Medway · England
Burham New Build Mastic
New build mastic for Burham and the surrounding area: the right sealant, proper preparation and a neat finish. Ask us for a quick quote.
- Joints pulling apart as timber shrinks
- Frame joints opening as the plaster dries
- Skirting joints opening in the first winter
About our new build mastic in Burham
A new house keeps drying out and settling for its first couple of years. Timber shrinks, plaster dries and baths and trays bed down, so sealant that was laid quickly before handover often cracks. If you are dealing with second-fix sealing on new plots and shower seals failing in the first year or two, we can help.
For a small place like Burham, the journey and access are planned in advance, and the work itself is the same as on any site.
Big or small, you get the same 12-month guarantee in Burham and across Medway.
- Place
- Burham (ME1)
- Region
- Medway
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Quoted before any work starts
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Can I do it myself?
A DIY attempt does not rule out a professional job. We cut it out and start again, so just mention it when you contact us.
Not every job suits DIY: high-level joints, fire-rated gaps, external movement joints and big jobs call for the right materials, safe access and experience.
Surface by surface
Kitchens
Sink joints are wet all the time. A kitchen sealant goes in there, food-safe where it’s needed.
Plot handovers
We work through plots to your schedule, sealing each room ready for handover. Each joint is cleaned and primed where needed.
Keeping the joints in good condition
To keep the joints looking good and working properly:
- Ventilate bathrooms well, especially in the first year
- Act quickly if a seal starts to leak
- Clean sealant with mild detergent, not abrasives
- Avoid running a DIY bead over the old one
Watch the joints as the house settles. Hairline gaps can open as timber and plaster dry.
The sooner you deal with untidy or cracking sealant, the less there is to put right. Small faults turn into leaks if left in a busy bathroom.
Burham questions
Can you do new build mastic in Burham?
Yes, Burham is within the area we cover. We work across London and the South East. You can ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and tell us what needs doing.
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Snodland station?
Yes, we work for landlords and letting agents. You can ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we will give you a fixed price before any work starts.
How do I get a quote for new build mastic in Burham?
The cost depends on the size of the job, access and how much old sealant has to come out. Ask us for a quote and we will talk you through it.
Is it worth resealing while the house is still settling?
That depends on the joint. Failed seals in wet areas need doing now, while small cosmetic gaps can wait a while.
How long will you be here?
Most jobs take anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots, including preparation and clearing up. We’ll confirm how long when we quote.
Do I have to be there?
Access is agreed with you when the job is booked. For inside work, that normally means someone being in.
How long should I leave it?
That depends on the sealant used, so follow the cure time we give you.
Will it make a mess?
No. We work neatly, protect the area around the joints and tidy up afterwards.
The process
There’s no need to move everything out, only the area right around the joints. We protect the rest, and the work takes a few hours in a single home for a typical job. Somewhere as small as Burham, access is often the only tricky part. For outside work, also let us know about exposed walls and any outbuildings involved.
- We look at why each joint failed, including any movement.
- We remove the failed sealant and clean the joints.
- We make sure the joints are dry and prime them if needed.
- New sealant goes in, with baths filled first so they’re at their heaviest.
- The finished joints are checked and the cure times given.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
- Tell us about access, such as stairs, a lift or high-level joints
Getting a quote
Asking for a quote is easy: tell us what needs doing and where and its rough size. A few photos by email make the job easier to understand, and we will come back to you with a quote.
Related advice
When it is not the sealant
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what new sealant will not do:
- Structural cracks in walls or ceilings
- Leaks from pipes, valves or wastes, which need a plumber
- A tray or bath that is not properly supported, until it’s fixed
Not sure which it is? You can call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Where we work in Burham
- Kitchens
- Skirting & floors
- Windows & doors
- Plot handovers
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Show homes
New build mastic around Burham
London and the South East are among the drier parts of the UK, yet outdoor joints still have to be sealed dry, so jobs are booked with the weather in mind.
Around Burham, as everywhere, new build mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Burham is about 3 miles south-west of Chatham, in Medway. Anywhere in ME1, we can carry out new build mastic at your property. Burham is one of 68 places in Medway we cover for new build mastic. We also work in London, around 27 miles away.
Work in ME1 works the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need new build mastic at a property on New Road, St Mary's Walk and Brisley's Row or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for new build mastic include Scarborough (1 mile north-west), Eccles (1 mile south), Peters Village (1 mile north-west), Holborough (2 miles west) and Wouldham (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Gillingham (5 miles north-east), Chatham (3 miles north-east), Rochester (4 miles north), Rainham (6 miles east), Strood (4 miles north) and Luton (4 miles north-east).
What’s near Burham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Windmill pub, The Holmesdale School and Burham Marsh, among other places. The closest station to Burham is Snodland station, about 1.3 miles west of the centre. A little further out are St. Catherine's Hospital (3.8 miles north) and Medway megaliths (1.3 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
Also near Burham
Also in Burham
For landlords and businesses
Letting agents often deal with us directly. Send the address, what’s needed and the access arrangements.
Failed sealant is one of the commonest items on a check-out report, and it’s easy to sort out between tenants. We can quote for more than one property at once.
Signs you need new build mastic in Burham
Baths and trays settle under load once the home is lived in. If a bath wasn’t filled when it was sealed, the bead is stretched the first time it’s used and can tear.
The problems people normally mention when they call include:
- Plot mastic for developers ahead of handover
- Smeared, uneven beads picked up at snagging
- Joints pulling apart as timber shrinks
- Skirting joints opening in the first winter
For new homes near Snodland station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh.
Before booking anyone
- Which colour the sealant will be
- Is VAT in the price?
- What insurance they hold
- Whether the sealant suits the joint