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New-build mastic & snagging in Forge Wood, West Sussex
Problem with your new-build sealant joints in Forge Wood? We cut out the old, prepare the joints and apply the right sealant.
- Plot mastic for developers ahead of handover
- Messy sealant that spoils new finishes
- Gaps between new skirting and floors
Signs you need new build mastic in Forge Wood
When the heating goes on in the first winter, the house dries fast. Gaps open along skirting, frames and worktops and cracked sealant shows up.
It’s worth asking for a quote if you see:
- Untidy sealant flagged on a snagging list
- Joints pulling apart as timber shrinks
- Sealant work across a run of new homes
- Worktop and upstand sealant coming away
For new homes near Three Bridges station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh.
Questions to ask before booking
- How the surfaces are prepared before sealing
- How long to leave it before use
- Whether the sealant suits the joint
- How hidden problems are handled
New build mastic for homes and businesses in Forge Wood
We work in new homes and on new-build sites across Forge Wood. Whether it’s one en suite or a run of plots, the method is the same: remove, clean, prime where needed, then a neat new bead. We work on show homes, windows & doors and kitchens, and people most often call us about gaps between new skirting and floors and gaps behind new kitchen upstands.
Homes around Forge Wood range from older cottages to newer houses, and their floors range just as widely, each moving in its own way. Skirting and threshold joints need a sealant that suits the floor.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months, in Forge Wood and everywhere else we cover.
- Location
- Forge Wood (RH10, RH6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
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Why deal with it now?
A tube of sealant from the DIY shop won’t fix the cause: grit, unprimed surfaces and old layers underneath. Cutting out, cleaning and priming are what make the difference. Homes in smaller places like Forge Wood can face more weather, and failed outside joints let damp into walls. Inside, a split seal lets water into floors and panels just as it would anywhere.
What you pay reflects the work, not a rough estimate. That’s why we ask a few questions first and agree the price before starting.
What you get with us
- Sealant colour chosen to suit
- Fully insured
- Homes, businesses and hotels
- More than 20 years in sealant work
Take a look at what affects the cost or what customers say.
What happens on the day
A visit follows a simple pattern: we check the joints, mask and protect the surrounding surfaces, carry out the job and tidy away. It generally takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots. A visit to Forge Wood is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. If the work is outside, the weather plays a part, as sealant needs a dry surface.
- Each joint is checked for movement before work begins.
- 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.
- We check every joint and leave you with the cure times.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
- Move anything stored near the joints
- Mention any tricky access
Get a quote
It all starts with a short chat. Describe the problem, the location and the size of the job, and we will explain how we’d tackle it. Whenever you are ready, call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
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Forge Wood questions
Do you work for landlords with property near Three Bridges station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for, and several properties can go on one quote. Just call 0345 464 0079 or email us with the address and what needs doing, and we will give you a clear quote.
Will you come out to Forge Wood?
Yes, we do. Our work covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest places. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you guarantee your work?
Yes. All our work carries a one-year guarantee.
Can you quote for more than one area?
Yes. More than one area can go on one quote.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Always. Sealing over the old bead is the commonest cause of early failure, and it’s something we never do.
How long will you be here?
Typically it takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots. Bigger jobs take longer.
What does new build mastic cost?
We don’t publish prices, because the cost depends on the job: its size, the old material, access and the product needed. You will get a clear quote before work begins.
Do you work through snagging lists?
Yes. Snagging lists are a common starting point for us. We will go through the sealant items and agree what we’ll do.
How the job changes by surface
Skirting and floors
Gaps under skirting are one of the most common new-build snags. We seal it with a flexible sealant that copes with the movement.
Show homes
In a show home, the sealant is on display. Every bead is neat and coloured to suit the room.
How we quote for new build mastic
There’s no set price list. What we look at:
- How easy the joints are to reach
- Working hours on commercial sites
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
There are no prices on our website, because each job is priced on what it involves. For a quick quote, please ring 0345 464 0079 or email us.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it’s useful to know:
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
- Where the property is
Need a quote? Please ring 0345 464 0079 or email us and tell us about the job. You will know what we plan to do, and what it will cost, before any work begins.
New homes and floors in Forge Wood
London and the South East are among the drier parts of the UK, but outside sealant still needs a dry, clean surface, so outdoor work is planned around the forecast.
Around Forge Wood, as everywhere, new build mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Forge Wood is about 2 miles north-east of Crawley, in West Sussex. Forge Wood gets the same service as everywhere we cover: old sealant removed completely, careful preparation and a one-year guarantee. Forge Wood is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we work for new build mastic.
All of RH10 and RH6 is covered for new build mastic, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Moore Road, Steers Lane and Radford Road or a nearby road, we can help. If you are just outside Forge Wood, we cover Tinsley Green (1 mile north), Pound Hill (1 mile south), Shipley Bridge (1 mile north-east), Copthorne (1 mile east) and Three Bridges (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (9 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south), Burgess Hill (12 miles south), East Grinstead (6 miles east), Broadfield (4 miles south-west) and Billingshurst (15 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Forge Wood
In Forge Wood, that means homes and buildings near Worth Park Gardens, The Greyhound pub and The Gatwick School and the streets around them. The closest station to Forge Wood is Three Bridges station, about 1.4 miles south. A little further out are Crawley Museum (2.1 miles south-west) and Langley Green Hospital (1.7 miles west). Not far away are Tilgate Lake.
When it is not the sealant
We will not take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Disputes or warranty claims with your builder
- Leaks from pipes, valves or wastes, which need a plumber
- Movement caused by a poorly fitted tray or bath
If in doubt, phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we will say what we think before booking.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Show homes
- Windows & doors
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Plot handovers
- Skirting & floors
- Kitchens
For landlords and businesses
We also work for property managers and facilities teams. Several sites can go on one quote.
Letting agents and landlords in Forge Wood can book us as well as homeowners. Resealing between tenancies is a simple way to keep a property in good order.