatcombe Road, Rectory Lane and Newbarn Lane or anywhere close by, our applicators can take on the job. Other places close to Gatcombe include Chillerton (1 mile south), Plaish (2 miles north-west), Clatterford (2 miles north), Bowcombe (2 miles north-west) and Carisbrooke (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ryde (8 miles north-east), Cowes (6 miles north), Sandown (6 miles east), Shanklin (6 miles east), Ventnor (6 miles south-east) and East Cowes (6 miles north). Island and remote addresses take a little more planning, so tell us where you are when you ask for a quote.
Around Gatcombe
Around Gatcombe, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Christ The King College, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find Carisbrooke Castle (1.6 miles north) and Isle of Wight Music Museum (2.5 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brighstone Down.
Gatcombe: your questions answered
Is there a guarantee on fire rated sealant in Gatcombe?
Every job comes with our 12-month guarantee, wherever it is. We’re fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
Can you do fire rated sealant in Gatcombe?
Yes. We work across London and the South East, and Gatcombe is part of that. Just phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with a few details of the job.
Is there any odour?
Sometimes, a little. It fades as the sealant cures.
What does intumescent mean?
Fire-rated is the broad term for sealants tested for fire stopping. Intumescent types expand when heated, and they’re one option among several. The specification and the tested detail decide which is used.
How do I get a quote for fire rated sealant in Gatcombe?
There’s no set price, as it depends on the job: its size, the old material, access and the product needed. We agree the price before any work begins.
Do you do fire sealant around door frames?
Yes. Gaps behind architraves are a common job for us. Doors, seals and closers need a door specialist.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it often makes sense. Doing several areas at once is generally more efficient, so mention them when you ask for a quote.
Do you certify the fire stopping?
We don’t issue ratings or certificates ourselves. What’s required is set by your assessor or designer, and the product’s tested details show what it achieves; we install to those details and record what we did.