Kent · England
New-build mastic & snagging in Fordwich, Kent
Specialist new build mastic for Fordwich: the right sealant, proper preparation and a neat finish. Ask us for a quick quote.
- Internal frame sealant that has split
- Sealant that never bonded to the surface
- New-build shower sealant that has already split
New build mastic in Fordwich
For builders and developers, we work through plots to the schedule you give us. Bathrooms, en suites, kitchens, frames and skirting are sealed ready for handover. If you have shower seals failing in the first year or two and joints pulling apart as timber shrinks, we can put it right, on skirting & floors, plot handovers and kitchens alike.
Somewhere as small as Fordwich, 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 our work comes with a 12-month guarantee, wherever you are in Kent.
- Where
- Fordwich (CT2)
- Region
- Kent
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
DIY sealant or a professional job?
If you are 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.
Some sealant jobs are within reach of a careful DIYer, such as a straightforward joint indoors. The common mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using far too much.
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What else we do in Fordwich
Common questions in Fordwich
Do you cover Fordwich for new build mastic?
Yes, Fordwich is within the area we cover. We work across London and the South East. Just call 0345 464 0079 or email us with a few details of the job, and we will give you a clear price.
Do you cover smaller places like Fordwich?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our work covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Can you do several jobs on one visit?
Yes, and it often makes sense. Combining jobs makes good use of the visit.
Can you match the sealant colour to my new kitchen or bathroom?
Most bathroom joints are white or clear, but other colours are available. We choose one to suit the room.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Yes. Sealing over the old bead is the commonest cause of early failure, and it’s something we never do.
What does new build mastic cost?
Size, access and the old material all affect the cost. Ask us for a 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?
Different products cure at different speeds, so please follow the time we give you.
For landlords and businesses
We work for landlords and agents as well as householders. Resealing between tenancies keeps a property looking cared for.
Businesses can book us for washrooms, kitchens, offices and more. On commercial sites, working times can be discussed when we quote.
What affects the cost of new build mastic
The price is agreed before any work begins. It’s based on:
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- Working hours on commercial sites
- Which sealant suits the joint
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
Rather than a set price list, we price the job in front of us: how many joints, what’s in them now and how we reach them. The price is agreed before we begin.
Asking for a quote
To make quoting easier, let us know:
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
For a quote, call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and tell us where the job is and what the problem looks like. We will give you a clear quote before any work starts.
Aftercare tips
After the cure time, these simple habits help:
- Keep pictures and emails about snagging items
- Resist patching a failed seal with a tube from the DIY shop
- Wipe joints with warm soapy water
- Look at the sealant regularly in the first couple of years
Clean the sealant with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off it.
A failed seal in a new home lets water into joists, plasterboard and ceilings. Catching it early keeps the fix to the sealant and the new finishes intact.
Do you need new build mastic in Fordwich?
Fresh sealant can be knocked or cut by trades finishing off. If it’s disturbed before curing, the joint can be left weak and it shows once the home is in use.
Any of these means the joints need attention:
- Frame joints opening as the plaster dries
- New-build shower sealant that has already split
- Kitchen sealant that has pulled off the wall
- Cracked caulk along new skirting
Around Fordwich, as everywhere, new build mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Comparing quotes
- Which colour the sealant will be
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
- How the surfaces are prepared before sealing
- How hidden problems are handled
New build mastic around Fordwich
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.
If you’ve bought a new home near Sturry station, the sealant around baths, showers and frames is worth checking in the first year or two.
Fordwich is about 2 miles north-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Across the CT2 area, we can carry out new build mastic at your property. 922 places in Kent are on our list, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Chelmsford page covers work nearby, about 41 miles away.
Jobs for new build mastic in CT2 is quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Brooklands Close, Water Meadows and King Street, all of which we cover. We also cover Littlebourne (2 miles south-east), Bekesbourne Hill (2 miles south), Wickhambreaux (3 miles east), Ickham (3 miles south-east) and Patrixbourne (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south-east), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (13 miles east), Broadstairs (14 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Fordwich
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Frank Montgomery School, Chequer's Wood and Old Park and Fordwich Arms, among other places. There’s a railway station in Fordwich itself: Sturry station. Nearby you’ll also find Whitefriars Shopping Centre (2.4 miles south-west) and St Martins Hospital (1.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Fordwich includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. We protect the surfaces around the joints before we start. The work normally takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots. Somewhere as small as Fordwich, access is often the only tricky part. For outside work, also let us know about exposed walls and any outbuildings involved.
- Each joint is checked for movement before work begins.
- Old sealant is cut out and the joints cleaned.
- Joints are dried and primed where the product calls for it.
- New sealant goes in, with baths filled first so they’re at their heaviest.
- We check every joint and leave you with the cure times.
How to prepare
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
- Tell us about access, such as stairs, a lift or high-level joints
Get a quote
For new build mastic in Fordwich, phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email. A short description of the job and where it is helps us quote, and you will get a clear quote before we start.
Related advice
What happens if it’s left?
Resealing everything on a snagging list in one visit is generally simpler than chasing joints one at a time. You get one visit and one clear quote. Older cottages and farmhouses around Fordwich can have timber floors and frames, where water from a failed joint can cause rot if it’s left.
The cost depends on the amount of work, how much old material has to come out and access to the work. You will have a clear quote before any work starts.
Why book with us
- Anti-fungal sanitary silicone in wet areas
- 20+ years of sealant experience
- Tidy, careful work
- We agree the colour with you first
Read our cost guide or what customers say.