Essex · England
Jack's Hatch Fire Rated Sealant
Our applicators work in Jack's Hatch on intumescent and fire-rated sealant around gaps, frames and service penetrations. Old sealant removed completely, joints prepared properly and every job guaranteed for a year.
- Damaged fire sealant left by other trades
- Standard silicone or caulk in a fire-stopping gap
- Open holes round services passing through fire walls
When something else is needed
Some problems need a builder, plumber or other trade rather than us:
- Doors that aren’t fire doors in the first place
- Certifying a building or signing off its fire safety
- Large holes that need a different fire-stopping system
If you are not sure, just ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Where we work in Jack's Hatch
- Flats & HMOs
- Linear gaps
- Plasterboard & masonry
- Door frames
- Pipe & cable gaps
- Service penetrations
How we handle fire rated sealant in Jack's Hatch
Later work by other trades often breaks through fire stopping, especially in flats, HMOs, offices and schools. A new cable run or a replaced pipe can leave an open hole behind. Those are the gaps we close, using a tested fire-rated product. We work on service penetrations, linear gaps and flats & HMOs, and people most often call us about gaps left after a refit or conversion and gaps where walls meet ceilings or slabs.
If you have holiday lets, a converted barn used for business or a community building near Jack's Hatch, washroom and kitchen sealant and any fire-rated joints need the same attention as anywhere.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If there’s a problem with it, please call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email.
- Location
- Jack's Hatch (CM16)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quote
- Quoted before any work starts
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Fire rated sealant around Jack's Hatch
In England, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires a fire risk assessment for workplaces and for the common parts of blocks of flats, which is often where open fire-stopping gaps are first noticed. We apply fire-rated sealant to the assessor’s or designer’s specification and the product’s tested details.
Rented homes near Roydon station change hands often, and new cables or pipes through a fire-resisting wall leave a gap that needs the right sealant. Managing a site like Water Lane Primary Academy? Then gaps opened by contractors for new cabling are a common finding in schools and offices.
Jack's Hatch is about 3 miles south-west of Harlow, in Essex. For fire rated sealant in and around Jack's Hatch, it’s easy to get a quote: please phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email. We cover Essex from our Crawley base, Jack's Hatch included. We cover 644 towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also work in London, around 18 miles away.
All of CM16 is covered for fire rated sealant, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find Jack's Hatch on the B181, so it’s easy for us to get to with everything needed for fire rated sealant. Neighbouring places we cover for fire rated sealant include Broadley Common (1 mile west), Epping Green (1 mile south), Tylerscross (1 mile north-west), Staple Tye (1 mile north-east) and Great Parndon (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Harlow (3 miles north-east), Brentwood (13 miles south-east), Loughton (6 miles south), Waltham Abbey (5 miles south-west), Great Dunmow (15 miles north-east) and Epping (3 miles south-east).
What’s near Jack's Hatch
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Travellers Friend pub, Nazeing Triangle and Stewards School. Jack's Hatch’s nearest station is Roydon station, about 3 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Harlow Mill (4.1 miles north-east) and Nazeing Glass Museum (3.3 miles west). For a walk, there’s Cheshunt Lake and Hunsdon Mead.
Looking after it afterwards
To keep the joints looking good and working properly:
- Store the list of sealed gaps with your building paperwork
- Include fire stopping when you schedule refits
- Report cracked or damaged seals as soon as you notice them
- Check risers, ceiling voids and cupboards during building checks
Look at the sealed gaps as part of your routine walk-rounds. Watch for cracking, gaps or seals that have been disturbed and have them put right.
If a fire risk assessment has flagged a gap, don’t leave it for the next one. Have it sealed, then keep the record so you can show it was dealt with.
Why it’s worth doing now in Jack's Hatch
An open gap in a fire-resisting wall is a route for smoke and fire. A proper seal lets the wall do its job again, and the sealing itself is often a contained piece of work. Older cottages and farmhouses around Jack's Hatch can have timber floors and frames, where water from a failed joint can cause rot if it’s left.
Doing several joints on one visit is usually more efficient than separate visits, so it’s worth mentioning everything you’d like done. You will get one clear quote for the whole job.
Why book with us
- Fully insured
- Trusted Arbo and Everbuild sealants
- Anti-fungal silicone where joints get wet
- Homes, businesses and hotels
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The process
Before we leave, we go over the finished joints with you. The visit itself usually takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on how many gaps there are, depending on how much there is to do. Somewhere as small as Jack's Hatch, access is often the only tricky part. For outside work, also let us know about exposed walls and any outbuildings involved.
- We plan the order of work and access, floor by floor or flat by flat.
- Old, damaged or unsuitable sealant is removed.
- Gaps are cleaned of dust and loose material.
- We apply and tool the sealant to the product’s tested detail.
- We record what was done and flag anything that needs a different system.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
- Move anything stored near the joints
Getting a quote
Want a quote for fire rated sealant? Please call 0345 464 0079 or email us with a few details. You will know what we plan to do, and what it will cost, before any work begins.
Related advice
Do you need fire rated sealant in Jack's Hatch?
Sealant applied too thin, without the backing its detail needs, or onto dust will not perform as it was tested. We see plenty of fire stopping that was hurried.
The most common problems we see are:
- Fire seals that have cracked with movement
- Open gaps behind door architraves
- Gaps around pipes and cables through fire-resisting walls
- Gaps filled with a product that isn’t fire-rated
Community buildings like St James with St Luke are part of the picture too: service openings in its walls need the right fire-rated sealant, as in any building.
What your quote should include
- What happens if they find a problem under the old sealant
- What product goes in the joint
- Whether you can choose the colour
- Who turns up on the day
What affects the cost of fire rated sealant
For a quick quote, just ask. The main things that affect it are:
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
- Access and height
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- The size of the job
The cost reflects the work involved, not guesswork. That’s why we ask a few questions first and give you a clear price before we start.
Helping us quote
What to tell us when you ask for a quote:
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- The rough size of the job
- The address or postcode of the job
There’s no standard price list, because every job is different. Instead, your job gets its own clear quote. To get started, phone 0345 464 0079 or email us.
Jack's Hatch questions
Do you work for landlords with property near Roydon station?
Yes. We work for landlords and agents as well as householders, and several properties can go on one quote. You can phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the details for a clear quote.
Can you do fire rated sealant in Jack's Hatch?
Yes. We work across London and the South East, and Jack's Hatch is part of that. Just call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with a few details of the job, and we will send you a clear quote.
Are you fully insured?
Yes. We are fully insured, and we have been doing sealant work for more than 20 years.
Do you seal gaps around fire door frames?
Yes, where the gap suits a sealant detail. We seal the frame-to-wall gap, not the door itself, and we’ll mention anything we notice about the door.
Can you tell me which gaps need fire stopping?
No. We follow the requirements from your assessor, designer or building control and install to the manufacturer’s details.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Yes, every time. New silicone doesn’t stick to old silicone, so the joint is cleaned back first.
Do you provide details of the products used?
Yes. Locations and products are written up when we finish. If you need pictures or a set layout, ask when you get a quote.
How long does fire rated sealant take?
As a guide, most jobs take anything from a few hours to several days, depending on how many gaps there are. Bigger jobs take longer, and we’ll say how long yours will take.
How the job changes by surface
Service penetrations
A copper pipe, a cable and a plastic pipe can all need different fire-stopping details. We follow the manufacturer’s tested detail for each, and tell you if sealant alone isn’t the right fix.
Linear gaps
A linear joint may need to allow for movement as well as fire. The product and depth are chosen to suit both.