Thurrock · England
New-build mastic & snagging in Grays, Thurrock
New build mastic for Grays, by sealant specialists with 20+ years’ experience. 180+ five-star Google reviews and a 4.9 rating.
- Joints pulling apart as timber shrinks
- Internal frame sealant that has split
- Cracked caulk along new skirting
How the job changes by surface
Show homes
We seal show-home bathrooms, kitchens and frames to a tidy standard. We’ll plan around viewing times.
Kitchens
Beside the sink, the joint takes water every day. We use a sealant suited to kitchens suited to the job.
How we handle new build mastic in Grays
If your new home has a leaking shower seal, open skirting joints or untidy sealant, we can help. While the builder’s snagging or warranty period runs, report it to them first and if that stalls, we can do it. We are often asked to deal with gaps behind new kitchen upstands and messy sealant that spoils new finishes, on kitchens, windows & doors and bathrooms & en suites.
In a town like Grays, skirting and floor joints open up as homes settle and floors move with the seasons. Those joints need a flexible sealant, as rigid filler soon cracks out.
Each job carries a 12-month guarantee, large or small.
What we can’t put right
We’d rather tell you now than do work that will not last, so these are the limits:
- Movement caused by a poorly fitted tray or bath
- Leaks from pipes, valves or wastes, which need a plumber
- Cracked trays, tiles or worktops
If in doubt, call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will say what we think.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Kitchens
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Skirting & floors
- Show homes
- Windows & doors
- Plot handovers
For landlords and businesses
We work for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. Sealant work between tenants is a simple way to keep a property in good order before the next move-in.
We also work for businesses, from offices to washrooms and kitchens. For commercial premises, we can talk through working times when we quote.
Grays questions
Do you work for landlords with property near Grays station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the address and what needs doing, and we’ll give you a clear price.
Do you cover Grays for new build mastic?
Yes. We work across London and the South East, and Grays is part of that. You can ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and tell us what needs doing, and we’ll send you a clear quote.
Is it normal for sealant to crack in a new home?
There are normally two causes: the house moving as it dries, and sealant that never bonded properly. Cutting it out and resealing properly fixes both.
Is it messy?
We keep the work tidy. Nearby surfaces are protected, and the area is left clean when we finish.
My new home is still under warranty. Should I contact you?
Your builder, if you’re still in their snagging or warranty period. After that, or if their repair keeps failing, we can do it and our work is guaranteed for a year.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course. Doing several areas at once is usually more efficient.
When is the best time to reseal in a new build?
Where water is getting through, do not wait. Hairline cosmetic gaps can wait until the house has settled.
Do you guarantee your work?
Yes, always. There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job.
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Aftercare tips
Joint life depends on how it’s used and looked after. We suggest:
- Use the extractor fan every time you shower
- Don’t seal over failed sealant yourself
- Check bath and shower seals every few months as the house settles
- Wipe joints with warm soapy water
Avoid standing on the rim of the bath or the edge of the tray. Report any movement in a bath or tray.
Don’t let the snagging period run out with sealant problems unreported. Once it ends, the repair may be down to you so report it promptly.
Why it’s worth doing now in Grays
DIY kits do not solve the main problems with new-build sealant: grit, unprimed surfaces and old layers underneath. Proper removal and preparation are what make it last. In Grays, as anywhere, most leaks start as a small gap in a joint, and early is when they’re cheapest and quickest to sort.
Doing several joints on one visit is usually more efficient than separate visits, so it’s worth mentioning everything you’d like done. You will get one clear quote for the whole job.
Why us?
- Domestic, commercial and hotel work
- Colour agreed with you before work begins
- Rated 4.9 stars on Google
- Every job guaranteed for a year
See how sealant jobs are priced and our reviews.
New homes and floors in Grays
Grays is close to 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, yet outdoor joints still have to be sealed dry, so jobs are booked with the weather in mind.
If you’ve bought a new home near Grays station, the sealant around baths, showers and frames is worth checking in the first year or two. Around Grays, as everywhere, new build mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Grays is about 5 miles north-east of Dartford, in Thurrock. Across the RM17 area, we cover new build mastic for homes and businesses. Grays is one of 26 towns and villages in Thurrock we cover for new build mastic. We also work in London, around 18 miles away.
Our applicators cover all of RM17, RM16, RM20 and RM18 for new build mastic and the streets around it. If you need new build mastic at a property on London Road, College Avenue and Cresthill Avenue or a nearby road, our applicators can take on the job. Grays is on the A126 and B149, so it’s easy for us to get to with everything needed for new build mastic. Neighbouring places we cover for new build mastic include Little Thurrock (1 mile north-east), Chafford Hundred (1 mile north-west), Orsett Heath (1 mile north-east), North Stifford (2 miles north-west) and Chadwell St Mary (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Stanford-le-Hope (5 miles north-east), South Ockendon (3 miles north-west), Balstonia (5 miles north-east), Corringham (6 miles north-east), Aveley (4 miles west) and Purfleet-on-Thames (4 miles west).
Local landmarks in Grays
We work in homes and buildings around Thurrock and Basildon College, Grays Convent High School and The Traitors Gate pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Grays is Grays station, about 0.6 miles south-west. A little further out are Stone Castle (3.6 miles south-west) and Thurrock Community Hospital (0.9 miles north). Open spaces near Grays include Chafford Gorges Nature Park and Sawyers Lake.
What happens on the day
Good joint work is mostly preparation, and we don’t rush it. Every joint is cleaned and dried before new material goes in. In total, it normally takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots. A visit in Grays needs access to the work and a place to park close by. If the job is outside, mention gates, side access and anything above ground floor.
- First we work through your snagging list or plot schedule with you.
- We cut out every bit of the failed or messy sealant.
- We clean off dust from the build and prime the surfaces where the product needs it.
- We apply a sealant that suits each joint and tool it to a neat finish.
- Finally, each room is checked and you are given the cure time.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any water getting in
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
- Where the joints are inside, avoid wetting them before we arrive
How to get a quote
To get a quote, phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with the location and a short description of the problem. You’ll have a clear quote before we start.
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What affects the quote in Grays
The quote reflects the job in front of us. We take into account:
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- The type of sealant required
- How many areas need sealing
- The size of the job
A few things move the cost up or down: the old material and how easily it comes out, any mould to treat, and whether we need extra access for height. We take all of that into account in your quote.
Asking for a quote
When you call or email, it’s useful to know:
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- How we’d reach the joints
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
Every job is quoted individually, so the first step is telling us about yours. Simply phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and describe the job.