West Sussex · England
New-build mastic & snagging in Apuldram, West Sussex
New-build sealant joints in Apuldram need attention? We cut out the old, prepare the joints and apply the right sealant, with a one-year guarantee.
- Shower seals failing in the first year or two
- Cracked caulk along new skirting
- Smeared, uneven beads picked up at snagging
About our new build mastic in Apuldram
A new build should have a neat, sound bead at every joint. Smeared, patchy or cracked sealant is worth sorting early, before water gets into the floor or walls. We work on bathrooms & en suites, plot handovers and show homes, and the jobs we see most are cracked sealant around new window and door frames and sealant that never bonded to the surface.
Somewhere as small as Apuldram, new homes tend to be conversions, self-builds or a few houses rather than an estate. Every one needs its sealant and floor joints done properly, whatever the size of the site.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you are.
- Place
- Apuldram (PO20, PO19)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quote
- A clear price before work begins
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Common problems we fix in Apuldram
Sealant is often one of the last jobs before handover. Dusty, unprimed joints are common, so the bead never bonds properly.
These are the problems we’re asked about most:
- Untidy sealant flagged on a snagging list
- New-build shower sealant that has already split
- Gaps behind new kitchen upstands
- Frame joints opening as the plaster dries
For new homes near Chichester station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh.
What to look for in a quote
- Is VAT in the price?
- Who turns up on the day
- The length of the guarantee
- Which sealant they’ll use, and why
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What happens on the day
We keep the work tidy and contained to the area we’re working on, so you can get on with your day. Expect the work to take a few hours in a single home, and we explain the cure time before we leave. For a village or hamlet like Apuldram, the journey is planned in advance: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. We bring what the job needs, so it can be finished in one trip where possible.
- We start by agreeing which joints are on the list, from the snagging sheet or plot schedule.
- The old bead comes out in full, with no layer left behind.
- We clean off dust from the build and prime the surfaces where the product needs it.
- New sealant suited to each joint is applied and tooled neatly.
- We check every joint and tell you how long each needs to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move anything stored near the joints
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
Get a quote
A good description makes for an accurate quote. Tell us where the job is, what’s wrong and how much there is, and email pictures if that’s easy.
Related advice
DIY versus a professional finish
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that’s fine. We remove it and do the joint properly.
The difference is mostly in the preparation and the product. Joints are cleaned back to sound surfaces and dried, and the sealant is matched to the joint and its conditions, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
New build mastic in Apuldram: local notes
Apuldram is within about 3 miles of the coast. Plot mastic on new homes near the coast takes more weather than it would inland, so it’s worth checking at snagging. Rainfall in the South East is lower than in much of the UK, though outdoor sealant still has to go onto a dry joint, so the forecast decides the day.
Around Apuldram, as everywhere, new build mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Apuldram is about 2 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. Homes, rented property, offices and hotels in Apuldram is covered for new build mastic. The work is guaranteed for a year. Apuldram is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover for new build mastic. We also work in Portsmouth, around 12 miles away.
Work in PO20 and PO19 is quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Dell Quay Road, Appledram Lane South and Donnington Park or anywhere close by, our applicators can take on the job. Other places close to Apuldram include Fishbourne (1 mile north), Bosham Hoe (2 miles west), Broadbridge (2 miles north-west), Bosham (2 miles west) and West Itchenor (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (6 miles south-east), Selsey (6 miles south), Littlehampton (12 miles east), Emsworth (6 miles west), Rustington (13 miles east) and Angmering (14 miles east).
What’s near Apuldram
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Black Horse Public House, The Prebendal School and Bishop Luffa School, among other places. The closest station to Apuldram is Chichester station, roughly 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Castle (1.8 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (2.1 miles north-east). Open spaces near Apuldram include Stoke Down and Nutborne Marshes.
Keeping the joints in good condition
So the new joints stay in good condition:
- Watch for new gaps as the house dries out
- Don’t wait for the house to settle if water is getting through
- Avoid scourers and strong chemicals on sealant
- Keep water off fresh sealant until it has cured
Leave the sealant for the cure time we give you before showering or bathing. Most silicones need around a day to cure enough for use.
Early snagging is easier snagging. Small faults turn into leaks if left in a busy bathroom.
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
Failed sealant is one of the commonest items on a check-out report, and it’s quick to put right between tenancies. We can quote for more than one property at once.
From a single let to a portfolio, you get the same standard of work: old sealant fully removed, joints prepared properly and a one-year guarantee.
What affects the cost of new build mastic
We quote each job individually. This is what makes a difference:
- When we can work, for business premises
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- The number of rooms or windows
- Which sealant suits the joint
Homes and businesses are quoted the same way: the amount of work, how we reach it and what it needs, along with when we can work on site. Ask us for a quote and we will go through it with you.
What to tell us for a quote
When you contact us, these details help:
- The rough size of the job
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
Call for a quick quote, or email us if that is easier. Describe what needs sealing and we will talk you through the work.
Common questions in Apuldram
Is Apuldram within the area you cover?
Yes. Apuldram 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 Chichester station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for, and several properties can be quoted together. Just phone 0345 464 0079 or email us with the address and what needs doing, and we’ll give you a clear price.
Will there be a smell?
Sometimes, a little. Any smell clears as the sealant cures, and ventilation helps.
Are you an approved applicator?
Yes. ARBOMaster is the approved applicator scheme for Arbo sealants, and we’re part of it.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Always. Sealing over old sealant is the main reason resealing fails early, and it’s something we never do.
Can you work on commercial sites?
Yes. We work in offices, washrooms, hotels and other commercial premises. Working times can be discussed when we quote.
Which products do you use?
Products from Arbo and Everbuild, among others, chosen to suit the joint. We’ll tell you what we are using and why.
Do you guarantee your work?
Yes: twelve months. If there’s a problem with our work in that time, tell us and we will put it right.
Why act early in Apuldram
The builder is normally the first port of call while the snagging or warranty period runs. If it keeps failing or isn’t dealt with, we can reseal it properly. Around Apuldram, older homes often have timber in their floors and frames, where water from a failed joint can cause rot if it’s left.
The cost reflects the work involved, not a rough estimate. That’s why we ask a few questions first.
What you get with us
- We leave the area clean and tidy
- Colour agreed with you before we start
- Fully insured
- Sanitary silicone with an anti-fungal additive in wet areas
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