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Glazing Silicone in Shalmsford Street
We cover Shalmsford Street for glazing silicone for conservatories, rooflights, glass panels and shower screens. Old material cut out, joints cleaned and sealed neatly and every job guaranteed for a year.
- Leaking glazing joints on a rooflight
- Leaks where conservatory glass meets the frame
- Leaks from the base of a shower screen
Glazing silicone in Shalmsford Street, done properly
Our work covers conservatory joints, rooflights and glass panels, as well as frameless shower screens and glass balustrade bases. The old sealant comes out, the joint is cleaned and new silicone goes in. We work on conservatory frames, glass-to-frame joints and rooflights, and common reasons people get in touch are sealant that was laid over old silicone and failed and glazing silicone that has cracked or come away.
Houses in smaller places like Shalmsford Street can stand more in the open than those in a built-up town. The mastic around frames on those walls tends to age faster.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months.
- Location
- Shalmsford Street (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear price before any work starts
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
How we quote for glazing silicone
For a quick quote, just ask. The main things that affect it are:
- Access and height
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- The size of the job
- How many areas need sealing
Instead of a standard rate, we price the job in front of us: how many joints, what’s in them now and how we reach them. You’ll know the price before we begin.
Helping us quote
Before you ask for a quote, have a think about:
- Whether it has been sealed before
- The rough size of the job
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- The type of property
We quote each job on its own. Just ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with the details.
What happens on the day
We work through the job in order: protection first, then preparation, sealing and a tidy-up. For most jobs that takes anything from an hour or two to most of a day, depending on the size of the job. In a smaller place like Shalmsford Street, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. If the job is outside, tell us about side access and how high the joints are.
- First, we check where the water gets in.
- The failed silicone is cut out without marking the glass or frame.
- The joint is cleaned and degreased.
- A neutral-cure glazing silicone is applied and tooled.
- We check the finished joints and test with water where it’s safe.
How to prepare
- Clear items away from the joints we are working on
- Where the joints are inside, avoid wetting them before we arrive
- Keep pets and children clear of the area while we work
Ask for a quote
Call for a quick quote, or email us if that is easier. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we’ll explain what’s involved.
Advice
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Surface by surface
Glass-to-frame joints
Silicone at the glass edge seals it into the frame. When it splits, water can get into the frame.
Shower screens
Most shower screen leaks come from the wall or tray joint. Both are resealed with anti-fungal silicone.
Keeping the joints in good condition
To keep the joints looking good and working properly:
- Clear the conservatory gutters regularly
- Avoid scraping close to the bead
- Keep air moving in the conservatory
- Inspect the sealant on glazing annually
Follow the cure time we give you before the joints get wet. From then on, a mild glass cleaner is all it needs.
Do not leave lifting or mouldy silicone on glazing. Peeling silicone lets water in behind and the problem grows.
Common questions in Shalmsford Street
Do you cover smaller places like Shalmsford Street?
Yes. Shalmsford Street 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.
Do you work for landlords with property near Chartham station?
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 will give you a clear quote.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Just list everything you need and you’ll get one quote.
Do you hold any approvals?
Yes. We hold ARBOMaster approved applicator status and we’re fully insured too.
Will you leave a mess?
No. We protect the surfaces around the joints, and we clear up the old sealant and our materials before we leave.
Do I have to be there?
For indoor joints, yes, someone needs to let us in. Once we’ve agreed the job, you don’t need to watch us work.
Can you fix a leaking conservatory?
That depends where the water is getting in. Failed glazing and frame joints can be resealed but roof and panel problems need another trade.
Will the old sealant be removed?
Yes. We cut out all the old sealant and clean the joint before applying anything new.
What sealant work can’t fix
Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits:
- A roof that has moved or dropped
- Leaks from the roof covering or flashing (a roofer’s job)
- Condensation trapped between two panes
If you are not sure, just call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer.
Where we work in Shalmsford Street
- Glass-to-glass joints
- Glass balustrade bases
- Conservatory frames
- Shower screens
- Rooflights
- Glass-to-frame joints
Can I do it myself?
If you do try it yourself, take your time over the preparation: remove every trace of old sealant, clean and dry the joint, and follow the product’s cure time. If it fails, we can still redo it.
Overfilling a joint is a classic DIY mistake. A thick, smeared bead looks untidy and doesn’t move well, and the joint depth matters as much as the finish.
What we are called out for in Shalmsford Street
Silicone won’t bond to a dirty surface. Where the joint wasn’t cleaned and degreased the sealant may lift within a few years.
Common reasons people contact us include:
- New silicone smeared over old sealant
- Shower screens leaking along the wall or tray
- Glass-to-glass joints that have split
- Water tracking down the inner face of the glass
In the older streets around Church of St Mary, the joint between an old wall and a newer frame is generally the first place rain gets in.
What your quote should include
- How much experience the applicator has
- Whether they’re fully insured
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
- How the surfaces are prepared before sealing
What glazing silicone looks like in Shalmsford Street
The South East is one of the drier parts of the UK, yet outdoor joints still have to be sealed dry, so jobs are booked with the weather in mind.
Letting a property close to Chartham station? Then glazing joints are worth checking at the end of a tenancy, before a small leak grows. Managing a site like Chartham Primary School? Then the mastic around its windows and doors needs looking after like any other building’s.
Shalmsford Street is about 3 miles south-west of Canterbury, in Kent. We carry out glazing silicone for householders, landlords and businesses in Shalmsford Street and the surrounding area, as part of our work across Kent. Shalmsford Street is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. We also work in Chelmsford, about 41 miles from Shalmsford Street.
Every address in CT4 is within our area for glazing silicone, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Old Church Road, Pomfret Road and Summer Piece Grove or anywhere close by, our applicators can take on the job. Close by, we work in Chartham (1 mile north), Mystole (1 mile west), Garlinge Green (1 mile south), Chartham Hatch (1 mile north) and Thanington (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (10 miles south-west), Canterbury (3 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-east) and Whitstable (7 miles north).
Local landmarks in Shalmsford Street
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Artichoke Inn and Broadham Down. The closest station to Shalmsford Street is Chartham station, about 0.5 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Chilham Castle (2.6 miles west) and Whitefriars Shopping Centre (3.3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Shalmsford Street include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.