Kent · England
Drellingore New Build Mastic
Plot mastic for developers and snagging failed sealant in new homes in Drellingore, with a one-year guarantee on every job. Ask us for a quote.
- Kitchen sealant that has pulled off the wall
- Frame joints opening as the plaster dries
- Joints pulling apart as timber shrinks
New build mastic in Drellingore
Our new-build work comes in two parts: plot mastic for developers, and putting right failed sealant for people who’ve bought a new home. Both get the same care over preparation, because that is what rushed new-build sealant usually lacks. We work on show homes, plot handovers and kitchens, and the jobs we see most are sealant applied over dusty or wet surfaces and internal frame sealant that has split.
Around Drellingore, 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 anything isn’t right with it, ring 0345 464 0079 or email us.
- Place
- Drellingore (CT18, CT15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- Quoted before any work starts
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
For landlords and businesses
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Tell us the address, the job and how access works.
Water getting past a failed joint can damage the building, which is a bigger problem in a rented property. Resealing at the right time is simple maintenance.
What sealant work cannot fix
Some problems need a builder, plumber or other trade rather than us:
- Cracking that points to a structural problem
- Cracked trays, tiles or worktops
- Disputes or warranty claims with your builder
If in doubt, call 0345 464 0079 or email us and we will say what we think.
Where we work in Drellingore
- Plot handovers
- Show homes
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Skirting & floors
- Kitchens
- Windows & doors
DIY sealant or a professional job?
Not every job suits DIY: work at height, external movement joints, fire-rated sealant and large areas call for the right materials, safe access and experience.
If you’re set on DIY, put the effort into preparation: take out all the old sealant, make sure the joint is clean and dry, and give it the full cure time. If it fails, we can still redo it.
Joints and finishes in Drellingore homes
Drellingore is close to the coast. Plot mastic on new homes near the coast takes more weather than it would inland, so any gaps are best picked up early. The South East is one of the drier parts of the UK, but outside sealant still needs a dry, clean surface, so outdoor work is planned around the forecast.
For new homes near Folkestone Central station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh. Around Drellingore, as everywhere, new build mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Drellingore is about 2 miles east of Hawkinge, in Kent. For new build mastic in and around Drellingore, it’s easy to get a quote: please phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email. We cover Kent from our Crawley base. Across Kent, we cover 922 places, and Drellingore is one of them. For nearby work, see our Chelmsford page.
Jobs for new build mastic in CT18 and CT15 works the same way as everywhere else we cover. Nearby, we also carry out new build mastic in South Alkham (1 mile north-east), Alkham (1 mile north-east), Satmar (1 mile south-east), Chalksole Green (1 mile north-east) and Capel-le-Ferne (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Ashford (15 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Dover (4 miles east), Folkestone (3 miles south-west), Deal (11 miles north-east) and Hythe (6 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Drellingore
In Drellingore, that means homes and buildings near Sladden Wood, among other places. Drellingore’s nearest station is Folkestone Central station, about 3.1 miles south-west. Nearby you will also find Royal Victoria Hospital (2.9 miles south-west) and Folkestone Museum (3.1 miles south). The countryside around Drellingore includes Sugar Loaf Hill and Dover Western Heights.
How it works
We work through the job in order: protect, prepare, seal, tidy. Typically it takes a few hours for most snagging lists, longer for a run of plots and we leave things clean and tidy. Somewhere as small as Drellingore, access is often the only tricky part. If the job is outside, mention outbuildings, exposed walls and how to reach them.
- We start by going through the snagging items or plot schedule with you.
- Every bit of the old builder’s sealant is cut out, with no layer left behind.
- Joints are vacuumed and cleaned of building dust.
- We prime where needed and apply a sealant suited to each joint.
- Each bead is tooled and the cure times explained.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Where the joints are inside, avoid wetting them before we arrive
- Move anything stored near the joints
Getting a quote
Getting a quote is simple: let us know the job and the location and its rough size. A few photos by email make the job easier to understand.
Advice
Aftercare tips
Good habits help new joints last longer. A few tips:
- Put sealant faults on your snagging list early
- Open a window or run the fan after bathing
- Wait for the cure time before using a resealed shower
- Photograph failed sealant before it’s redone
Ventilation matters in a new home, which is still drying out. Run the fan or open a window after bathing so moisture does not sit on the sealant.
A seal that splits early is often a sign of movement. Getting it resealed properly, and any movement checked, stops it recurring.
Questions from Drellingore
Do you cover Drellingore for new build mastic?
Yes, Drellingore is within the area we cover. Our work covers London and the South East. Just call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with a few details of the job.
Do you work for landlords with property near Folkestone Central station?
Yes. We work for letting agents and landlords as well as householders, and several properties can go on one quote. You can phone 0345 464 0079 or email us with the details for a clear quote.
Are you an approved applicator?
Yes. We hold ARBOMaster approved applicator status.
When is the sealant fully cured?
Different products cure at different speeds, so please follow the time we give you.
Can you do several jobs on one visit?
Yes, we can. Several rooms, windows or areas can go on one quote.
What colour sealant will you use?
It depends on the joint: white or clear for most sanitary joints, colours for worktops, floors and frames. We agree the colour before we start.
Is it worth trying it myself?
Some simple jobs can be done by a careful DIYer. Most DIY failures come from sealing over old material, wet joints or too much sealant.
Why does sealant fail so quickly in new builds?
New homes dry out and move in their first couple of years, and sealant is often applied quickly onto dusty surfaces. Both lead to early failure.
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What affects the cost of new build mastic
Jobs vary more than people expect. What affects the quote:
- How easy the joints are to reach
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- The type of sealant required
- Any working-time requirements on site
Leaving a failed joint usually makes the job bigger, not smaller, as water and mould keep getting in. If you’re unsure, call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email for an honest opinion and a quote.
What to tell us for a quote
There’s no need for technical detail. It helps if you can tell us:
- The rough size of the job
- The address or postcode of the job
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
We don’t publish a price list, as no two jobs are quite the same. Instead, we send you a clear quote for your job. To arrange one, ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
Why act early in Drellingore
Running a new bead over the builder’s sealant might look tidy for a few weeks, but it can’t bond to what’s underneath. A lasting seal starts with removing the old one completely. In a small place like Drellingore, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Some things make a job bigger or smaller: the old material and how easily it comes out, any mould to treat, and whether the work is at height. Your quote takes all of that into account.
Why choose Mr Mastic in Drellingore
- Every job guaranteed for a year
- Quality sealants from Arbo and Everbuild
- You choose the colour before work begins
- Over 20 years’ experience
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