Oxfordshire · England
Fire Rated Sealant in Swalcliffe
We cover Swalcliffe 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.
- Gaps where walls meet ceilings or slabs
- Damaged fire sealant left by other trades
- Cracked or shrunken fire-rated sealant
How we handle fire rated sealant in Swalcliffe
Until it’s heated, intumescent sealant behaves like an ordinary sealant; then it swells to help close the gap. The right product depends on the gap size, the substrate and what passes through, so we work to the manufacturer’s details. We work on flats & HMOs, plasterboard & masonry and linear gaps, and common reasons people get in touch are new service routes left unsealed after building work and fire seals that have cracked with movement.
For a small place like Swalcliffe, the journey and timings are agreed in advance, so it can be fitted around guests, clients or events where possible.
All our work comes with a one-year guarantee.
- Place
- Swalcliffe (OX15)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- A clear price before work begins
- Phone
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What sealant work can’t fix
New sealant cannot fix everything, and we’d rather say so up front. Sealant will not put right:
- Construction that does not provide fire resistance on its own
- Doors that are not fire doors in the first place
- Issuing a fire rating or certificate for a building
If you are not sure, just call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
What we seal
- Pipe & cable gaps
- Linear gaps
- Service penetrations
- Plasterboard & masonry
- Flats & HMOs
- Door frames
Common questions in Swalcliffe
Is Swalcliffe in your area for fire rated sealant?
Yes, Swalcliffe is within the area we cover. Our work covers London and the South East. You can ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and tell us what needs doing.
Is there a guarantee on fire rated sealant in Swalcliffe?
All our work, in Swalcliffe and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We are fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
What do you need from me for a quote?
Where the job is, what the problem is and roughly how big it is. Photos by email help too.
Is it worth trying it myself?
That depends on the joint. Work at height, movement joints, fire-rated gaps and large areas are best left to a professional, while a short indoor joint may be within reach.
Can you seal over the old sealant?
No. The old sealant always comes out first, so the new joint bonds to clean surfaces.
Do you take on fire stopping in schools and offices?
Yes. We work in flats, HMOs, schools, offices and other commercial buildings, including occupied ones. We agree access and the order of work with you first.
Is intumescent sealant the same as fire-rated sealant?
An intumescent material expands when it’s heated. Intumescent sealants are a type of fire-rated sealant and which one is used depends on the job.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on where the joints are. For work indoors, someone needs to let us in.
How the job changes by surface
Plasterboard walls
We check that the board around the gap is sound. Loose material is removed so the sealant has a firm edge.
Service penetrations
Service penetrations are where new gaps often appear. Old or unsuitable filler comes out before the right sealant goes in with backing where the detail needs it.
What we do, step by step
All our tools and materials come with us in the van, so you do not need to buy or prepare anything. After a quick look at the joints together, the area is protected and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours for a handful of gaps, and longer for a whole building. In a small place like Swalcliffe, 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.
- Where the tested detail needs backing or fill, we fit it.
- Fire-rated or intumescent sealant is applied to the right depth and tooled.
- We record the locations and products used for your records.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Tell us about access, such as stairs, a lift or high-level joints
Ask for a quote
We don’t publish a price list. Instead, your job gets its own clear quote. To get started, phone 0345 464 0079 or email us.
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What fire rated sealant looks like in Swalcliffe
Workplaces and the common parts of blocks of flats in England need a fire risk assessment under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and gaps around services are often picked up there. We apply fire-rated sealant to the assessor’s or designer’s specification and the product’s tested details.
Community buildings like Church of St Peter and St Paul are part of the picture too: service openings in its walls need the right fire-rated sealant, as in any building.
Swalcliffe is about 5 miles west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. If you need fire rated sealant in Swalcliffe, it’s easy to get a quote: please phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email. We’re based in Crawley and cover Oxfordshire. Swalcliffe is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. Oxford is on our list too, around 22 miles away.
Jobs for fire rated sealant in OX15 is quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include The Green, Bakers Lane and Brick Row. Nearby, we also carry out fire rated sealant in Tadmarton (1 mile east), Burdrop (1 mile west), Sibford Ferris (1 mile west), Sibford Gower (2 miles west) and Shutford (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Banbury (5 miles east), Bure Park (15 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (8 miles south-west), Neithrop (4 miles north-east), Grimsbury (6 miles east) and Ruscote (4 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Swalcliffe
We work in homes and buildings around The Lampet Arms and the streets around them. Nearby you will also find Bloxham Village Museum (3.5 miles south-east) and Broughton Castle (2.5 miles east). Not far away are Crouch Hill and Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
Do you need fire rated sealant in Swalcliffe?
Gaps around door frames are easily missed. The architrave hides the gap between frame and wall, so it can be left open when a door is replaced.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Open gaps behind door architraves
- Sealant items on a fire risk assessment action list
- Gaps where walls meet ceilings or slabs
- Seals cut through by electricians, plumbers or data installers
Schools such as Sibford School are buildings too, and service openings in fire-resisting walls need checking after any refurbishment.
Comparing quotes
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
- How the colour is chosen
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
- How much experience the applicator has
Quotes for fire rated sealant in Swalcliffe
The price is agreed before any work begins. It takes into account:
- How much there is to do
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- The type of sealant required
- The old material and how stubborn it is
Homes and businesses are quoted the same way: the amount of work, the access and the products needed. Call for a quick quote and we’ll go through it with you.
What to tell us for a quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. When you get in contact, it helps to mention:
- Any access issues, like height or stairs
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- The type of property
- What’s wrong with the joints now
Need a quote? Please ring 0345 464 0079 or email us with a few details. You’ll know what we plan to do, and what it will cost, before any work begins.
What happens if it’s left?
Waiting for the next refit can leave a gap open for years. On its own, sealing it now is a small job and needn’t wait for anything else. Older cottages and farmhouses around Swalcliffe can have timber floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
The cost reflects the work involved, not guesswork. That’s why we ask a few questions first and give you a clear quote before we start.
Why Swalcliffe clients choose us
- Arbo and Everbuild products
- We never seal over old sealant
- Experience in homes, commercial sites and hotels
- We’re fully insured
Take a look at what affects the cost or customer reviews.
Can I do it myself?
Too much sealant is as bad as too little. A heavy bead looks messy and copes badly with movement, and the joint depth matters as much as the finish.
A DIY attempt does not rule out a professional job. We cut it out and start again.