Kent · England
Fire-rated sealant in Thong, Kent
We cover Thong for intumescent and fire-rated sealant around gaps, frames and service penetrations. Old sealant removed completely, joints prepared properly.
- Old fire sealant that has split or come away
- Gaps flagged on a fire risk assessment
- Gaps around pipes and cables through fire-resisting walls
Fire rated sealant in Thong
A gap around a door frame, a linear joint at the head of a wall and a hole round a pipe are each sealed differently. Measuring the gap and checking what it’s made of comes first, then apply it to the depth its tested detail calls for. Typical jobs include open gaps behind door architraves and ordinary sealant used where a fire-rated product was needed, on pipe & cable gaps, flats & HMOs and linear gaps.
Work in a small place like Thong is planned ahead, journey included, so it can be fitted around guests, clients or events where possible.
You’re covered for a year from the day we finish. If there’s a problem with it, please ring 0345 464 0079 or email us.
- Place
- Thong (DA12)
- Region
- Kent
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Quoted before any work starts
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What we can’t put right
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what sealant cannot fix:
- Large holes that need a different fire-stopping system
- Problems with the door itself rather than the gap around the frame
- Assessing a building’s fire safety
If you are not sure, just call 0345 464 0079 or email us and we will give you a straight answer.
Where we work in Thong
- Flats & HMOs
- Pipe & cable gaps
- Service penetrations
- Door frames
- Linear gaps
- Plasterboard & masonry
What we do, step by step
Most of a good job is in the preparation, and we don’t rush it. Every joint is cleaned and dried before new material goes in. In total, it generally takes a few hours for a handful of gaps, and longer for a whole building. In a small place like Thong, access is usually the main thing to plan. 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.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear items away from the joints we are working on
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
Ask for a quote
Every job is quoted individually. Just call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the details and send pictures if you have them.
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Should I try it myself first?
The biggest DIY mistake is sealing over old sealant. Silicone doesn’t stick to old silicone, so it peels away and traps moisture behind it. Everything old must be removed first.
Too much sealant is as bad as too little. A heavy bead looks messy and copes badly with movement, and getting the depth right matters as much as the look.
Common questions in Thong
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Sole Street station?
Yes. We work for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. You can call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the details for a clear quote.
Is Thong within the area you cover?
Yes. Thong is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our work covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How long will you be here?
Most jobs take a few hours for a handful of gaps, and longer for a whole building, including preparation and clearing up. Your quote will say how long we expect yours to take.
Can I do it myself?
You can, for simple jobs. Preparation is everything: all the old sealant out, and a clean, dry joint. If it doesn’t work out, we can redo it.
Do you do fire sealant around door frames?
Yes, if the gap is within the product’s tested range. Our work is the gap around the frame, and we will mention anything we notice about the door.
Is there any odour?
Possibly a little. Any smell clears as the sealant cures.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Yes. All of the old material is cut out and the joint cleaned before applying anything new.
Will we have a record of what was sealed?
Yes. When the job is done, we give you the locations and products. Tell us if your assessor needs it in a particular format.
Keeping the joints in good condition
How long the joints last depends on use and care. Here’s what we suggest:
- Keep photos of seals that will be hidden
- Store the list of sealed gaps with your building paperwork
- Include hidden areas like risers in routine checks
- Ask which product was used before you paint
Tell other trades that the gaps have been sealed, and make sure anything they disturb is resealed with a suitable product. A lot of damaged fire stopping comes from later work.
Leave a fire-stopping gap open and smoke can move through the building much more easily. Sealing it early is a simple step to take.
Why it’s worth doing now in Thong
Fire-rated sealants are less forgiving than ordinary ones. Depth, backing and surface preparation all affect how a seal performs, so we follow the maker’s details on every gap. In a small place like Thong, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
There are no prices on our website, because the cost depends so much on the job itself. For a quick quote, please call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we’ll talk you through it.
Why us?
- More than 20 years in sealant work
- Fully insured
- Anti-fungal silicone where joints get wet
- We leave the area clean and tidy
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What fire rated sealant looks like in Thong
For seaside hotels, guest houses and holiday lets around Thong, busy months put washrooms and kitchens under pressure, so it’s worth checking the sealant before the busiest weeks. 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, and gaps around services are often picked up there. We work to the specification you’re given, installing the product to its tested details.
If you look after a building such as Riverview Infant School, gaps opened by contractors for new cabling are a common finding in schools and offices. For landlords with property near Sole Street station, any gap left by new services in shared walls should be closed with a fire-rated product.
Thong is about 2 miles south-east of Gravesend, in Kent. Thong gets the same service as everywhere we cover: the old material taken out, joints prepared properly and a 12-month guarantee. Thong is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 22 miles away.
Here we cover the DA12 postcode area for fire rated sealant. Nearby, we also carry out fire rated sealant in Upper Ifield (1 mile east), Shorne Ridgeway (1 mile east), Shorne (1 mile east), Chalk (1 mile north) and Higham (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles east), Dartford (8 miles west), Sevenoaks (13 miles south-west), Northfleet (3 miles north-west) and Swanley (10 miles west).
Local landmarks in Thong
We work in homes and buildings around Shorne Woods Country Park and Thamesview School. For rail, the closest station is Sole Street station, roughly 2.2 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Rochester Castle (4.5 miles east) and Gravesham Museum (2.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Thong includes Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
How we quote for fire rated sealant
The quote reflects the job in front of us. We take into account:
- The size of the job
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- Any mould that needs treating
- Access and height
Rather than a set price list, we look at what your job involves: how many joints, what’s in them now and how we reach them. The price is agreed before we begin.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it’s useful to know:
- Whether it has been sealed before
- The type of property
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- How we’d reach the joints
A good description makes for an accurate quote. Let us know the location, the problem and roughly how many joints.
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What else we do in Thong
Signs you need fire rated sealant in Thong
In some buildings the gap was filled with the wrong thing in the first place: general-purpose foam, everyday silicone or caulk where a fire-rated seal was needed. It may look fine, but it is not a fire-rated seal.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Standard silicone or caulk in a fire-stopping gap
- Seals cut through by electricians, plumbers or data installers
- Door frames with gaps between frame and wall
- Cracked or shrunken fire-rated sealant
For buildings such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, gaps around pipes and cables are worth checking after any building work there.
What to look for in a quote
- Is VAT in the price?
- How the colour is chosen
- How hidden problems are handled
- How much experience the applicator has