West Sussex · England
Dial Post Floor Joint Sealing
Floor joints in Dial Post need attention? We cut out the old, prepare the joints and apply the right sealant.
- Dirt and water collecting in open floor joints
- Grout cracking in a straight line across a floor
- Grout used at the floor edge instead of sealant
Common problems we fix in Dial Post
A new floor or screed shrinks and settles as it dries. Gaps at the edges appear in the first year or so.
If you can see any of these, it’s time to have the joints looked at:
- Gaps opening between the floor and skirting
- Tiled floors with no room to move
- Threshold joints that have opened or worn
- Grout used at the floor edge instead of sealant
For jobs in and around Dial Post, choosing the right material for each joint is as important as a tidy finish.
What your quote should include
- Who turns up on the day
- How hidden problems are handled
- How the colour is chosen
- How the surfaces are prepared before sealing
How we handle floor joint sealing in Dial Post
Floors move, and the joint where they meet a wall, skirting, threshold or another floor has to move with them. Skirting-to-floor gaps, tiled floor joints and concrete joints are all sealed using a product that suits the floor. We work on concrete floor joints, skirting boards and wet room & bathroom floors, and the jobs we see most are chipped and open joints in warehouse floors and caulk that has cracked where the floor moves.
Around Dial Post, older homes often have timber floors that move through the year, which is why skirting and threshold joints need a flexible sealant, not filler.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If there’s a problem with it, please ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
- Place
- Dial Post (RH13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- Quoted before any work starts
- Phone
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
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Floor joint sealing in Dial Post: local notes
Floors around West Sussex run from suspended timber in older homes to concrete in newer houses and units, and each moves in its own way. The joint at the skirting or threshold has to allow for that.
Around Dial Post, as everywhere, floor joint sealing is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Dial Post is about 7 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. Whether you are in the middle of Dial Post or further out, floor joint sealing is available for homes and businesses alike, from flats and houses to offices and hotels. We cover 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Crawley, roughly 13 miles from Dial Post.
Postcode districts we cover here for floor joint sealing: RH13. Whether your property is on The Green, Swallows Lane and Bentons Lane or a nearby road, our applicators can take on the job. We also cover the places around Dial Post: Whitehall (2 miles north-west), Shipley (2 miles north), West Grinstead (2 miles north-east), Broomer's Corner (2 miles north-west) and Partridge Green (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Crawley (13 miles north-east), Horsham (7 miles north), Worthing (10 miles south), Haywards Heath (12 miles east), Burgess Hill (10 miles east) and Littlehampton (13 miles south-west).
Near you in Dial Post
Open spaces near Dial Post include Knepp Wildland and Chanctonbury Hill.
DIY sealant or a professional job?
The biggest DIY mistake is sealing over old sealant. Silicone doesn’t stick to old silicone, so it lifts and traps water and mould underneath. Everything old must be removed first.
A careful DIYer can reseal a simple joint, like a short, easy-to-reach joint indoors. The common mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using far too much.
What we do, step by step
There’s no need to move everything out, just the space around the work. Everything nearby is protected, and the work takes a few hours, depending on the length of joint in most cases. Somewhere like Dial Post needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. We bring what the job needs, so it can be finished in one trip where possible.
- We start by looking at the floor, the gap and the traffic, then choose the product.
- Old caulk, grout or sealant is removed from the joint.
- The joint is vacuumed clean, with backing fitted wherever depth matters.
- A flexible sealant, or a floor-joint sealant for concrete, is applied in a colour to suit.
- Finally we tool it smooth and explain when the floor can be used and cleaned.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any water getting in
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
- Mention any tricky access
How to get a quote
We quote each job on its own, so the first step is telling us about yours. Simply ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and describe the job.
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What the job involves on each surface
Skirting boards
Gaps between skirting and floor open as timber and floors move. A flexible sealant closes the gap without cracking.
Wet room and bathroom floors
Wet room floors rely on sound joints at the walls. It’s resealed with a sanitary silicone and we will say if the problem looks like more than the joint.
Why deal with it now?
Left open, concrete joints break down under traffic. A sealed joint supports the edges and keeps the damage down. Where a wall is exposed, as many are in small places like Dial Post, wind-driven rain gets into any failed joint, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
A few things move the cost up or down: how much old sealant there is and how stubborn it is, whether mould needs treating, and whether the work is at height. Your quote takes all of that into account.
Why Dial Post clients choose us
- We are fully insured
- Colour agreed with you before any work starts
- Homes, businesses and hotels
- Arbo and Everbuild products
Take a look at how sealant jobs are priced or customer reviews.
Dial Post: your questions answered
Is Dial Post within the area you cover?
Yes, Dial Post is covered. Our work covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest places. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Can you do floor joint sealing in Dial Post?
Yes, Dial Post is within the area we cover. We work across London and the South East. You can ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and tell us what needs doing, and we’ll send you a clear quote.
Do you seal warehouse floor joints?
Yes, from warehouses and units to offices and shops. We can plan around your opening times with out-of-hours work where needed.
Are you insured?
Yes. Full insurance covers our work.
Do I have to be there?
It depends on the job. Inside work needs someone to give us access, and for outside work we’ll agree access with you when we book.
Why has a gap opened under my skirting?
Movement from drying timber and settling floors opens the gap. Rigid fillers split, so we use a flexible sealant.
Is it worth trying it myself?
That depends on the joint. High-level, external movement and fire-rated joints are professional jobs, while a short indoor joint may be within reach.
What do you put in the joint?
It depends on the joint: anti-fungal sanitary silicone in wet areas, and other sealants where joints move or face the weather. We use products from Arbo and Everbuild.
When something else is needed
Sealant is not the answer to every problem, and we’ll tell you before any work starts. It won’t solve:
- A tiled floor that needs relaying
- Damaged concrete that needs breaking out and repairing
- Large cracks that need a surveyor
If you are not sure, just call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Tiled floors
- Thresholds
- Skirting boards
- Concrete floor joints
- Commercial floors
- Wet room & bathroom floors
What affects the cost of floor joint sealing
Call for a quick quote. The main things that affect it are:
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- Access and height
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- Any working-time requirements on site
Homes and businesses are quoted the same way: the amount of work, the access and the products needed, plus any working-time requirements on site. Ask us for a quote and we will go through it with you.
Helping us quote
Photos help, but a description is a good start. Please mention:
- A few photos by email, if you can
- The rough size of the job
- The problem you’ve noticed
- The address or postcode of the job
It all starts with a short chat. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is. Whenever you are ready, call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.