Surrey · England
Margery Fire Rated Sealant
Our applicators work in Margery on intumescent and fire-rated sealant around gaps, frames and service penetrations. Old sealant removed completely, joints prepared properly.
- Gaps filled with a product that is not fire-rated
- Fire seals that have cracked with movement
- Unsealed gaps around fire door frames
Fire rated sealant in Margery
Intumescent sealant looks much like any other sealant until it gets hot; then it swells to help close the gap. The right product depends on the gap size, the substrate and what passes through, so we follow the tested detail for each one. If you have open joints along the top of partitions and unsealed gaps where pipes and cables go through a wall, we can help, whatever the surface.
For holiday lets, converted business premises or a community building near Margery, the washrooms, kitchens and any fire-rated joints need the same care as a big site.
We guarantee the work for a year. If something isn’t right with it in that time, tell us and we’ll put it right.
- Place
- Margery (KT20)
- Region
- Surrey
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- A clear price before work begins
- Phone
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Why deal with it now?
For some gaps, sealant isn’t the right answer and another system is needed. Big openings, bundles of cables and plastic pipes may need batts, collars or wraps instead. If a gap isn’t suitable for sealant, we’ll tell you. Older cottages and farmhouses around Margery 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
- Over 20 years’ experience
- We leave the area clean and tidy
- We never seal over old sealant
- Approved under the ARBOMaster scheme
How to look after the new joints
Good habits help new joints last longer. Our tips:
- Keep photos of seals that will be hidden
- Report cracked or damaged seals as soon as you notice them
- Store the list of sealed gaps with your building paperwork
- Allow for resealing whenever new services are run
Follow the cure time we give you before decorating over the sealant. Some fire-rated sealants can be painted and some cannot and we’ll tell you which one you have.
Open gaps don’t only matter in a fire: noise, draughts and even pests can come through too. Dealing with them early helps with all of these.
DIY sealant or a professional job?
Not every job suits DIY: work at height, external movement joints, fire-rated sealant and large areas call for the right materials, safe access and experience.
Overfilling a joint is a classic DIY mistake. A heavy bead looks messy and copes badly with movement, and getting the depth right matters as much as the look.
When to call us in Margery
Buildings are refitted and reconfigured over the years. A house turned into flats or an HMO, or an office split into smaller units, brings new walls, new service routes and new gaps.
Common reasons people contact us are:
- Gaps flagged on a fire risk assessment
- Gaps where walls meet ceilings or slabs
- New service routes left unsealed after building work
- Open gaps behind door architraves
For landlords with property near Reigate station, any gap left by new services in shared walls should be closed with a fire-rated product.
What your quote should include
- What product goes in the joint
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
- How the colour is chosen
- How long to leave it before use
Commercial buildings in Margery
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.
If you look after a church, hall or community building such as Church of Jesus Christ and the Wisdom of God, older buildings that have had new heating or wiring often have service gaps worth checking. Managing a site like Kingswood Primary School? Then gaps opened by contractors for new cabling are a common finding in schools and offices.
Margery is about 2 miles north of Reigate, in Surrey. Jobs in Margery get the same care as everywhere else we work: the old material taken out, joints prepared properly and a 12-month guarantee. Our area takes in 395 places across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. For nearby work, see our Crawley page, about 10 miles away.
Every address in KT20 is covered for fire rated sealant, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Manor Lane, Margery Lane and Mint Lane, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Margery: Mogador (1 mile west), Lower Kingswood (1 mile north-west), Reigate (2 miles south), Kingswood (2 miles north) and Walton on the Hill (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Epsom (6 miles north-west), Horley (6 miles south), Ewell (7 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (12 miles north-west), Caterham (5 miles east) and Dorking (6 miles west).
Local landmarks in Margery
Around Margery, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Reigate Manor Hotel, Reigate College and Castle Grounds, among other places. Margery’s nearest station is Reigate station, roughly 1.4 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find East Surrey Hospital (3.4 miles south-east) and The Belfry (2.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near Margery include Colley Hill and Reigate Heath.
What affects the cost of fire rated sealant
We quote each job individually. This is what makes a difference:
- Mould in or behind the old joints
- The product the joint needs
- Any working-time requirements on site
- Access and height
A failed joint rarely gets cheaper to fix by waiting, because water and mould keep working on it. If you’re unsure, call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we will give you an honest view and a quote.
What to tell us for a quote
When you call or email, it’s useful to know:
- Whether it has been sealed before
- Roughly how big the job is
- The type of property
- Photos by email, if that’s easy
Want a quote for fire rated sealant? Please call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and tell us about the job. We’ll explain what we’d do and give you a clear quote before work begins.
Different surfaces, different methods
Linear gaps
A linear joint may need to allow for movement as well as fire. The product and depth are chosen to suit both, following the tested detail.
Masonry and concrete
Core-drilled and broken-out holes in concrete are often irregular. We measure the gap at its widest point to make sure it suits the product.
How it works
Once we are on site, we compare the joints with what we discussed. If anything is different, we explain it before carrying on. Most jobs then take from a few hours to a few days, depending on the number of gaps and the access. In a small place like Margery, access is generally the main thing to plan. For outside work, also let us know about exposed walls and any outbuildings involved.
- We go through the gaps on your list or survey and check each one’s size and substrate.
- Old or unsuitable sealant is cut out and the gap cleaned.
- Backing or fill is fitted where the product’s tested detail calls for it.
- The sealant goes in to the depth its detail sets, then it’s tooled off.
- We record the locations and products used for your records.
Before we arrive
- Where the joints are inside, avoid wetting them before we arrive
- Tell us about any water getting in
- On commercial sites, let us know about site rules
How to get a quote
There’s no standard price list. Instead, we give you a clear quote for your job. To arrange one, ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email.
Related advice
Questions from Margery
I let a flat near Reigate station. Can you help?
Yes, we work for landlords and letting agents. Just call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and tell us about the property, and we’ll give you a clear quote.
Is Margery within the area you cover?
Yes, Margery is covered. Our work covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you hold any approvals?
Yes. We are ARBOMaster approved, the scheme for applicators of Arbo sealants.
Are you insured?
Yes. We are fully insured for every job we do.
Will there be a smell?
It depends on the product. Some products have a noticeable smell, others very little, and any smell fades as they cure.
Do you provide details of the products used?
Yes. We record the locations we have sealed and the products used for your files.
Do you carry out fire risk assessments?
No. We follow the requirements from your assessor, designer or building control.
What fire rating will the seal have?
We do not give ratings or certificates for our work. The requirement comes from your assessor, designer or building control, and we apply a product tested for it with a record of each location.