Reading · England
Glazing Silicone in Play Hatch
Glazing silicone for conservatories, rooflights, glass panels and shower screens for homes and businesses in Play Hatch and across Reading. Fully insured, ARBOMaster approved and guaranteed for a year.
- Leaks from the base of a shower screen
- Leaks where conservatory glass meets the frame
- Black or yellowed silicone on glass joints
What glazing silicone looks like in Play Hatch
With historic houses such as Mapledurham House (about 4.4 miles west) nearby, there’s older building stock in the area around Play Hatch as well as newer homes. In older buildings, older frames set in brick or stone need a sealant that suits them, and sometimes that’s traditional sand mastic. The South East is one of the drier parts of the UK, though outdoor sealant still has to go onto a dry joint, so the forecast decides the day.
If you live in an older home near St Andrew's Church, the windows may be timber, sash or later replacements, and each needs the right sealant against the wall. Rented homes near Reading station change hands often, and a shower screen or conservatory joint that leaks is easier to reseal while the property is empty.
Play Hatch is about 1 mile east of Caversham, in Reading. Homes, rented property, offices and hotels in Play Hatch is covered for glazing silicone. The work is guaranteed for a year. We cover 34 towns and villages across Reading, large and small.
Every address in RG4 is within our area for glazing silicone. If you need glazing silicone at a property on Dene Close, Henley Road and Foxhill Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Play Hatch: Dunsden Green (1 mile north), Caversham Park Village (1 mile west), Littlestead Green (1 mile north-west), Emmer Green (1 mile west) and Sonning (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Norcot (4 miles west), West Reading (3 miles south-west), Tilehurst Within (5 miles west), Shinfield (5 miles south), Arborfield Garrison (7 miles south) and Horncastle (5 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Play Hatch
Typical jobs here are in homes near Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre, Reading Blue Coat School and The Shoulder of Mutton pub, among other places. Play Hatch’s nearest station is Reading station, roughly 2.2 miles south-west. Nearby you will also find The Oracle (2.4 miles south-west) and Royal Berkshire Hospital (2.3 miles south-west). The countryside around Play Hatch includes Alder Moors and South Lake.
How we handle glazing silicone in Play Hatch
We work across Play Hatch on glazing joints for homes and businesses. Conservatories, rooflights, glass panels and shower screens are all part of the job, with a sealant chosen for the joint. We work on conservatory frames, shower screens and glass-to-frame joints, and people most often call us about silicone pulling away from the glass and leaking glazing joints on a rooflight.
In a village or hamlet like Play Hatch, older cottages and farmhouses often have timber windows set in stone or brick. Not every older frame suits a modern silicone bead, so the sealant has to be chosen to suit the building.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months.
- Place
- Play Hatch (RG4)
- Wider area
- Reading
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- Phone
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What affects the cost of glazing silicone
There’s no set price list, because no two jobs are the same. What we look at:
- Any working-time requirements on site
- Which sealant suits the joint
- The number of rooms or windows
- The size of the job
A failed joint rarely gets cheaper to fix by waiting, as water and mould keep getting in. If you are unsure, ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we’ll give you an honest view and a quote.
What to tell us for a quote
To help us quote quickly, let us know:
- Roughly how big the job is
- The type of property
- The address or postcode of the job
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
For a quote, ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the location and a short description of the problem. We’ll send you a clear quote before any work starts.
Your questions about glazing silicone in Play Hatch
Do you cover Play Hatch for glazing silicone?
Yes, Play Hatch is within the area we cover. Our work covers London and the South East. Just phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with a few details of the job.
I let a flat near Reading station. Can you help?
Yes, rental work is part of what we do. Just ring 0345 464 0079 or email us and tell us about the property, and we’ll give you a clear price.
Is a special sealant needed for glass?
A neutral-cure glazing silicone that suits the glass and frame. In bathrooms, we use anti-fungal silicone.
What do you put in the joint?
Each joint gets the product that suits it. Where it moves, gets wet or faces the weather makes a difference, and we will explain our choice.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Yes, every time. New sealant won’t bond properly to old, so the joint is cleaned back first.
Is the work guaranteed?
Our one-year guarantee covers every job.
How do I get a quote for glazing silicone in Play Hatch?
We do not publish prices, because the cost depends on the job: its size, the old material, access and the product needed. You will get a clear quote before any work starts.
Do you replace glass?
Glass replacement is not our trade. We reseal the joints around it, and we will tell you if a unit looks like it has failed.
Should I try it myself first?
Sealing over old silicone is the commonest DIY error. Silicone does not stick to old silicone, so it peels away and traps moisture behind it. Everything old must be removed first.
A DIY attempt does not rule out a professional job. We remove it and do the joint properly, so just mention it when you contact us.
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What happens if it’s left?
Topping up old silicone can look like a fix, but silicone does not stick to silicone, and the leak usually returns. Cutting out and resealing properly lasts. In a small place like Play Hatch, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
No two jobs are quite the same, so we quote each one individually. Size, access and the product the joint needs all play a part.
Why Play Hatch customers choose us
- A sealant colour to suit the surroundings
- We leave the area clean and tidy
- Sanitary silicone with an anti-fungal additive in wet areas
- Trusted Arbo and Everbuild sealants
See our cost guide or our reviews.
The process
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 anything from an hour or two to most of a day, depending on the size of the job. For a village or hamlet like Play Hatch, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. Everything for the job comes with us, so a second trip is avoided where possible.
- First, we trace the leak and check it’s coming through a sealant joint.
- The old sealant is removed from the glass and frame without scratching them.
- The glass and frame are cleaned and degreased.
- We apply a neutral-cure glazing silicone and tool it smooth.
- We check the joints and, where safe, run water over them.
Before we arrive
- Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
- Tell us if parking is tricky
How to get a quote
For glazing silicone in Play Hatch, call 0345 464 0079 or email us. A short description of the job and where it is helps us quote, and we will agree the price before any work begins.
Advice
Signs you need glazing silicone in Play Hatch
The wrong sealant is a common cause. Not every silicone sticks properly to glass and vinegar-smelling acetoxy silicone can attack some metals.
These are the problems we are asked about most:
- Leaking glazing joints on a rooflight
- Glass-to-glass joints that have split
- Split or lifting silicone on glass
- Water tracking down the inner face of the glass
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Martin's Catholic Primary School, its window and door frames need their mastic kept sound, just like a home’s.
What your quote should include
- The length of the guarantee
- What insurance they hold
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
Aftercare tips
Simple care keeps the joints in good condition. Our advice:
- Keep harsh solvents off the silicone
- Look over the glazing joints once a year
- Keep air moving in the conservatory
- Keep scrapers and blades away from the silicone
Keep the new joints dry for as long as we advise so the silicone can set properly. From then on, a mild glass cleaner is all it needs.
Cracked glazing silicone means the joint has failed. Renewing it early keeps it simple, compared with repairing damaged frames or plaster.
Landlord and commercial work in Play Hatch
We work for landlords and agents as well as householders. Resealing between tenancies keeps a property looking cared for before the next move-in.
Businesses can book us for washrooms, kitchens, offices and more. On commercial sites, working times can be discussed when we quote.