Hampshire · England
Fire-rated sealant in Springvale, Hampshire
We cover Springvale for 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.
- Linear gaps at the head of walls
- Gaps left after a refit or conversion
- Open holes round services passing through fire walls
About our fire rated sealant in Springvale
A fire seal relies on being installed the way it was tested: correct depth, correct backing and a product suited to the surfaces. That detail is what we take care over. We work on flats & HMOs, door frames and service penetrations, and people most often call us about open holes round services passing through fire walls and new service routes left unsealed after building work.
For a pub, café, guest house or shop in or near Springvale, its washrooms and kitchen need the same sealant care as any big building, and fire-rated sealant around service openings should be restored after new pipes or cables go through.
There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job, large or small.
- Location
- Springvale (SO23)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Quotes
- A clear price before work begins
- Phone
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Keeping the joints in good condition
So the new joints stay in good condition:
- Look in service cupboards and ceiling voids from time to time
- Tell trades working in the building that fire seals must be put back
- Store the list of sealed gaps with your building paperwork
- Check whether a sealant can be painted before decorating over it
Leave the sealant to cure fully before painting near it. Not every fire-rated sealant takes paint, so ask us which we used.
When you plan work that goes through walls or ceilings, plan the fire stopping too. Catching it then saves a separate visit later.
Quotes for fire rated sealant in Springvale
We do not publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. The quote depends on:
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- The size of the job
- How many areas need sealing
- How easy the joints are to reach
We do not show prices on the website, because each job is priced on what it involves. Call for a quick quote.
What we need to know
To make quoting easier, please include:
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
- The type of property
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
We quote each job on its own, so start by telling us what you need. Simply ring 0345 464 0079 or email us and describe the job, and photos are welcome.
Why act early in Springvale
An unsealed gap lets smoke and fire get round a wall that was built to hold them back. Sealing it properly restores what the wall was there to do, and the sealing itself is often a contained piece of work. Homes in smaller places like Springvale can face more weather, and failed outside joints let damp into walls. Inside, a split seal lets water into floors and panels just as it would anywhere.
Leaving a failed joint normally makes the job bigger, not smaller, because water and mould keep working on it. If you’re not sure whether it needs doing, ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will give you an honest view and a quote.
What you get with us
- An ARBOMaster approved applicator
- 180+ five-star Google reviews
- Homes, businesses and hotels
- Old sealant always removed completely
Read our cost guide or what customers say.
Common problems we fix in Springvale
Much fire stopping is hidden: in ceiling voids, service risers and behind boxing. Out of view, damage sits unnoticed until someone inspects.
The most common problems we see are:
- Cracked or shrunken fire-rated sealant
- Open gaps behind door architraves
- Standard silicone or caulk in a fire-stopping gap
- Linear gaps at the head of walls
Community buildings like St Mary's Church Hall are part of the picture too: service openings in its walls need the right fire-rated sealant, as in any building.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you can choose the colour
- Is VAT in the price?
- What the cure time is
- What preparation is included
Different surfaces, different methods
Door frames
A door can only do its job if the gap behind its frame is sealed too. We fill it with a fire-rated product suited to the materials either side.
Masonry and concrete
Masonry is dusty and porous, so preparation matters. The gap is cleaned and backed where required.
What sealant work can’t fix
New sealant can’t fix everything, and we’d rather say so up front. Sealant won’t put right:
- Construction that does not provide fire resistance on its own
- Issuing a fire rating or certificate for a building
- Fire risk assessments, which need a qualified assessor
Not sure which it is? You can phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will tell you honestly.
What we seal
- Plasterboard & masonry
- Door frames
- Flats & HMOs
- Pipe & cable gaps
- Service penetrations
- Linear gaps
How it works
You don’t need to clear the whole room or building before we come, only the area right around the joints. Everything nearby is protected, and the job takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on how many gaps there are for a typical job. Parking around Springvale is usually easier than in a town centre, but mention any lanes, gates or long drives. For outside work, side access and the height of the joints help us plan.
- We start with the survey or action list, checking the size and surfaces of every gap.
- Old or unsuitable sealant is cut out and the gap cleaned.
- We put in whatever backing or fill the product detail specifies.
- Fire-rated or intumescent sealant is applied to the right depth and tooled.
- We record the locations and products used for your records.
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep pets and children clear of the area while we work
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Tell us about any water getting in
How to get a quote
Quotes start with a quick conversation. Describe the problem, the location and the size of the job. Whenever you’re ready, phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
Advice
Fire rated sealant around Springvale
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 are given, installing the product to its tested details.
For landlords with property near Winchester station, new cables or pipes through a fire-resisting wall leave a gap that needs the right sealant. If you look after a building such as Kings Worthy Primary School, gaps opened by contractors for new cabling are a common finding in schools and offices.
Springvale is about 3 miles north of Winchester, in Hampshire. Anywhere in SO23, we can carry out fire rated sealant at your property. We cover 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 13 miles away.
We work across the SO23 postcode area for fire rated sealant. Whether your property is on Boyne Rise, Springvale Road and Forbes Road or a nearby road, our applicators can take on the job. Other places close to Springvale include Worthy Down (2 miles north-west), South Wonston (2 miles north-west), Stoke Charity (3 miles north), Hunton (4 miles north) and Sutton Scotney (4 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (14 miles north-east), Winchester (3 miles south), Eastleigh (9 miles south), Andover (11 miles north-west), Totton (15 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (9 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Springvale
Typical jobs here are in homes near Henry Beaufort School and The Cart And Horses Public House and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Winchester station, roughly 2.4 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Observer Corps Museum (1.7 miles south) and St John's Rooms And Chapel (2.7 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Twyford Down and Winnall Moors.
FAQs for Springvale
Will you come out to Springvale?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
I let a flat near Winchester station. Can you help?
Yes. We work for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. Just call 0345 464 0079 or email us with the address and what needs doing, and we’ll give you a clear price.
Where is Mr Mastic based?
We’re based in Crawley, West Sussex, and we work across South East England, London and Scotland.
What does intumescent mean?
Intumescent means it swells when heated. It’s one type of fire-rated sealant; which product suits depends on the gap, the substrate and the service.
Do you take on fire stopping in schools and offices?
Yes. Flats, HMOs, offices, schools and other occupied buildings are all part of our work. The order of work and access are planned with you.
Do you carry out fire risk assessments?
No. We follow the requirements from your assessor, designer or building control, and apply each product to its tested details.
Do the sealants smell?
It depends on the product. Some smell for a while, some hardly at all, and any smell fades as they cure.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes, always. There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job, large or small.